Kick Boxing

Have you ever tried kick boxing? I know that might sound like a funny question - but kick boxing is a great form of exercise that's incredibly entertaining and enjoyable. And...it's really hard work! No wonder boxers are in such good shape. It's really difficult work that uses the entire body. Many gyms offer some form of a boxing or kick boxing class. It's worth trying it out. One of the key ingredients to doing consistent exercise is finding something that you enjoy - and varying your routinue so you don't get terribly bored. Many of us get bored with the exercise that we do, and this causes two problems. First, it means that we are more likely to skip it periodically or do it with less energy and enthusiasm. Secondly, it means that we are not being challenged as much each time that we do the same thing. It's often important to vary your workout so that you use new muscles at times and so that you can push yourself to new heights.

I often fool myself by saying, "Well, I went for my 20 minute walk today - I'm covered." Just because I'd like to say that I accomplished my excercise for the day doesn't mean that my body is fooled! I have to keep pushing myself in order to make it count. Kick boxing is a great way to make it count. Try it out sometime - you may be surprised by how much you enjoy it!