At home and outdoor exercise 'is a good alternative to the gym'
05/01/2010 'You don't have to join a gym to get in shape in 2010' – that's the message from an article in the Independent which claims people can get the same benefits from exercising outdoors or at home.
For those who are highly motivated and have some leftover Christmas money to spend, the article recommended investing in a home gym. However, this doesn't mean spending large amounts of money on equipment. Many items can be bought for under £50, significantly less than the cost of a year's gym membership.
Mini trampolines can cost as little of £60 and are ideal for those who want value for money from their exercise equipment. At just 48 inches in diameter and with removable legs, they are easy to store when not in use. Even better they are an extremely efficient form of exercise which experts believe is 68 per cent more efficient than running.
Other advice included using websites to track your progress and stay motivated and using traditional body weight exercises to mix things up.
For those who are highly motivated and have some leftover Christmas money to spend, the article recommended investing in a home gym. However, this doesn't mean spending large amounts of money on equipment. Many items can be bought for under £50, significantly less than the cost of a year's gym membership.
Mini trampolines can cost as little of £60 and are ideal for those who want value for money from their exercise equipment. At just 48 inches in diameter and with removable legs, they are easy to store when not in use. Even better they are an extremely efficient form of exercise which experts believe is 68 per cent more efficient than running.
Other advice included using websites to track your progress and stay motivated and using traditional body weight exercises to mix things up.
