For beginners, the thought of starting a new workout routine from scratch may seem like a daunting task. However, exercising is not just about doing intense workouts at home or sweating it out on a treadmill at the gym. You can opt for numerous other ways to shed weight and tone your body while enjoying your workouts. Here are five such simple and enjoyable exercises that you can try if you are a first timer.

Walking/jogging
The thought of getting up early in the morning and heading out for a walk may seem impossible, especially if you are a late riser. However, do this for a couple of days and you will be hooked for sure. A brisk walk early in the morning leaves you fresh and energized to take on the day’s tasks with renewed vigor. If you are not so fond of early mornings, try late evenings just as the sun is about to set. Start with a brisk walk and slowly move on to jogging for about 30 minutes every day. This will start you off on the path to weight loss without much fuss.

Swimming
Know how to swim? Then what are you waiting for? Grab your swimming costume and head out to the pool for a few quick laps across it. No other exercise can offer more efficient full body workout than swimming. Enroll in a swimming class and make it a point to swim at least a couple of laps every day. You will start noticing the difference immediately.

Biking
If you do not have time to ride a bike outdoors, you can opt for indoor exercise bikes to flex your muscles and tone the body. Spending about 15 minutes on a bike can provide your body with a great workout, without even letting you know about it. Many exercise bikes also offer exciting options like workout trackers and Bluetooth connectors to keep you pepped up during the workout.

Sports
There is no better way to workout than taking part in a sport that you love. In addition to increasing your adrenaline levels, sports can help you enjoy intense workouts, while keeping you entertained. Invite some friends and head out to the beach or a local park to indulge in your favorite sporting activity.

Dancing
Many exercise studios around the world have started emphasizing the benefits of dancing as a full body workout that can do wonders for your body. It is not necessary that you know a particular dance style for exercising. All it takes is some peppy music and the nerve to let go and move your body to the rhythm, unmindful of someone staring at you or not. Of course, you can also enroll in a dance course or Zumba session for a more streamlined approach to losing weight via dancing.