Exercising at Home
Many people who lead busy lifestyles are often unable to make it to the gym. If you’re in this boat, don’t worry: you can still get your workout in by exercising at home! Try one of these great at-home exercise routines to help maintain or lose weight, or even just to build muscle and increase flexibility throughout your body. You’ll be on your way to achieving your fitness goals in no time!
Exercise Videos
Since there is no need for a gym membership, a home workout routine can be done anywhere. But in order to get an efficient and effective work-out, it’s important to have your equipment handy. Keep in mind that you don’t need all of these items for every workout.
Here are some of the best items for doing exercise at home:
* Yoga Mat * Exercise Ball
* Resistance Bands
* Hand Weights
* Body Weight Plates
Workout Clothes
-Invest in a comfortable, supportive sports bra.
-Invest in a good pair of running shoes. -Invest in a full zip compression suit or tights for winter. -Invest in some moisture-wicking workout clothes that will keep you cool during your workouts and dry throughout the day. -Invest in some workout gloves for colder weather or for when you are doing more strenuous workouts like lifting weights or using heavy kettlebells. -Invest in some high-quality compression socks if you have problems with your feet getting sore after running or working out on hard surfaces. -Pair those up with a great pair of socks to make sure your feet are always happy and healthy!
Workout Accessories
1. If you have a pull-up bar, use it! This can be used for pushups and inverted rows, too. Start off with easier variations of these exercises to avoid straining your muscles too quickly, or if you’re a beginner just find out what works for you. Pushups on the ground are a great way to build strength in your chest and arms without any equipment other than some floor space. 2. Invest in a yoga mat. Yoga mats are not expensive and they make practicing yoga much more comfortable (especially on hardwood floors). 3. For those who don’t have space for an exercise bike, buy one online! They sell them by different price ranges, but even a cheaper option is better than nothing. Plus, you’ll save money over time because instead of paying $10 per session at the gym, this is all yours. They also come with different levels of resistance so they suit beginners as well as advanced athletes looking to increase their speed and endurance. 4.
Workout Shoes
1. Opt for a shoe with removable insoles. This way, you can always switch out your old insole with a new one after it’s worn down. 2. Choose a shoe that’s built with stability features such as extra cushioning or a higher arch. 3. Consider how you’ll be using the shoe before buying it. If you plan on doing high-impact activities like running or walking outside, then choose a sneaker with more support and padding than an everyday trainer.
Your Goal
We all know that it’s important to exercise every day, but sometimes it can be difficult to find time. To make things easier, here are some of the best ways you can exercise at home.
1) Take a Dance Class. Dancing is one of the most fun and enjoyable forms of exercise, but it’s also incredibly good for you! Not only does dancing help improve your physical fitness, but it also helps improve your mental health by improving self-esteem and reducing anxiety. 2) Try Yoga! Yoga is great because you can do it anywhere – all you need is a mat and an open space like a bedroom floor. Plus, there are so many different poses that give you different benefits such as lower back pain relief or stress relief. 3) Listen to Podcasts on Your Phone. Listening to podcasts while working out is a really great way to stay entertained during your workout! A few of my favorites are Radiolab, Stuff You Should Know, and Criminal. 4) Play with Your Dog (or Cat)! All you have to do is play fetch with them in your backyard or throw around their favorite toy in the house until they get tired enough for a nap. Dogs provide unconditional love and affection which makes them one of the most loyal friends you’ll ever have. 5) Take up Gardening. Gardening doesn’t just produce food; it promotes healthy living too!
At Home Workouts
When it comes to finding time for a workout, most people don’t have much. That’s why it’s so important that your workouts are efficient and effective. With these six tips, you’ll be able to create workouts that will help you get stronger, faster and fitter from the comfort of your own home.
1. Full Body Strength Training Sessions One of the best ways to get a strength training session in is by completing one focused on building muscle mass. These should be completed four times per week with an upper/lower split routine (you can alternate muscle groups each day). On days you want to focus on cardio, take a break from weights and do cardio or just mix in some cardio during your weight training sessions. 2.
Exercising at Home: The Best Ways to Get Moving When You Can’t Make It to the Gym