Losing weight and getting in shape is a common goal. But for many, this concept immediately conjures up thoughts of restrictive diets and boring exercises. The result is a desire to avoid the idea of fitness all together. After all, being hungry and working out does not appeal to most people. On the flip side, if you get involved in a ‘physical’ hobby, you can expect to lose weight and get in shape while having fun.

Lots of physical activities can be turned into enjoyable hobbies. Instead of boring exercises you will be doing something that you look forward to. Not only will you participate in the activity with enthusiasm, you will do so as much and as often as possible. The outcome is that you will have fun while you burn calories and build muscles. It’s a win-win-win situation. (more…)