Archive for July, 2010

Get swimming

Recently i have discussed the positive impacts of trying out different exercises other than simply going to the gym. I never really enjoyed swimming as a teenage as I was always one of the shy kids who did not want to be seen in my swim suit!
As I have got older my attitude has certainly changed dramatically, as I am a lot happier in my own skin!
Swimming is a really good exercise for someone who does not have a lot of time on their hands, as it is an exercise which uses practically every muscle in your body. It is also good for people who are slightly heavier than most as it is non weight bearing.
If you have not been swimming for a while and you are wanting to get in shape and lose some weight, get to your local pool!

Dancing

A friend of mine recently started attending a dance class at here local community centre. At first she was very apprehensive about the whole thing, but once she had been going for a couple of weeks and she managed to pick up some of the basic dance moves, she really started to enjoy herself.
I love dancing…. mainly going out with my friends at the weekend. I had never really thought about the positive impact it can have on your health and how enjoyable it could be as a form of exercise!
My friend has certainly inspired me to go out and try something new!

Try and choose the slightly healthier option…

I am one of those people who are always on a diet! I envy those people who can eat what they want (and tons of it!) and never put on an oune of weight. I only have to look at a chocolate bar and I gain three pounds!!
I am usually very good when it comes to selecting the healthy option, which I feel helps me keep my weight under control, but recently I have been making the wong decisions and worse of all I know I am doing it and I can not help myself!
You will be surprised to learn how many calories you can save simply by choosing the slightly healthier option comapred with the full fat version of many foods. Try it, you might be surprised at how good the lighter option tastes!