24 May Four fun summer workout ideas

With summer here it’s a great time to think about changing up your workout program.
You should still try to do regular strength training such as working out with a home gym, or cardio workouts on an elliptical machine or treadmill.
However, summer is also a great time to break from the norm.
Here are four fun summer workout ideas:
Play tennis: Tennis is a relatively cheap but fun way to stay in shape. Most communities have public tennis courts at parks or high schools that can be used for free. Buy a racket, some tennis balls and lace up a good pair of shoes and you’re on your way. If you’re on a budget, consider going to garage sales or second-hand sporting goods stores to find a racket.
Choose a racket that’s right for you. If you haven’t played tennis much before, it may take a a little time to get used to some soreness from using muscles differently but stick with it.
Bike riding: Re-discover the fun you had riding bikes as a kid as an adult. Many parks have bike trails to challenge beginners as well as experienced riders. This is a great way to build up your strength and endurance while not putting the wear and tear on your joints that running does.
Softball – Get the old glove, bat and ball out and re-discover playing ball again. Whether you just play a spirited game of catch in the backyard, get family and friends together for batting practice or actually join a league, this is another fun way to stay in shape.
Badminton – As far as a summer backyard games go, badminton is an oldie but a goody. A set can be purchased relatively inexpensively and it’s a sport that’s fun for players of all ages.