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Running
Of all aerobic activities, running is the one that most seems to divide people - basically, they either love it or hate it. Those who love running will talk about the joy of being outside, moving under you own power - the ultimate expression of energy.
On the other hand, those who hate running tend to see it as a chore, a form of exquisite torture designed by sadistic school phys ed teachers to punish kids for some obscure violation of school rules.
The truth, of course, lies somewhere in between - even for those who love it, there are times when it is hard work, painful even. While for those who loathe it, there is the possibility that under the right circumstances it could be tolerable, enjoyable even.
So assuming you fall into the latter category, how can you turn this most simple of aerobic activities into something that can form a part of your workout program?
The biggest issue is to give it some time. If you are out of shape, this is a form of exercise that will reveal your limitations to the max, so start by alternating a gentle jog with periods of walking. Over the course of a few weeks, gradually increase the time spent jogging, while decreasing the walking time.
If you do this three times per week, within about six weeks you should be able to jog non-stop for about twenty minutes - at that time you are ready to actually start enjoying this simple and effective activity.
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