Okay so you did P.E at school, but this doesn’t make you fit! Its important to maintain fitness in your everyday life. It is recommended that the average person does 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise 3 – 5 times per week. Here are some fun physical activities we thought you may want to try this autumn season.
Zumba
This is one of the most popular fitness exercises, blending fun choreography and funky music all into one. Up for some dancing girls?
- It’s a huge calorie burner! The fast paced dance routines keep your body moving and blood pumping.
- It is great for toning your body and relieving stress.
- It’s perfectly suitable for girls 12+ which means no excuses girls!
Swimming
Did you know that swimming for 30 minutes could help you to burn up to 200 calories? This is a great way to keep fit. Here are some different strokes to help work those muscles.
- Front Crawl
- Backstroke
- Breaststroke
Ice-Skating
This is a fun aerobic sport allowing you to keep in fantastic shape! Check out some of the benefits:
- Pushing yourself along on the ice improves muscle tone in your legs and stomach.
- It raises your heart rate, making it a fab form of cardio exercise.
- Its great for losing weight, especially if you regularly do it.
Cycling
This provides a perfect form of transport for short or long distance destinations, helping to burn calories at the same time. Be sure to have all the correct gear in check (a helmet and reflectors) yeah we know the girl in the photo doesn’t but let’s not follow her example shall we? Here are some benefits:
- Tone up – riding a bike works your leg muscles and strengthens your core.
- Explore the outdoors – it’s always good to get plenty of fresh air, which keeps your energy levels high.
- Save the planet – unlike a car, riding a bike reduces pollution.
