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Boredom busters to revamp your exercise routine

Exercise is crucial to good health, but sometimes it's hard to find the motivation to maintain an exercise regimen. Finding the time is one problem. Another is boredom. The solution is finding ways to bust that boredom and stay engaged — or at least distracted.

Get your copy of Workout Workbook

The numbers are shocking. Just two out of 10 American adults meet recommended levels of physical activity. Nearly three out of 10 Americans ages 6 and older admit they aren’t active at all, despite reams of research proving that exercise is a powerful preventive, and sometimes an antidote, for disability and illness. This Special Health Report, Workout Workbook: 9 complete workouts to help you get fit and healthy, features nine excellent workouts that will challenge your body and spirit in a variety of ways while warding off boredom.