Exercise, me? Phooey, don’t believe in the stuff; at least, not the kind that requires a gym membership. I can’t see paying someone to make me sweat! Other than mowing the grass or gardening I must be provided with a photo opportunity upon exertion.
Weeding the flower gardens provide me with many pretty subjects.
Sometimes I catch a great sunset when I stroll through the neighborhood.
I will climb a mountain for an amazing view.
I will paddle a canoe for a fresh perspective.
Hiking takes me down many new paths.
I’ve been known to scramble river rock.
Beach walking hardly feels like exercise.
Swinging is probably more relaxation than physical effort, but it does give me opportunities to take pictures of the birds and bugs in the backyard!
Spin Cycle: Exercise
Good post. I have spent money on memberships that make me sweat, but not in quite a while. I like your way much better. You don’t feel the pain with a camera in your hands.
…unless of course you fall while trying to capture a shot…done that but it didn’t hurt as badly as when I fell off my bike!
Well, your views are certainly much better than the gym.
I can see why you don’t need one. Gorgeous shots.
I don’t think I could give up my favorite Zumba class though.
Zumba is one thing I’ve wanted to try, however, the fact that I have no rhythm what so ever has stopped me!
I’d rather look at all of the above things than some sweaty jarhead at the gym!
You make a great point for my case!
Oh, you would be fun to spend a day with!
I’ll give you fair warning…I do complain some UNLESS I know I’ll be getting a reward later; you know like ice cream or perhaps a cold one!
“Exercise, me? Phooey, don’t believe in the stuff; at least, not the kind that requires a gym membership.”
I feel the EXACT same way, Suzi. I get my exercise by walking briskly around the city all day and doing some stretching and yoga in the evenings. I also like to put on some good music and just DANCE around my apartment – HA!
I think gym memberships are good for those people who need structure to their exercise. And YOU certainly get a lot of exercise in your walks, canoeing, hiking, etc. Plus, you’re out in nature, which is so healthy and healing.
Awesome photos! Especially love the sunset and the caterpillar!
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Yes, Ron, there are lots of healthy alternatives!
I joined a gym. I did not feel better or lose weight. I am going to look on the map, drive over there and get my money back.
Bwahaha…sounds like me. No, really I did join one once (many years ago) and I herniated a disc – that’s my excuse and I’m sticking to it!
Man, if I lived where you do, you wouldn’t be able to get me inside ever! Can’t believe how gorgeous those pictures are!
You are linked! Glad to have you back!
Thanks, it’s good to be back! Yes, Virginia is beautiful!
Your kind of exercise soothes the soul!
It sure does!
I’m with you here! Exercise for the sake of exercise seems stupid to me. I’d rather run along the beach looking for shells, or ride a horse or a mountain bike for the scenery, or ride waves for the fun.
Now you’re talking my language!
When you get to do something you love, it no longer feels like exercise.
You’re exactly right!
Looks like you’re killing two birds with one stone — getting all these lovely pictures AND getting some exercise. Sounds like a plan to me!
Yes, that’s my kind of work out…you know, multitasking!
Whew. Lucky me not everyone feels that way!
It is great that there are so many ways for people to move. You just happen to have very pretty places to get your sweat on!
Great pictures.
Perhaps I should make a disclaimer…if I lived near you, I’d pay to do Nia…I could get my seat on for that!
I too do better getting my exercise the natural way, outdoors the way the Good Lord intended it, I don’t see myself in the gym either
It’s more enjoyable…I tend to cop an attitude if someone is making me sweat!
I’m with you on this; I’m more likely to do exercise if a great photo op is promised. Great motivation
Motivation, that’s it exactly!
So, I do have a gym membership. Yes, I need the structure. Yes, I see a difference when I make a habit of going.
But I also do the sort of exercise you describe here. I prefer to ramble about though, so it’s not always a good workout Except of course for when I garden. Now that’s a work out!
I wish I was good with structure, but I’m afraid my money would be wasted because I know I’d find one excuse after another not to go. And gardening is always a good workout with many rewards!
I am with you! No gym for me … I love your list of physical activities, they are “fun” ways I exercise, too. Besides, the closest gym is over an hour away.
That’s way too far to go, and you have all that beautiful scenery near you for exploring.
Yes! And wow! Great shots, Suzi.
I take a water aerobics class . . . but it’s FREE . . . and outdoors . . . where I can watch the birds, the bees, the crabs, the turtles . . . and the swaying palms.
I took water aerobics once, but I paid for it and it was inside..not fair! Your’s sounds like such fun.
Bet that was quite a pose you struck while capturing that Swallowtail caterpillar shot… (Downward Dog, right?; ) LOVE your kind of exercise!! Thanks so much for filling my soul today.
Oh no, not Dog, it’s Cat, yup, definitely Cat pose; )
Ha, I do get in awkward positions…the trick is to get out of them!
Yes, I love this kind but plead laziness and ineptitude when it comes to machines and anything that requires rhythm.
Now *those* are the kind of workouts I can get my head around!
Love your perspective! 
Exercise in Futility
Ha, yes I have to make it worth it!
Your pictures are amazing! I love this spin on exercise!
Thanks, Patty.
Great reasons! Love your photos!
I’ve been taking Pilates and have needed the Chiropractor less often because of it. Many beautiful days I hate to go inside and do it though. And take a walk afterward.
I used to do pilates and would love to start back up.
You could do it on a flat rock. lol.
Suzie! These shots are fabulous!! I absolutely adore the sunset pic. And beach walking is my favorite exercise.
I love exercise that doesn’t feel like exercise…I don’t mind getting sweaty then!