The holidays are over, your relaxation is perfect and, among your good back-to-school resolutions, sport figures prominently. It must be said that you need to regain a better lifestyle and leave behind the traces that summer excesses have left on your body. Nothing better than physical activity to get back in control! Yes, but which one? It all depends on your needs, your desires and your profile. Here are some tips to help you choose the practice that suits you.
Water sports: to build muscle and relax in depth
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If it's been a while since you stopped moving, it's in your best interest to turn to aquatic physical activities if you want to return to sport at the start of the school year. Aquabiking, in particular, is the ideal practice for those who want to rediscover the taste for gentle effort.
In water, your joints are protected and venous return is encouraged 1 . Your body becomes toned. By pedaling underwater, you work your abdominals in depth and promote better fat burning. Your figure thanks you.
If you don't like cycling, you can always just swim or choose to swim with fins. These two sports are complete and make all of your muscles work in harmony. They also allow you to relax intensely and can be used in all seasons.
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Indoor sports: for the most homebodies
Do you have little time to devote to sport at the start of the school year but you really want to practice physical activity in order to maintain or regain your shape? Why not get moving without leaving your house?
The skipping rope is a great companion. With it, you take overall care of your body. The heart becomes invigorated, venous return improves and you burn many calories because jumping rope is an intense activity. It is not without reason that boxers practice it regularly. They know that ten minutes of rope is equivalent to thirty minutes of running. 2
The exercise bike – or home trainer – is also a good idea for an activity to put on the back-to-school menu. This fitness machine is great for maintaining your muscle mass. You can control the intensity of your work by increasing the resistance of the bike.
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Outdoor sports: for adventurers
Adventurers and those who need some fresh air often prefer to escape for running or trail sessions. These activities are excellent for the cardio-respiratory and promote better self-esteem, because they offer the opportunity to constantly push one's limits.
Running and trail running are easily done alone but it is recommended to do them in a group. For what ? It can be difficult to go for a solo run in the middle of winter or in the rain. Having a group of friends allows you to motivate yourself and improve your performance. You might as well not deprive yourself of it!
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Climbing sharpens the senses and the mind, works flexibility and coordination of movements. This outdoor activity can also be done indoors. It is therefore accessible all year round and whatever the weather conditions. A real plus!
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Combat sports: ideal for inner balance
Do you need to let off steam? Combat sports are made for you. Boxing, Aikido, Karate, Judo, Taekwondo, Krav Maga, Ju-Jitsu or Kung-Fu: all allow you to tone up while helping to free you from the stress and tensions of the day.
Thanks to them, you evacuate bad vibes and you learn to control yourself. They act as great self-esteem boosters and gently lead you to give only the best of yourself.
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Zen sports: for gentle rebalancing
For those looking for well-being, the sports to practice are yoga and Qi Gong. These two practices relax you quickly and contribute to the harmonious development of your personality. They are particularly recommended if you have difficulty managing your stress.
Thanks to movements executed very slowly and precisely determined postures, these practices unify the body, mind and breath. They also allow you to breathe correctly and relieve tension while working all the muscles in your body. They gradually lead you towards better shape. Their little extra is that they are recommended for those who suffer from joint or muscular discomfort as well as for those who wish, as part of a competitive activity, to improve their recovery.
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There are physical practices for all profiles. Make a list of your needs and wants and see which activities suit you best. Water sports, Zen activities, indoor or outdoor activities, ask yourself what you prefer and find the sport you can/want to practice from the start of the school year!
1 Effect of Nordic Walking and Water Aerobics Training on Body Composition and the Blood Flow in Lower Extremities in Elderly Women. (Ryszard Jasiński, Małgorzata Socha, Ludmiła Sitko, Katarzyna Kubicka, Marek Woźniewski, and Krzysztof A. Sobiech) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4415824/
2 Comparison of Rope Skipping and Jogging as Methods of Improving Cardiovascular Efficiency of College Men (John A. Baker, Murray State Unniversity, Kentucky – USA)
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/10671188.1968.10618043
