The gym isn't the only place to do exercise. There are a multitude of fitness options open to you. Here are 7 alternative exercises to the gym.

Walking

Great for weight lose and improving heart and lunges

• Walk to and from work


• Get off the bus one stop earlier


• Take the stairs whenever you can


• Leave your desk at least twice a day and go for a 10min walk


• Hiking

Water sports - Fun and fitness

• Swimming at your local pool


• Go to the beach if possible (always swim between the flags)


• Aqua Aerobics


• Surfing


• Kyaking


• Sailing and boating

Bike riding - Great form of cardio vascular exercise

• Ride your bike as often as you can


• Mountain bike trails


• Join a local bike club

Dancing - Great for coordination and toning

• Cutting the rug at your local night club


• Dance classes (Hip Hop, Funk, Classical, Belly dancing, Tango etc)

Sports - Fun and great for fitness

• Cricket


• Soccer


• Touch football


• Tennis


• Golf

Martial arts - Great for confidence and fitness

• Karate


• Tai Chi


• Kung Fu


• Grappling


• Boxing

Other Activities - Good for the mind and body

• Ice Skating


• Horse back riding


• Camping


• Fishing


• Rollerblading

Have Fun!