Planning a summer vacation in the Hamptons? Here are different exercises to try before hitting the beach this season.
Yoga. First practiced for spiritual and mental wellness, yoga is now widely practiced as a fitness alternative. Not only does yoga make the body physically fit, it also presents health benefits such as improving one’s breathing patterns and correcting postures. There are different types of yoga, and each type has different positions and breathing exercises. Ashtanga is ideal for beginners, as it enables students to work at their own pace. For those looking for more challenging routines, Iyengar can be the better choice, as it requires students to hold poses longer, putting emphasis on muscular and skeletal precision.
Boxing. This workout is best for people who want to strengthen their upper body and focus on their mid-section. Boxing is considered as a core strengthening exercise as it builds the muscles in the abdomen as well as the arms. This sport also improves feet and body coordination due to the footwork involved.
Running. Another cardio exercise on the list, running is one of the easiest and less-demanding workouts. No equipment is needed, only trusted trainers or running buddies perhaps. Beginners simply need to research about the correct running form especially for the legs and knees to avoid potential injuries.
Tabata. This high intensity interval training is suitable for people who seem to lack enough time to exercise. Requiring only four to fifteen minutes, this training’s goal is to burn as much calories in a short period of time by doing intense cardio drills instead of doing an hour of exercise with light routines. Tabata training can be done by using kettlebells, barbells, or any bodyweight lifts.
Zumba. Who said that workout is all about enduring pain and not having fun? Zumba, a dance workout craze that started in Brazil, shows that should not always be the case. During a Zumba class, an instructor leads, showing students different dance routines to follow while music is playing in the background. Zumba helps build all muscle groups in the body, as it is a whole-body workout. Perfect, indeed, for those who think of donning a bikini soon!
After taking up any of these options for physical activity, one should also make sure to eat healthy. Plenty of exercise as well as a good diet are both important in trying to achieve that beach-ready physique for The Hamptons getaway.
