{"id":984,"date":"2013-06-10T13:19:55","date_gmt":"2013-06-10T19:19:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/lets-retire-in-mexico\/?p=984"},"modified":"2014-09-20T23:48:28","modified_gmt":"2014-09-21T04:48:28","slug":"staying-active-in-playa-del-carmen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/lets-retire-in-mexico\/2013\/06\/staying-active-in-playa-del-carmen\/","title":{"rendered":"Staying Active in Playa del Carmen"},"content":{"rendered":"

Playa del Carmen is a town in which we can\u2019t help but <\/span>to <\/span>be active on a normal basis. By settling here in Playa, you may actually be improving your health and wellness even if you didn\u2019t realize it. Aside from the fact that you generally do a lot of walking and moving around from one place to the other, Playa promotes many choices for staying fit and the good news is there is something for everyone! <\/span><\/p>\n

Let\u2019s take a look at some of the options, shall we?<\/span><\/p>\n

Walk-Everywhere Lifestyle<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

While the use of taxi\u2019s and cars are a main source of transportation to get from one place to the other it is more likely that you spend just as much of the time walking to your destination. Why not? The weather is nice! So even without exercise in mind we are doing it! And besides, Playa is small and sometimes it doesn\u2019t make much sense to drive. Our feet and the use of bicycles are actually the main form of transportation here therefore contributing to the \u201csubconscious calorie burn\u201d!<\/span><\/p>\n

Join a <\/strong><\/span>G<\/strong><\/span>ym!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This is the most typical mechanism as the gyms here offer state of the art equipment for both cardio and strength, on site personal training and group classes. <\/span><\/p>\n

Yoga<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Yoga is HUGE here in Playa del Carmen! There are many <\/span>y<\/span>oga studios scattered throughout Playa. It is unlikely that you will not see one as you are strolling through the main streets toward the beach here. Try yoga on the beach or in a studio! There is even yoga on the ocean with the use of surfboard. Give it a try!<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep that <\/span>C<\/span>ore <\/span>T<\/span>ight!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Holding hands with the same hot demand of <\/span>y<\/span>oga is <\/span>P<\/span>ilates. There are many <\/span>P<\/span>ilates studios here in Playa and some are even teamed up with the yoga studios and gymnasiums.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Outdoor <\/strong><\/span>R<\/strong><\/span>unning!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Find the treadmill boring? Well who wouldn\u2019t when you have the perfect setting and nice running\/jogging options here in Playa. Try some barefoot running on the beach. It\u2019s easy to forget you are exercising while you are connected with such a nice view. The 5<\/span>th<\/span><\/sup> Avenue is a nice option for a run. The mornings are quieter (and cooler) but if it\u2019s in a busier time of the day make it like an obstacle and weave in and out through the people. Also, it\u2019s a good way to people watch. Consider the track on 10<\/span>th<\/span><\/sup> avenue and 34<\/span>th<\/span><\/sup> street which at the moment is under construction but will be available again soon. And also, try running through different neighborhoods. Switching up your route can prevent boredom. <\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t like running? Well, all of these options are just as nice for walkers.<\/span><\/p>\n

Cross fit<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Cross fit <\/span>studios are becoming very popular as well. Living near the beach means that fitness and being strong is a hot topic. Cross fit combines some hard core techniques to get you in shape. It\u2019s worth the sweat! <\/span><\/p>\n

Tennis anyone?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

There are a couple of nice options for tennis courts in Playa del Carmen center as well as Playacar. It should be pretty easy to find a partner if you don\u2019t have one already. <\/span><\/p>\n

Take a bike ride!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

If it\u2019s a nice evening why not take the bike out for a spin. It\u2019s very nice ride through Playacar for example. Also, Playa is building up their bike paths to make it easier and more enjoyable to take a relaxing and safe ride through the town. <\/span><\/p>\n

Dance your heart out!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Take a salsa or Tango class or just simply find where the music is and dance. There\u2019s plenty of it here so take advantage and let yourself go. Dance is just as great for the mind and soul as it is for your body. Learn a few new moves or use what you\u2019ve got but either way have fun and move!<\/span><\/p>\n

And with all this being said we have to remember the summer is here and it\u2019s HOT! Stay active but also remember to stay hydrated! Drink water as you are participating in these activities and also throughout the day.<\/span><\/p>\n

-by Bea Lozano<\/em><\/p>\n

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