If your holiday takes you to the beach this summer, there are many fun sports that you can do, both in and out of the water, to stay in shape.
If you’re off to the beach for your summer holiday, chances are you won’t be following your regular workout routine exactly. Why not take advantage of your location and try something new and fun?
Here are some sports you can do at the beach (some in the water and some on the sand) to keep in shape:
Snorkelling. Put on your diving mask, snorkel and fins and see what’s under the surface of the water. You’ll get in a good swim without even noticing. Just don’t burn your back if you lose track of the time!
SUP (stand-up paddleboarding). Standing up on a surfboard and paddling with what is essentially a long-handled canoe paddle will get you a full-body workout, improving core strength, balance and cardio fitness.
Windsurfing. If the wind is right, take up the challenge of windsurfing. You’ll feel like you’re sailing (because you are), but you have more flexibility. Experts can do spins and jumps and surf big waves.
Kite surfing. Up for an extreme sport? When kite surfing, you rely on a large power kite to propel you across the water on a surfboard (with or without foot straps) so you can ride the…
