For some, exercise is a passion. For others, it seems to be a four-lettered word, or in this case an eight-letter word. But, it doesnt have to be a dreaded event. Exercise can be fun. It can mean more than running for hours on the treadmill or climbing the stair master until your legs feel like Jell-O. You can get in shape by doing things that you love to do. Take sports for examplewhen youre playing a heated game of basketball with your buddies, it doesnt feel like exercise, but more like just a good time between friends. A good tennis match on a Saturday afternoon can help to relieve stress just as much as a good run around the track would.
Take advantage of your geographic location. If youre lucky enough to live in a mountainess region, hiking and rock climbing can be a great form of exercise that doesnt have to feel it. Getting out into nature and climbing a mountain filled with beautiful trees, rocks and birds can do wonders for the body and the soul. Theres just something about being outdoors that makes your body feel alive. Maybe you live away from the mountains, but close to the beach. There are endless opportunities to work out there. From strolling through the...