The Gym for Healthy Living?

[Anonymous]

Is the gym the norm for a healthy living, or is other, and outdoor pursuits an acceptable⁹ alternative?

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1 y

I've never been to a gym, are there others out there that don't find the gym appealing?

[jennifer_bloom]

I believe there are mental benefits to taking walks or runs outside of the home as opposed to inside a gym, but I am lucky that my mother is obsessed with plants and we have around 40 in our house so I get good oxygen even if I do not leave the house very much. When we go on vacation, we send people to visit our home to water them once every 10 days.

[Asker]

I'm pleased to hear from you, I'm not much of a gardener, but I try to keep my place free from weeds, and I buy flowers to brighten up my home.

[Potteplante]

I don't go to the gym. I go on walks, use my bike as a transportation and do yoga + have some fitness equipment at home, or taking a break on the latter two due to surgeries.

Thinking about trying to start swimming but I need to test out if that is something I can do long term.

I don't think I'll ever be someone who will go to a gym.

[Asker]

I'm a cyclist too, not so keen on walking but I've enjoyed going into the hills in the past. I swim the breaststroke and I have been going to the pool for a number of years, just for one hour a week.

[lightbulb27]

Healthier outdoors.

[AI Opinion]

Working out should be a fun adventure, not a chore! 🏋️‍♂️ While gyms offer structure, outdoor activities like hiking or cycling are incredible for physical and mental health. Both have benefits, so it's all about finding what makes you feel alive and happy. Whether it's the gym or outdoor pursuits, the key is to stay active and enjoy the process. Remember, health is a blend of activities that you love and that fit your lifestyle.

[Asker]

I'm very similar, I use a bike for transportation and leisure., and I dabble in sport and swimming, though I'm not very good at them, and I do a few exercises at home.