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Home » Health Blog » Why it’s Important to Get Active! Here are 5 Fun Activities for all Fitness Levels.

Why it’s Important to Get Active! Here are 5 Fun Activities for all Fitness Levels.

April 20th, 2020
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Maintaining a high level of physical activity can possibly lengthen your life as well as improve the overall quality. According to PT in Motion News, 80 percent of Americans aren’t meeting physical activity guidelines set forth by the US Department of Health and Human Services. Finding the time or the motivation to exercise is difficult for many people. The key is to find a fun activity that you enjoy doing and that also fits your current fitness level. The following are five fun activities that can be adapted to fit almost any fitness level.

1. Kick up Your Heels and Dance

There are several different types and levels of dancing to choose from. Everything from ballroom to ballet are fun activities that people at different fitness levels can enjoy. You can take lessons or join a group that gets together to dance on a regular basis. If you don’t want to make the commitment or spend the money taking classes, dancing on your own while listening to your favorite music is a fantastic way to get moving and burn calories. Depending on your weight and how strenuously you’re able to dance, you’ll be able to burn approximately 200 to 300 calories during half an hour of dancing.

2. Take a Swim

Swimming is low impact, easy on the joints, and provides a good cardio workout. The best way to get started is to sign up for a class at your local Y or fitness club. There are several different swimming strokes to learn. The back stroke is one of the easiest to do. Whether you’re swimming laps, floating, or tossing an inflated ball with a friend, swimming is a fun yet healthy activity. If you have access to a private pool, for both accountability and safety reasons, make sure to swim with a partner.

3. Hop on a Rowing Machine

The treadmill and the stationary bike may be more popular, but the rowing machine is a great way to get a good workout even if you’re not in top physical shape. Learning to use a rowing machine is relatively easy. It’s also low impact while offering high calorie-burning potential. The great thing about the rowing machine is that you can do it while sitting down.

4. Get out and Garden

Whether you live in the country or an urban area, there are opportunities to enjoy gardening. Container gardening is an easy way to grow flowers and vegetables almost anywhere. Four or five medium sized containers on the patio are enough to grow several items. Planting, hoeing with a hand spade, and regularly watering your plants can provide a moderate level of activity.

5. Start a Physical Therapy Program

A physical therapist can evaluate your current physical condition and assess your fitness level. Whether you’re currently moving with assistance or you’re a serious athlete, physical therapy can help you increase your fitness level, reduce your chance of injury, and eliminate pain from sore muscles. A physical therapist can teach you the proper techniques for warming up before your chosen activity and the best post-workout stretches for an effective cool down. A physical therapy program can increase your fitness level and help you make the most of your favorite activities.

For more information on fitness and how to stay active, contact Anders and Associates Physical Therapy today!

Source:
  • https://www.apta.org/PTinMotion/News/2018/11/13/HHSPAGuidelinesRevision/​
  • https://www.apta.org/pfsp/

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