Take A Class Weights and cardio machines are great for building muscle but you have to include variety in your workout program or you'll burn out fast. Include classes like spinning, step, pilates, or kickboxing. You'll train your muscles in different ways which can be more challenging and have some fun for a change. Even better, take a friend with you and double the fun.
Have A Workout Party Call all your friends and ask if they want to get together for a workout party. Each person brings all their fitness equipment, favorite music, and one healthy dish plus money for a personal trainer. Call a trainer and have her design a fun group workout incorporating all the equipment you have, then set a date and have her train your group for an hour or so. This works even better for those who live in apartments or homes with access to a fitness center. A much better option than going out for fattening appetizers and margaritas on the weekend.
Buy Some New Ideas It's easy to get bored when you're doing the same stuff every day of every year for the past few years. Invest in a new workout book or magazine with innovative exercises and choose a couple of exercises that you can incorporate into your existing workout. Sometimes all it takes is one or two new twists to get you excited again.
Sign Up For An Event Sign up for a walk/run marathon, bike race, triathalon, or hiking trip. You'll meet other people who are into fitness, have a short term fitness goal, and possibly help out a good cause. You can also take a vacation to a fitness destination and get fit while away.
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