Exercise. It's a word many of us dread. Some find it boring, while others just can't stand doing it for whatever reason. Finding motivation to do it is a challenge for us all. Finding ways to make exercise enjoyable can be difficult, but it's quite possible.

Yes, that's right. Exercise can be enjoyable!

If one hates exercise, how can they make it fun, then? Well, it takes a little creativity. Here are a few suggestions for ways to work out that will keep you entertained at the same time.

Dance Dance Revolution

Though you might feel a little silly doing this at first, the popular video game Dance Dance Revolution has the potential to give the player a fantastic cardio workout. The game itself is fairly simple: you step on the arrows as the corresponding arrows on the screen match up. It takes a great deal of practice to become good enough at it so you're drenched in sweat after every game, but it gives you something to work for. That's the beauty of it: it's a game, and that factor keeps you going even when you get tired.

Eyetoy: Kinetic

Yet again, the Playstation is the way to go to make exercise entertaining. Utilizing the Eyetoy camera, Kinetic reflects your image back at you on the screen as you perform various activities in this virtual workout world. You kick, punch, and jump your way to fitness in a way that's challenging and fun!

Mini Stair Stepper

The beauty behind this invention is that it's compact, portable, and can be done just about anywhere. You can use this miniature stair stepper while you work, study, or watch TV. You could even put it in front of your Playstation and play what would normally be a sedentary game as you step! Can it get much better?

iPods and TVs

Do you get easily bored on the treadmill? There's an easy solution, then: television. Either load television shows onto your video iPod or set your treadmill in front of a TV. It'll keep you occupied while you work out so you don't realize how much time as passed. I personally used to speed walk on the treadmill while watching reruns of Star Trek: The Next Generation. The hour-long episodes kept my mind off of how tired I was or how boring and repetitive working out can be.

Workout Buddies

Having a friend to work out with can be the best thing for your motivation. Not only is it a great time to socialize, but the fact that you've made a commitment to another person that you will work out at this time on these days will motivate you further. You can't just sleep in when you know you've got a friend waiting for you at the gym.

Furry Friends

Walking the dog can not only be an enjoyable pet-and-pet-owner bonding activity, but it's also a way in which you can motivate yourself to exercise because that dog needs to be walked daily. There's no avoiding it. This way, both you and your furry friend get a workout and both of you will feel better about it. Plus, it's much like the concept of a workout buddy in the fact that you have someone to socialize with. Sure, they may not talk back, but that doesn't mean you can't talk to them!

If you don't see anything here that works for you, get creative! Be imaginative. If you've got the will to get in shape and improve your health, you'll certainly find the way that's right for you.