Despite many women attending gyms and engaging in various exercises to improve fitness and reduce weight, some women face challenges in going to the gym due to their circumstances, prompting them to seek alternatives to gym workouts.
Here are some alternative activities, according to the website “Metro”:
**Gardening**
According to experts, gardening has mental and physical benefits; it distracts a person from thoughts and helps maintain a connection with plants and flowers, which improves mood, creates a sense of comfort, and reduces stress. Gardening activities such as digging and mowing grass also strengthen the body and muscles.
**Ice Skating**
Ice skating is considered a form of recreational sport that offers benefits; it requires focus on movements that need to be practiced hundreds of times before mastering them, which in turn increases mental concentration and also strengthens the muscles of the legs, hips, and arms.
**Cycling**
Cycling is often thought of as a purely athletic activity, but it doesn’t have to be. Experts recommend cycling freely and exploring scenic natural areas, which provides a sense of relaxation, reduces stress, and allows for more fresh air intake, away from the polluted streets of cities. Additionally, cycling builds leg muscles and enhances the body's endurance.
**Household Chores**
This activity may not be enjoyable for many women, but it offers numerous benefits that enhance physical endurance, strengthen muscles, and positively impact fitness. For instance, experts advise against using a vacuum cleaner and suggest using a traditional broom instead while cleaning the house, as this requires more effort and helps exercise the body's muscles for increased movement and flexibility.
