Summer is a great time to explore different workouts that are not convenient at other times of the year. If a more relaxed schedule and warm weather is motivating you to seek out more exciting exercise options, the 3 workouts below won’t disappoint.

Circus Workouts
If you’re looking to break out of a boring fitness rut then aerial arts will take your fitness to another level. More and more dance studios and gymnastics gyms are offering circus classes for adults where you can learn how to dance on a trapeze, silks, ropes, bungees, and more. If you’ve ever fantasized about joining Cirque du Soleil you will get a rush from this type of class and you will build strength you never new you had. Watch the video to see what it’s all about or check out my beginners aerial dance video to see what I’ve been learning in aerial dance class.

Water Workouts
Water exercises are a great way to burn calories and fat, heal nagging injuries, and increase endurance. You can do them at the pool, lake, or beach and the best way to burn more calories and fat is to incorporate intervals. Choose 10 exercises that you can perform in a circuit then do each for 50-60 seconds with no rest between exercises and repeat two more times for an amazing 30 minute workout. You can also try a shorter circuit and then finish up with 10 minutes of swimming laps as fast as possible. Try 30 seconds of all the following exercises: pool jogging, pool side pushups, water shadow boxing, and jump to knee tucks then repeat 10 times then finish up with 10 minutes of laps. Check out Fantastic Water Workouts - 2nd Edition for more exercise ideas.

Adventure Sport Workouts
Indoor rock climbing, cycling, sword fighting, and paddling are all great ways to get or stay fit during summer and you don’t need a ton of time to get out there and try any of it. The best way to get started is to take a weekend course to learn basics then practice on your own or with others who have done it before to improve your skills. Learning a new skill will work your muscles in a totally different way and inspire you to seek out other workouts to help you get stronger for your new adventure sport.

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