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5 Ways To Workout If You Don’t Like The Gym!

Hi it’s Taren and I am here to give gym haters some ideas on staying active without pumping iron! We often get asked by challengers and members how they can get sweating without having to step into the gym. We generally love a great workout in the gym, but completely understand that it isn’t always so fun for everyone. But staying active is important!! So I thought I would throw you all a quick top 5 ways to get you sweating without you realizing it.

#1 Go Get A Hobby: Find something you like doing that involves getting off your booty. For example a sport; baseball, hockey, soccer, tennis or golf . It’s social and can get your mind off the fact that your body is moving. Try to stay away from the beer leagues or at least the beer, we don’t need the extra calories going in when they are supposed to be being sweated out. Check out Urban Rec in Vancouver ! 

#2 Get in touch with nature: If your not a sporty character try bike rides, roller blading, swimming or hiking. These are all active and the scenery can take your breath away. These are also all great ways to relax and unplug which means they don’t just keep your heart healthy but they help your mind and your spirit! Here are our top three places to #explorebc; 1) Hike: Quarry Rock 2) Swim: Kitsilano Outdoor Pool 3) Bike: Stanley Park Seawall

#3 Get A Little Frisky: A little late night… midday or morning rendezvous is a great way to burn some extra calories ;) . When we ask “whats your favorite way to sweat?” this is on of the most popular answers. (You’re going to have to find your own links and locations for this one).

#4 Dance!!!: Whether you are out on the dance floor, in an instructional class or at home with the blinds closed and music blaring, dancing can lead to a pretty amazing sweat. It won’t just ignite your metabolism, it will inspire your soul! Check out Salsa Classes at Robson Square sundayafternoonsalsa.com!!

#5 Walk & Talks: We are huge fans of this!! When you need to burn some extra calories,but the gym isn’t an option, we start walking and talking. Change your gossip or drinks & dinner to a walk through your local neighbourhood, (the seawall or a local trail). Turn what could be a very unhealthy or expensive night of drinks into some hardcore walking and talking sessions. Stop by a local coffee shop or healthy spot for a snack. Try Be Fresh Market if you are ever in Vancouver!