Staying motivated on your fitness journey can be tough. Doing the same exercises and sticking to the same requires serious concentration! If you’ve hit the wall of boredom, do not fret. There is a whole menu of alternative sports that will inject some excitement into your workouts and provide a good challenge! Getting out of the gym can enhance your performance and help you reassess your current workout plans. Ready to try something new? Then read on and re-discover your passion for fitness!
Trampolining
Bored of the same old gym routine? Trampolining will help you get your ‘bounce’ back. Just 30 minutes of low-intensity jumping can burn as many as 200 calories. Trampoline parks are a great way to get active with the kids. You won’t even notice you’re working out. If any friends or family already own a garden trampoline, hit the springs to see if jumping works for you.
Indoor Climbing
For a mental and physical workout, indoor climbing rocks. Scaling a climbing wall doesn’t just rely on upper body strength. A broad range of muscles will get a workout; right from tip to tail. You’ll probably ache the next day, but it is worth it! Regular climbing can also improve stamina and flexibility which can then be applied to a whole range of in-gym activities to get more out of your usual workout.
Bodyboarding (or surfing)
Surfing for beginners can be tricky! It usually requires years of experience and training. So if you’re still struggling to catch a wave after a few lessons, try bodyboarding. Swim out into the mid-depths and place your upper body onto the board. The waves will carry you back to the beach in exciting fashion! You’ll be having too much fun you’ll forget that boarding provides an excellent workout for abs, tums and bums.
Women’s Wetsuits are a must for both bodyboarding and surfing. They provide thermal insulation, protection and added buoyancy so you can hit the surf whatever the weather.
Dance Classes
If traditional dance styles don’t tickle your fancy, try a fusion dance class such as Zumba. The popular aerobic workout that fuses Latin American dance music with choreographed steps. It’s an organized version of dancing around to the radio at home- and we all love that! Booking into a group class provides a comfortable social experience. You could even make a few new friends, and improve self-confidence. The cardio benefits will speak for themselves.
Paddle Boarding
Stand-up paddle boarding offers a wide range of fitness benefits, as well as giving you access to some amazing views! Despite providing a full body workout, the activity itself is fairly low impact on your lower joints. It’s especially great for runners who want to take the strain off of their legs. Most water centres will offer professional classes. It’s a great way to reconnect with the outdoors while sculpting a six-pack. With regular lessons, you can enjoy improved levels of balance and overall strength. If it all gets too much, simply lie down and enjoy the relaxing landscape.
