We've done the research and found the five best summer water sports for you to try. Now this holiday season you’ll have no excuse not to go, get your tan on and try out these sports.
Surfing Learning to surf can be a really thrilling and challenging sport. Surfing is a good exercise for the body as it can tone the muscles in your legs, upper back, lower abdomen, triceps and biceps-all in one! Just look at Cameron Diaz and Kelly Slater to see the results!
Swimming Regular swimming builds endurance, muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness. Swimming is also great for stimulating circulation and muscle activity. With swimming you can tone your upper arms, shoulders and legs. The best strokes for whole body toning are freestyle, breaststroke and backstroke. Try taking an early morning swim to get you refreshed and ready for the day.
Kayaking Kayaking is a great holiday7 sport - you can both sightsee and fit in a workout at the same time. Kayaking is also relaxing and a fun social activity. If you want more of a challenge try kayaking somewhere with a stronger current. Exercise benefits include back, chest, stomach, arm and toning
Fishing Not typically your most traditional sport. But fishing is a great sport giving us the chance to breathe in some fresh air and connect with the food we catch. It’s also a great way to relieve stress and tone your upper body when you reel in a big one. Plus it’s a great sport to do with a group of friends.
Snorkelling Most people probably wouldn’t qualify snorkelling as a sport, but it's still a great way to do a fun activity and exercise at the same time. With snorkelling you get to see the vast beauty of the sea. Best of all, while you’re seeing this entire beautiful seascape you also work in some swimming. Look out for nearby marine reserves (nzgirl pick: Goat Island, north of Auckland) for some of the country’s most beautiful snorkeling locations.
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