The Best Exercise for Weight Loss

I am often asked "What is the best exercise for weight loss?". The answer is quite simple. The best exercise is the exercise you enjoy doing, or for those of you who don't enjoy any form of exercise choose the exercise you hate the least.
The form of exercise you choose is very important because it will have a direct effect on the success of your program. If you don't enjoy it, you won't keep doing it. I often find that for people who don't enjoy any form of exercise, walking is usually a good starting point. Try to drag a friend or family member along as it will pass the time and make your training a little more social. Once you have built up fitness, you can have a go at something a bit more demanding.
If walking is not your thing, try tennis, swimming, or join a fitness centre. Many fitness centres offer much more than just weights and aerobics these days and you may just find something you will enjoy. As for the more mature people, quite a lot of fitness centres offer special classes for your age group which focus on increasing functional strength and flexibility.
'Stay at home mums' should also consider joining a local sporting competition. Many sports associations offer day time competitions in Netball, Basketball, etc. It doesn't matter if you don't know anyone as they will find a team for you. Don't worry about the kids, if they offer a day time competition, they will also have childminding facilities.
If you can't see yourself doing any of that, check out our website (Training Diary) and train at home!