New Moves
 For Your Aerobic Workout

You know you need to work in your target heart rate zone for 20-30 minutes for health benefits. You even understand how to increase your heart rate by performing activities like running, walking or biking which are the old "standby activities."  So what is the problem? B.O.R.E.D.O.M.!!!   Check out these four fun activities that will get you moving, increase your heart rate and burn calories. 

1. Basketball -- Who says, women can't jump?  When it comes to women's sports, basketball is becoming quite popular. Since the creation of the WNBA, participation in high school, college level and community women's basketball leagues has grown steadily. Contact your local community recreational center or church to find a group.  Recreational basketball can burn up to 9 calories per minute of actual playtime. 

2. Dancing -- Have you ever gone out dancing for an evening and come home drenched in sweat?  Dancing is a great way to get your heart rate up and a great way to meet people too.  Whether it be ballroom, latin swing or club dancing, dancing can be a great workout. Yes dancing does require some amount of coordination and knowledge of steps, but if you are a beginner inquire about classes which are often offered at dance halls and clubs before an evening of dancing commences.  Contact your local community recreation centers for local listings of classes.  Dancing can be so much fun, you'll become lost in the music and won't even notice the sweat!

 3. Tennis -- A sport that many have played in high school, college or as a social event, tennis has rapidly become the sport of choice for the weekend warrior.  This is especially true as the spring months hit and melt into summer.  A game of tennis can be a great work out too.  Singles tennis can burn up to 9 calories per minute.  

4. In-line Skating -- This sport led many individuals to join the ranks of the American speed skating team in the Winter Olympics.  The inline skaters started doing this sport in the sunny states, not because it was a great workout (which it really is, burning up to 17 calories per minute) but because it was so much fun.  Whizzing down the boardwalk or sidewalk in your favorite set of blades on a beautiful sunny day makes for a great day outside.  This is one activity that will surely leave you forgetting that you expended any energy!

Aerobic activity does not have to be boring.  If you are tired of your current workout try something new.  It never hurts to try something once!

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