Fitness Tips of the Day

Financially Fit

If spending money on a gym membership is just not in your budget these days, there's no reason to abandon all hope of losing weight and getting healthy. Engaging in an active lifestyle doesn't mean only being confined to a couple of machines in the middle of a crowded room — it means getting your heart rate up, your blood pumping, and your self esteem on the rise. So how exactly do you get this new fit lifestyle of yours up and running sans ellipticals, treadmills, and dumbbells? Easy — tackle the great outdoors!
Here are some fiscally-responsible ways to help you kick your sedentary habit:
Parks and Recreation Areas: With a multitude of options such as nature walks, rock climbing, biking, hiking, touch football, soccer, and tennis, parks and other recreational areas have just the right amount of space to spend an active day. Check out Recreation.gov and Trails.com to find the perfect area for your next outdoor adventure.
Water Areas: In the throes of winter, most of us are stuck dreaming of warmer weather — and the fun activities that go along with it. Now is the time to take advantage of the lakes and beaches in your area! In just a half-hour, here's how many calories you'd burn with these popular activities:

• Volleyball: 280 calories
• Frisbee: 105 calories
• Bodysurfing: 106 calories
• Swimming: 300 calories
• Canoeing: 110 calories
• Kayaking: 176 calories
• Rowing: 246 calories

Zoos and Aquariums: You can easily spend at least a couple of hours walking around zoos and aquariums enjoying the various exhibits. And, to top it off, it's a great way for the whole family to be active together. A single hour of leisurely walking burns almost 200 calories — and you'll burn more if you're pushing a stroller! Check out the Association of Zoos and Aquariums Web site to find one near you!
Sightseeing and Walking Tours: Have a business trip in your future? Visiting a relative or a friend for a weekend? Make the most of your stay by taking your new temporary city by storm! Whether participating in an organized walking tour with a guide or just getting lost and finding your way around, sightseeing is one of the best ways to get some great exercise while taking in some interesting history lessons! Between museums and art galleries, window shopping and historical architecture, the chance of boredom is almost non-existent! Just make sure to pack a healthy lunch to help stave off the temptation for greasy street food.

copied from Diet Detective