What’s the most fun way to exercise?

The most fun way for me to exercise is with upbeat music and, if my exercise is being led by an instructor, a high-energy and engaging instructor. Running, dance cardio, and rhythm cycling, in that order, are my favorite forms of exercise.

Let me start with why I love running. I feel free! Free from stressors and feelings of restrictions. My best runs are when I’ve got a dope playlist and I get lost in the music. You might catch me trying to breathlessly sing along out loud or pumping my fist in the air mid-stride. There are other times when I’m more focused on the rhythm of my breath, cadence, and stride. Regardless of the way I run, it’s all about enjoying my time out.

Dance cardio fitness is something I’ve enjoyed since as early as I can remember. Seriously! Growing up, my mother was always doing some sort of Jazzercise video or other home workout video, and I’d eagerly jump in. As long as I could keep up and stay from under her feet, she didn’t mind. Dance cardio combines two of my favorite things in life: music and dance. My preference for instructors is those that are high-energy and smile a lot. Why? Smiles and energy are contagious! When I’m winded and in the red, a big smile and an enthusiastic, “Are you still with me!?” give me that extra push to keep going and reply, “Yeah… let’s do it!” It’s a fun call-and-response effect that happens and it adds to the fun for me. It’s like being at a dance party.

I’m relatively new to rhythm cycling, but it quickly became one of my favorite forms of exercise. Initially, the idea of riding a stationary bike seemed silly. There’s no change of scenery, and you’re just peddling…in silence. Boy, was I wrong. What started out as something I did out of necessity (I was having health issues that didn’t allow for my usual exercise programs) quickly became something I looked forward to doing. After a few YouTube searches I discovered Rhythm Rides and other videos that were like dance cardio…but on a bike! I was able to work up a nasty sweat and get my heart rate up riding to a choreographed routine. Talk about a good time.

I’m much more willing and able to exercise when I’m doing it in a way that brings me excitement and fun. What are pyhsical activities you enjoy that can translate into an exercise program or routine?

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