Question by : What are some good teen fitness skills?
I’m not in very good shape and I’m 13. I try to do 100 jumping jacks when I wake up, but i’d also like to do a lot more. Since summer is coming up, i’ll have more time to exercise and get outside. Is there any good things to do besides jogging a lot and doing sports? I’m learning how to play hockey and tennis this summer. 10 points to best answer and 2 to whoever tries. Thanks!
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“Not in shape” is vague.
It’s good you made the start w/ exercise you do.
Jogging & brisk walking are among the best ways to burn excess bod fat and build aerobic capacity which you will need for hockey & tennis There’s also jump rope.
To build muscle, weight training is best. You could get a pair of free wt dummbells and do many good exercises @ home. Always wear steel-toed footwear around free wts.
& optimize your diet.
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