[Mike Simonds]

I'm going to suggest that you join a step aerobics class: the moves will exercise the critical hip, thigh, hamstring and calf areas while giving your heart a good workout. Also, you develop balance and coordination at the same time. To me its the best all-around athletic conditioning exercise there is. The classes I attend at the YMCA also do toning with weights and push-ups, sit-ups, etc. thrown in for good measure.