Some of Sydney’s most popular attractions are it’s beaches, and its no surprise that tehy’re a favourite destination for walking and jogging.

Even though Sydney is a major city with a thriving population, it is never a problem to wander down to your loca.l beach, throw the joggers on, and get in some brisk exercise.

On any given morning (although more so in summer than winter) most beaches will have a steady flow of morning exercisers, from the super-fit to the not-so-fit. There aren’t many beaches that could be regarded as “crowded” during these early hours (say before 9am), although Sunday mornings can be a little less relaxing than any other day of the week, since plenty of people come out to play. Lots are just looking for a coffee and lazy breakfast in one of the cafe’s that abound in most beach-side suburbs, although a few die-hard joggers can still be found.

Parking is rarely a problem if you get to the beach before 9, and you’ll generally only have to wander a couple of blocks down to the sand if you get there late.

The pick of Sydneys beaches for jogging would be Coogee, Manly and Dee Why, although just about any beach is ideal for an early morning walk or run.

For visitors who are looking to make the most of Sydneys attractions, a bit of exercise on the beach is a way to get a true feel for the city’s vibe, and to rub shoulders with the locals in their natural habitat.