So if you're one of those people who hasn't found the perfect physical activity yet
如果你属于没有找到最完美的体育活动的人之一的话，
here are some things to think about which might help you make the right decision for you.
这里有一些事情，可能对你做出正确的抉择有所帮助。
The first question to ask yourself is whether you would enjoy training in a gym.
第一个要问你自己的问题就是你是不是喜欢在健身房锻炼。
Many people are put off by the idea of having to fit a visit to the gym into their busy day.
很多人都被这样一个想法给吓退了——得把去健身房的时间配合到他们繁忙的日程中。
You often have to go very early or late as some gyms can get very crowded.
你经常得去的很早或者很晚，因为某些健身房可能会很挤。
But with regular training you'll see a big difference in a relatively short space of time.
但是如果有规律地训练的话，即使时间很短，也会发现很大的不同。
Running has become incredibly popular in recent years.
近几年来跑步越来越流行了。
That's probably got a lot to do with the fact that it's a very accessible form of exercise
那可能和这是一种非常方便进行的运动方式有关
anyone can run, even if you can only run a few meters to begin with.
每个人都可以跑步，即使你刚开始的时候跑的并不远。
But make sure you get the right shoes -- it's worth investing in a high quality pair and they don't come cheap.
但是确保你穿的是正确的鞋子--一双高质量的运动鞋很值得投资，而且它们不会贬值的。
Another great thing about running is that you can do it at any time of day or night
跑步的另一个好处就是你可以在白天或者是晚上的任何时间进行
the only thing that may stop you is snow and ice.
唯一一件可能阻挡你的事情就是冰雪。
Swimming is another really good way to build fitness.
游泳是增强健康的另一种方式。
What attracts many people is that you can swim in an indoor pool at any time of year.
一年中的任何时间都可以在室内泳池游泳这一点吸引了很多人。
On the other hand, it can be quite boring or solitary.
但是，游泳可能挺无聊，而且挺孤单的。
It's hard to chat to people while you're swimming lengths.
你在游泳的时候，很难和人去交谈。
Cycling has become almost as popular as running in recent years.
近些年来骑自行车正变得基本上和跑步一样流行。
That's probably because as well as improving their fitness,
那可能是因为在增强体质的同时，
many people say being out in the fresh air in a park or in the countryside can be fun,
人们能够在公园或者郊外呼吸新鲜空气，非常的有趣。
provided the conditions are right, of course -- only fanatics go out in the wind and rain!
当然天气要好了，只有极端分子才会在刮风下雨的天气出去呢！
Yoga is a good choice for those of you looking for exercise which focuses on developing both a healthy mind and body.
对于那些寻找能够同时塑造健康的心灵和身体的人来说，瑜伽是一个很好的选择。
It's a good way of building strength and with the right instructor,
这是一种很好的增强力量的方式，
there's less chance of hurting yourself than with other more active sports.
如果有一个好的教练的话，这种运动方式比其他运动方式伤害到自己的可能性更小。
But don't expect to find it easy.
但是千万别觉得它很简单。
It can be surprisingly challenging, especially for people who aren't very flexible.
它可能真的会特别难，尤其是对于那些身体不够灵活的人来说。
Getting a personal trainer is a good way to start your fitness programme.
请一个私人教练可能是一个开始你的健身之旅的很好的方式。
Obviously there can be significant costs involved.
显然这会包括很大的一部分成本。
But if you've got someone there to encourage you and help you achieve your goals, you're less likely to give up.
但是如果有人激励你、帮助你实现自己的目标的话，你放弃的可能性就会更小。
Make sure you get someone with a recognized qualification, though, or you could do yourself permanent damage.
但是，一定要确保你请的教练有认证资格，否则你会给你自己造成终身的伤害的。