{"id":4293,"date":"2022-08-10T16:11:44","date_gmt":"2022-08-10T16:11:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/friendsoftoms.org\/?p=4293"},"modified":"2023-09-29T12:50:04","modified_gmt":"2023-09-29T12:50:04","slug":"4-fun-options-for-exercise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/friendsoftoms.org\/4-fun-options-for-exercise\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Fun Options for Exercise"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It is important to engage in regular exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle, but let\u2019s face it, for most, working out is a chore! Not everyone loves working up a sweat or dedicating a lot of their spare time to the gym, and this can make it easy to put off exercise in favor of more interesting activities. If you do want to maintain good health and fitness, however, you will need to make an effort to exercise. This is why choosing exercises that are fun is key, as this will make your workouts more enjoyable and easier to stick to.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/friendsoftoms.org\/4-fun-options-for-exercise\/#Below_are_some_fun_suggestions_for_exercise_that_are_more_than_just_running_on_a_treadmill_at_the_gym_that_you_might_love\" title=\"Below are some fun suggestions for exercise that are more than just running on a treadmill at the gym that you might love.\">Below are some fun suggestions for exercise that are more than just running on a treadmill at the gym that you might love.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/friendsoftoms.org\/4-fun-options-for-exercise\/#1_Dance_Classes\" title=\"1. Dance Classes\">1. Dance Classes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/friendsoftoms.org\/4-fun-options-for-exercise\/#2_Hiking\" title=\"2. Hiking\">2. Hiking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/friendsoftoms.org\/4-fun-options-for-exercise\/#3_Martial_Arts\" title=\"3. Martial Arts\">3. Martial Arts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/friendsoftoms.org\/4-fun-options-for-exercise\/#4_Group_Sports\" title=\"4. Group Sports\">4. Group Sports<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/friendsoftoms.org\/4-fun-options-for-exercise\/#Also_read_Enjoy_your_Favorite_Little_Exercise_With_Neon_Powerball\" title=\"Also read Enjoy your Favorite Little Exercise With Neon Powerball\">Also read Enjoy your Favorite Little Exercise With Neon Powerball<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Below_are_some_fun_suggestions_for_exercise_that_are_more_than_just_running_on_a_treadmill_at_the_gym_that_you_might_love\"><\/span><strong>Below are some fun suggestions for exercise that are more than just running on a treadmill at the gym that you might love.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Dance_Classes\"><\/span><strong>1. Dance Classes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you love listening to music and throwing shapes on the dancefloor when you\u2019re out with friends, then getting involved in some dance classes could be the ideal workout for you. It will certainly get your heart pumping and will work your muscles, too. There are all kinds of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.passion4dancing.com\/best-dances-to-learn-for-social-dancing\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">dance styles<\/a><\/strong> you can choose to learn as well, and this can also prove to be an exciting challenge. If you have always wanted to learn how to do the tango, hip-hop style dancing, or something else, this could be the perfect time to learn, and you\u2019ll have a lot of fun doing it, too!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Hiking\"><\/span><strong>2. Hiking<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Being around nature can have a wonderfully calming effect on the mind and soul, so getting out into the countryside when you\u2019re having a tough time can be a great tonic. If you want to combine this feeling with exercise, then going on regular hikes could be the best kind of workout for you. This is another great opportunity to challenge yourself, taking on longer and more difficult <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/edition.cnn.com\/travel\/article\/world-best-hiking-trails-cmd\/index.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">routes<\/a><\/strong> the more you get used to it. You could even combine this with a camping trip and make a weekend of it if you wanted to. Breathe in the fresh air and take in the gorgeous scenery as you head out on your adventures.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Martial_Arts\"><\/span><strong>3. Martial Arts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If the above suggestions don\u2019t sound quite right for you, perhaps getting involved in some martial arts training could be? While the popular series Cobra Kai might be inspiring a new generation to fall in love with Karate, just as the famous film franchise did decades before, there are many other martial arts to explore. This is a fantastic way to stay fit, but it will also teach you discipline and even some self-defense moves if this is important to you. Visit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fightcitygym.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fightcitygym.co.uk<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0for some examples of what training is on offer and see if anything catches your eye.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Group_Sports\"><\/span><strong>4. Group Sports<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Another option to explore if you want to try and inject more fun into your workouts is by getting involved in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marathonsandmotivation.com\/15-group-sports-to-try-this-summer\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">group sports<\/a><\/strong>. This could be a game of football, baseball, frisbee, tennis, or anything else you can play with a partner or a larger group. Not only will these get you moving a lot, but it can also be a fantastic social opportunity where you can make new friends or catch up with ones you already have.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to find a way to make exercise more enjoyable to keep you motivated, consider the suggestions above or do some more research to find a workout routine that you\u2019ll love.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Also_read_Enjoy_your_Favorite_Little_Exercise_With_Neon_Powerball\"><\/span><strong>Also read <a href=\"https:\/\/friendsoftoms.org\/enjoy-your-favorite-little-exercise-with-neon-powerball\/\">Enjoy your Favorite Little Exercise With Neon Powerball<\/a><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It is important to engage in regular exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle, but let\u2019s face it, for most, working out is a chore! 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