Money Saving Exercise Ideas

Maybe you're one of the many people who need to cut costs after the holidays. Who doesn't want to save money after Christmas which often involves lots of expenses for presents, food, booze and extras that come with the annual celebration?
And of course with all the calories that come from alcohol and holiday dinners, it comes to reason that most people have goals to lose weight and exercise.
I've thought of a few ways for people to do exercise without spending a lot of money.
1. Be a dog walker at your local S.P.C.A.
For the past few years, I've often walked dogs, usually on the weekends, and spend anywhere from 30 to 45 minutes in the outdoors. You not only get to experience the pleasure of seeing a wide variety of different and adorable dogs, but also get to exercise which encourages a healthy heart and life-style.
2. Join a local league. For winter, many community centres offer affordable activities, ranging from badminton, to floor hockey, to Dodgeball, etc. Some community centres even offer to provide subsidization for people who are students or in the lower income bracket. If you are a student, many schools and college offer reduced rates for gym and fitness activites. If you are an alumni from a university, you can even get reduced fees for recreation.
3. While watch television, you can incorporate a few fitness activites. These may include doing some sit-ups on a mat, or even on your bed, and leg lifts. No one said watching television needs to be a sedentary activity.
4. With your radio or record player, which is gaining popularity once again, listen to Rock or your favorite fast beat, and make your moves in your living room. Dancing is a great way to exercise as well as have fun.
5. Finally, go ahead and make a small splurge on a DVD exercise tape. Nowadays, you can buy a DVD tape on just about any exercise activity. You can try something different, such as Yoga, or belly dancing or even martial arts. And don't forget your local library where you can borrow DVD exercise tapes for free.
Doing exercise need not be boring or expensive. Til next week.