New Fitness Tips and Trends
Don't let your fitness routine become a snore. Getting in shape or keeping that youthful appearance shouldn't be a chore. It should be fun! If you are in a rut or just want something different to really challenge your body, consider some of the newest trends others are using to look their best.
Kettlebells: this is an interesting way to tone up, so ditch the dumbbells every once in awhile and learn to swing the bells. These are cast iron "bells" that are shaped more like large circles with flat bottoms and handles at the top. They come in different sizes so you should probably start with smaller ones that weight a little less before advancing on to the larger ones.
What is unique about kettlebells is that you hold them by the top handle which is like a circle and then you swing them in different directions. You can work the entire body and burn massive amounts of calories even in a short session.
There are many kettlebell fitness DVDs on the market and you can purchase the actual bells at most sporting goods stores or through a myriad of online retailers.
Burlesque Dance: dancing has always been a favorite type of exercise because it is something that literally anyone can do yet it burns a nice amount of calories. Hip hop has been popular in exercise classes and DVDs for some time, but more sensual styles such as burlesque are now picking up popularity.
This is a great way to feel great about yourself while improving your body. Many women make it more entertaining by working out in their heels or even a feather boa. If fun is what you need to stick with a workout, this one you have to at least try once!
Another catchy trend is workout DVDs based on popular TV shows. Do not be surprised to find your favorite reality TV stars smiling on the cover an exercise DVD at a store near you. Going beyond the popular Biggest Loser series, many other TV stars are now taking their chance in the fitness market. Dancing with the Stars has a new one out with Lisa Rinna, for example.
Kim Kardashian also has a new workout series as a spin off from her reality TV show. Not only are these really good workouts that are rather unique, they do deliver great calorie-burning sessions.
Finally, whether you enjoyed the hula hoop as child or not, you have to at least try working with the weighted hoop. It is an excellent core workout that can deliver that ripped mid-section everyone wants. It is essentially a hula hoop that comes in various weights that can be used to twirl around your waist in different combinations of moves.
You don't necessarily need a DVD or other guidance to play around with the hoop and burn off some calories, though you may want to seek some ideas of what to do with it through the internet, a DVD, or a class at a gym.
Physical fitness should be fun! If you are bored with your routine or don't shake things up enough you are less likely to stick with it long term. So, step out of your comfort zone and see what is new in the world of health and exercise!