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Convert Exercise from a Chore to a Pleasure

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Convert Exercise from a Chore to a Pleasure

Convert Exercise from a Chore to a Pleasure

Exercise Can Be a Pleasure! (We Swear)

Let’s admit it. Not everyone is a fitness geek. Dripping sweat, specially in the cozy hours of the morning, just to burn the unwanted calories you had no problem taking in is not what each of us is looking forward to. Unless, of course, you see the immediate results—which isn’t the case.

But there’s still hope for everyone to get back on the healthy track, and the hope comes with pleasure. Follow these 9 interesting steps and you will no longer see exercising as a chore.

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3 Exercises That Rival Burpees

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3 Exercises That Rival Burpees

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There Are Other Ways to Achieve Your Goals than Burpees!

When it comes to fitness in general and weight loss in particular, burpees have been proven to be very effective. This particular exercise involves alternating between a standing position and a push-up position with a jump. It is very taxing from a physical standpoint because it works every muscle in your body, burning a lot of calories and increasing your heart rate in the process.

But did you know that there are less strenuous exercises that are even more effective if you want to lose weight in a timely fashion? Moreover, along with being easier to perform, they are safer and work even more muscle groups, including the shoulders and hips. Here are three exercises to try instead of burpees.

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10 Targeted Exercises to Strengthen Your Body

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10 Targeted Exercises to Strengthen Your Body

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Looking to Start Working Out? Try These 10 Exercises

The sheer volume of exercises you could do is mind-numbing and the gym scene can be intimidating. Just having to walk by treadmills and other machines can be enough to make you head straight back home feeling totally exhausted.

This is why we focus on at-home workouts. Here are ten of the best targeted exercises for all you people who are looking for a simple and effective full-body workout.

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6 Secret Weight Loss Methods That Actually Work

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6 Secret Weight Loss Methods That Actually Work

6 Secret Weight Loss Methods That Actually Work

Not So Secret Weight Loss Methods

Weight loss is a hot topic and unfortunately is not easily solvable. If you are looking for easy ways to lose weight or a quick method to shed pounds, do a little research. Are these super secret? Well, they must be because not everyone tries them! We are going to break down these highly effective, not so secret weight loss methods for you!

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5 Questions to Ask Before Building Your Own Home Gym

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5 Questions to Ask Before Building Your Own Home Gym

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What Do I Need to Know to Built an At-Home Gym?

Thinking of converting your garage/basement/spare room into a home gym? Fantastic! There’s no doubt, building an at-home gym is an excellent way to “Get ‘er done.”

But… Before you go out and pick up a weight set, there are a few questions you should ask.

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4 Simple Healthy Swaps for a Healthier Life

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4 Simple Healthy Swaps for a Healthier Life

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Try These 4 Healthy Swaps

Most people have bad habits that they can easily swap out with an alternative that causes much less harm. The truth is that many people simply do not know that some of their less than desirable habits can be switched out for something healthier. That’s where these healthy swaps come in!
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5 Things to Pack in Your Parkour Backpack

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5 Things to Pack in Your Parkour Backpack

5 Things to Pack in Your Parkour Backpack

Your Parkour Backpack Essentials

Parkour has been in existence for decades but it has gained more popularity in the last 10 years. Now you see more and more footage of young men and women running, vaulting, and jumping over some complicated obstacles in order to get to their destination. It’s very exhausting and exhilarating at the same time.

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