? Keeping fit needn?t be a chore. In fact, we?ve been discovering that exercise (which is often a dreaded word for many) can actually be fun!

One of the easiest forms of exercise is of course, walking and with just a little imagination, you can turn into something more enjoyable, particularly if you combine it with the picturesque surroundings of southern Spain.

So why not have a go at one of our walking games? This is a great idea, particularly if you?re entertaining friend, neighbours or the grandchildren.

• Organise a ?walking race? at your local football pitch or racing track.
• Hold a walking ?hunt?. This involves identifying specific objects during the walk (much like the game ?I Spy??); this could be anything from an oddly shaped tree to a signpost.
• Spend a day walking in a nature park, there are many in the Andaluc?a region and are home to some of the country?s most spectacular flora and fauna

Don?t forget, walking, wherever you decide to do it, is a great way to not only stay in shape, but to energise the body and mind. All you need is a pair of good walking shoes and the motivation to get up and go. And the best thing walking is it doesn?t cost you a penny (or cent!).

Click here to read our recommended walks