Fun activities that don't seem like exercise

Fun activities to burn calories? Well I think you are not really looking for the activities I would bet that there is instead one thing that would make all the difference, socializing.

Whether it is going to a beach and swimming with others, the local pool to swim, joining a running for walking club or heck even going to a club and dancing.

Really when trying to find fun things it is most important to find people. Most people are not just hanging out watching TV when they are out but you may want to steer clear of moviegoers or the bar /b\pub crowd and go out doing active activities with a group.

For those of us who live in the South, the first answer is most definitely swimming in the summer! It's so hot and dry. You can burn calories quickly and develop quite a thirst...just make sure you drink water or fruit juice that is not from concentrate.

Another good way - fun way - to burn calories is by hiking with a friend in the spring and fall. (I'm not talking record setting stuff here...just driving to a trail (you can even pack your bikes) and packing a great-tasting-but-low-fat meal like fresh crunchy vegetables, veggie juice and granola bars.

Although enjoying any of the following activities may depend on whether you are an adult, teen, or child; here are several great forms of exercise that can also be fun Bike-riding - It doesn't have to be an... keep reading →