8 Ways to Get Fit without Going to the Gym ...

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8 Ways to Get Fit without Going to the Gym ...

Do you need to get fitter, but the mere thought of going tothe gym makes you want to take a nap? Have you had a gym membership for years and never used it? Are you always saying ‘I just haven’t got the time’ – or the money? Well, here are some ways to improve your fitness levels without darkening the gym door.

1 Go for a Walk

Go for a Walk This is a great form of gentle exercise, that won’t cause any strain at all on your body. Plus you get to enjoy some fresh air and take a look at the world around you.

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Frequently asked questions

2 Use the Stairs

Use the Stairs No, I don’t recommend you walk all the way if you work on the 20th floor, but walking up a couple of flights won’t kill you and you'll burn plenty of calories!

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3 Have You Got a Bike Rusting in Your Garage?

Have You Got a Bike Rusting in Your Garage? Polish it up and jump on. Cycling is cheap, healthy and gets you where you need to go.

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4 Get a Dog (or Borrow One)

Rover will need walking twice a day, whatever the weather. Do not, however, get a greyhound, as they are lazy. It's not only effective but so much fun to lose weight with your dog.

5 Have a Bounce on a Trampoline

Have a Bounce on a Trampoline Borrow a neighbor’s, or get a mini one, and work those leg muscles!

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6 Switch on Some Music and Dance around the Room

Switch on Some Music and Dance around the Room You’re not being judged, so who cares if you look like an uncoordinated octopus. Just get up and shake that booty.

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7 Worried about How You’ll Compare to All Those Toned Bodies at the Gym?

Worried about How You’ll Compare to All Those Toned Bodies at the Gym? Have a go on a Wii, and it won’t matter what you look like. You can try all sorts of ‘sports’ in the privacy and comfort of your own home.

8 Try Pole-dancing!

Try Pole-dancing! No, not to earn the money for a gym membership. Pole-dancing is becoming a popular workout method and it's a fun activity to do with friends. If you like it, you can even get a pole fitted in your home …

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What ways do you keep fit without heading to the gym?

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