Top 10 Non-workout Workouts For A Perfect Looking Body
Tired of the gym routine or just too lazy to pump the iron. Try these enjoyable fitness activities to stay fit and healthy while having the time of your life.
10 Superhit Non-workout Workouts For Complete FitnessWe all want to remain fit and it’s obvious why. Everyone wishes to have a perfect body without pain or any kind of discomfort. However, for some of us, it can be discomforting to workout on a regular basis to do the above. There could be any reason behind this discomfort, a busy routine, lack of proper equipment, lack of motivation, or simply laziness. While some of us just loath the gym workout regimen, we do agree to non-workout workouts which keep us busy, keep our body fit, and also get several other things done simultaneously. This post talks about these alternate activities that you can indulge in to keep your mind and body healthy.
For the ease of our readers, we have curated a list of the most popular non-workout workouts and we are confident that a few of these will definitely attract your attention. Thank us later when you get hooked and these activities really start making a difference in your overall fitness and health. We will start with a few generic ones and then move on to the strenuous and hardcore activities.
- Cycling: We all remember this as something from when we were children. Cycling is fun, relaxing and a great stress buster and quite literally it gets you places. Apart from being an eco-friendly way to move around, it is a great method to exercise as well. You can cycle between work and home, to the market, etc. and forget about leg days in the gym for good. Cycling lets you explore the city in unimaginable ways, you get to soak in the sights while you ride around your bike and the best part is you are also burning those extra calories and fat around the stomach.
- Dancing: Not all of us can dance, but there is no harm in trying. Dancing is one of the best ways to stay fit and joyful. At some point or the other, we all dance in joy, when we are super happy but dancing for joy, is different. Dancing daily keeps the body and mind healthy and relaxed. It improves the flexibility of muscles and joints. Put on your favorite song and simply copy the moves if you know nothing about dancing. Alternatively, you can also join a dance class and learn the art from an expert.
- Home cleaning: Cleaning can get boring and monotonous but not if you do it like an exercise. Think about it, you move all around the house, cleaning and tidying up the place and while doing this you are mindful of being extra active to stretch and move your limbs so that you burn some calories. That’s killing two birds with one stone and we call it a ‘cleaning workout.’ Remember this the next time you find your house untidy, you are going to indulge in a ‘cleaning workout’ session.
- A pet: Pets are amazing, they pass your time and keep you active. Playing with a pet twice every day gives your body enough exercise to stay fit. Pets also spread joy with their affection and playful activities. Pets can also help you unwind after a day of tiring work. Go out in the park with your pet and run around chasing it or getting chased and that’s all you need to do.
- Yoga: Yoga is very different from mainstream workouts. It mostly involves stretching and correctional postures that stretch your body and muscles. If you want to remain healthy and radiant, include yoga in your lifestyle as it helps to keep your mind and body in a healthy state, giving you peace and tranquility.
- Swimming: We all have heard that swimming is the best exercise. Well, it indeed is. Swimming helps to maintain good health physically as well as relax you mentally. It stretches your limbs and also protects you from type 2 diabetes. Swimming is known to relieve anxiety and mental pressure. It goes easy on your joints pain, helps keep the heart-healthy, and increases endurance.
- Hiking/trekking: For those of you are adventurous and like to travel around, trekking on hills or hiking up mountains can be a great way to exercise. These activities are a bit strenuous and you will also need the proper tools and gear for it. Trekking/hiking shoes are a must if you plan on going up a hill. They are great endurance exercises that also help develop stamina and build an amazing physique. Trekking is a whole-body workout that shapes all your body muscles and builds a certain level of understanding with nature and the surroundings.
- Rowing: Rowing can be difficult for some for obvious reasons as it requires a boat and a water body too. However, those who do have a rowing club nearby or can arrange the equipment can practice it instead of working out in the gym. Rowing is an excellent exercise for your arms and upper body and also helps to build team-work and camaraderie with friends. It is peaceful, relaxing and a great stress reliever and you will discover amazing things about yourself and nature while you row a boat.
- Martial arts: It is usually children who enroll for these kinds of clubs but as an adult, you too can practice a bunch of mixed martial arts to keep your body in perfect condition. Martial arts are about the fitness of the mind as much as they are about the fitness of the body. They help you to concentrate, focus, and learn discipline. Practicing kung-fu, tai-chi, or karate gives you a sense of well-being and inner peace which can’t be matched by any other physical workout.
- Climbing: This is similar to hiking and trekking but can be done indoors too. Various training arenas have a rock climbing wall with grooves fitted in place, you can practice climbing in these areas without having to worry about going to a far place to indulge in this sport. You wouldn’t even have to worry about the weather if it’s rainy or stormy as the whole setup is indoors. Climbing is a great way to keep the body in shape and remain physically active and fit.
After all, you want to be fit and healthy and it doesn’t matter how you achieve this goal. You can either go to the gym and workout like everyone else or you can try any of these non-workout workouts which don’t make you feel putting extra effort into the fitness you seek. You can easily discover the fitness you want by indulging in any of the above activities and keeping yourself fit while you enjoy it.