Reasons to Exercise at the Beach.
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Get Fit at the Beach. When you got he the beach you not doubt see most relaxing. The last thing that most people think about while at the beach, is exercise. However, it can provide an excellent place to get some activity which can lead to some fun calorie burning activities. The exercises done at the beach in the fresh ocean air can be looked at as a reward and nice break from the hum drum activity done in the gym with indoor lighting and recirculated air from the air conditioning and heating systems. The beach is used by many companies who offer a fitness boot camp holiday for that reason. We will look at some of the advantages of working out at the beach: Of course there is water - It is difficult to get the type of resistance to the body that water can provide. For example, when one is running in water, the water offers resistance to the feet first, as you get into deeper water there is resistance to the entire legs, and then the entire body. A treadmill in the gym cannot mimic this type of movement. Swimming is an activity that can be done at the beach of course. Again this is something that is not offered at most gyms. If the gym does offer it is will be away from where you would be typically exercising. Being that the beach has the water right there; it is possible to add swimming to circuit training. Sand on the shore - There will usually be two types of surfaces the sand provides. It will be packed where the tide comes in near the water. This is where you can do exercises that require balance. There will be a softer surface the farther away from the water you get. There are a couple of benefits the soft surface offers. Because it is soft it will be easier on the joints if you choose to run or walk in it. The soft surface requires more work from you if you are running, walking, or jumping as the energy from the legs are absorbed by the sand. If you usually require mats for exercises, such as situps or pushups, you can do them in the soft sand without hurting your joints. The sand also offers an easy way to mark distances. These can be used in circuit training for activities like shuttle runs. The beach can add variety to your Brought to you by Fitness Holiday Asia. Visit our website. http://www.fitnessholidayasia.com
workouts. Those who use circuit training can design a circuit using bodyweight exercises easily and can add some things that would typically be impossible to do at a commercial gym or at home. You can get the family involved. Usually your family will be with you at the beach. The family doesn't have to join in your exercise circuit or your running. But, there are activities that are fun for the whole family that will get them on their feet and active. Bringing along a Frisbee, soccer ball, or volley ball can be a way to get the family involved in some activity and also have some fun. Why did you bring the family to the beach? It is usually to have some fun. Distraction - Typically, I would say never let yourself be distracted when exercising for safety. However, there are times when a little distraction while doing some endurance exercise, such as jogging, will allow us to take our minds off the exercise and the time we have spent doing it. You will be in the fresh air and outside, so enjoy the scenery and sounds of the ocean. The distraction can make the time seem to pass faster. Even though working out at the beach may be fun, there are some things to consider when you are thinking about adding some exercise while you're there. Sun block is necessary. Even if it is cloudy the sun's rays can cause a sunburn. Make sure it is sunblock that will not wash off from sweat or water from swimming. When swimming, make sure there are lifeguards and be careful of sea life and tides that may carry you out into the ocean. During all exercise make sure to stay hydrated, so bring some water along.
During your daily routine there are types of exercises that are difficult to do such as swimming. When you are at the beach the next time, us it as a chance to be active. It can be an excellent place to try something new and different and have a fitness holiday!
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