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1. TRY OUT FARTLEK!
Fartlek is a Swedish word that literally means ‘speed play’. It’s a way of upping the fitness effects of your activity and it’s very simple. “During a walk or run, pick out a landmark in the distance, such as a lamppost, bin, sign, tree or bench, and challenge yourself to go faster until you get to that point,” says personal trainer Julia Buckley. “Slow down to recover, then pick another point to get to at speed.”
2. Use natural features
Who needs a pricey gym membership when you’ve got the outside world? Go for a brisk 30-minute walk and find things you can use to boost your workout.
» HILLS These are the ultimate cardio booster and muscle toner because walking uphill requires the muscles in your thighs and bottom to produce greater force. March to the top, march back down and repeat. Lean slightly forwards from the ankle, shorten
