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One of the biggest problems for some people when trying to stay fit is boredom. Over the years I have learnt that if you get bored working out or getting settled into a routine, you very rarely stick to and are likely to stop altogether. So if you are one of these people then maybe you should try something a little more exciting than a simply trip to the gym?

Some people have decided to spice things up by trying some more (outrageous) ways to keep themselves fit, yet entertained at the same time:

1. First up is Paint Ball. A game where you are dressed up and released into a “Combat Zone” with guns that fire quite literally balls of paint to mark opponents. The reason that this can keep you so fit is because running through dense woodland and trenches keeps that heart pumping and allows you to keep your legs energized and can improve muscle tone. The actual experience will get your heart beating anyway because of the thrill and excitement. Of course this is one of the more expensive ways to keep fit, but would be different every time you tried it!

2. Next on this crazy list is Zorbing. This phenomenon started originally in New Zealand and has swept across the world. Quite simply this is a spherical orb that has two shells that acts as a shock absorber for the person on the inside. You can reach great speeds by running inside the ball and it is an exhilarating experience. With the ability to reach these speeds on Land if you want to try something a little more challenging the Zorb can also be taken over water which requires harder work to travel. This is also a sport great for you circulatory and respiratory systems.

3. For those of you who are mad and that want to try something both dangerous and get your heart pumping, as well as straining the muscles in your body is the Street Luge. Not really recommended but requires someone to use all their physical fitness, you start at the top of a road and lay down on what looks like an extended skateboard, then proceed to launch yourself down hill. Stopping is the tricky part but turning is hard as well, you need to be able to lean left and right without falling off!

4. This last one is a more likely one to try, but is also quite extreme; Kick Boxing. This activity utilizes all the muscles in your body and your trainer will teach you how to become both nimble and strong. The techniques used will vary from week to week and are guaranteed to get you fit quickly, although, you may need a calm and collected head when it comes to sparring!

Marcus travels around the world with a Luxury holidays Tour Operator helping out with any fitness techniques after work.