Now, if you're Canadian and reading this, you probably remember the title expression from Canadian fitness stalwarts Hal Johnson and Joanne McLeod and their BodyBreak series of tv interstitials beckoning us north of 49ers to get physical even as far back as the eighties. Interestingly, they're still going strong. I'd put a lot of the blame on their health and fitness regimen.
The late great Jack Lalanne said, "Fitness is king, nutrition is queen, put them together and you have a kingdom." Good advice, sir.
If you've never instituted a habit of exercise, it is never too late to start. Anything is more than nothing . . . even a walk around the block. But the important thing is consistency.
Do you need a place to go to solely exercise? Sometimes helps. Live in a small apartment? I'd put money on that if you're in NY.
For those of us in NY who want a place to go exercise, swim, play pick up sports, I can think of no better place than the NYC system of recreation centers.
For adults, it only costs $75 a year to work out and enjoy any city rec center in the 5 boros.
If you're thinking of joining a gym, consider that your gym might cost $75/month (not uncommon in this city) so you'd be alright to pay the year's fee at the rec center and try it out for a month to see if it fits your schedule. If that's not enough, the rec centers are free on the first Monday of every month and they won't bat an eyelash if you want to look around your local one.
Classes more your style? Shape Up NYC offers free classes throughout the city.
NYCe work, my city!!!
No excuse folks. Dismissed. Be careful out there.
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