Even if you are more of a couch potato than a personal fitness guru, you can find fitness inspiration in the Olympics!
Like many, you may have enjoyed watching the world’s finest athletes compete in the Olympic Games — while you lounged on your sofa eating junk food!
Even if you are more of a couch potato than a personal fitness guru, you can find fitness inspiration from watching the Olympics on TV.
Here are some ways to turn your interest in Olympic fitness into a workout routine for the average Joe or Jill.
Take a class
When you are ready to dismount the couch for more active pursuits, consider starting your healthy adventure with a class in the fitness pursuit of your choice.
If watching Michael Phelps swim for gold medals makes you wish to master more than the dog paddle, then it may be the perfect time for you to jump into a swimming class. After all, most every world class athlete initially learned their sport from an expert in a class setting!
If archery hits the spot, search for classes in your town. If rhythmic gymnastics moves you, look for an adult dance class where you can learn similar moves. Armchair athletes who dream of sprinting and racing should check out their local running club.
It’s never too late to learn a new activity and take up an invigorating sport.
Join a team
If you are more into team spirit than individual events, take a cue from the Olympic Games and join a local sports team. Most cities offer some sort of club sports program that is focused more on fun than competition. Meetup is a great site for finding groups in your area with particular sports interests.
Try some favorite Olympic activities like these:
- Volleyball
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Basketball
- Rowing
Then when the Olympics roll around again, you can watch the games together with your team!
The Olympic Games… for average folks
Okay, okay. Not everyone is destined to be a world-class athlete. But that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy some exciting competition, maybe even against yourself!
Even if you never become a star athlete, you can find fitness inspiration watching the Olympics. Let the thrill of achievement you reveled in viewing move you toward your own fitness goals!
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