Can't get to the gym? Still make progress with these at home workout tips
What you can accomplish at home may surprise you
How many times have you heard about the benefits of going to gym? I’m sure more than you can count. By now we all know that getting a workout in is good for us, but life happens and you often just don’t have the time. So if the gym isn’t an option for you and you’re forced to workout at home, here are a few tips that’ll ensure you still see results.
1. Do your workout in the morning. This is a pretty big statement coming from me because I’m not a morning person at all. I’d rather stay up late and wake up late. Once I started doing my workouts in the morning, though, I noticed my consistency easily doubled. The reason for this is because I was getting it in before responsibilities and unexpected challenges hit me. In order to make this happen you’re going to have to get to bed on time. Your goal is to get yourself up and going before your family wakes up. This way your time will be fully uninterrupted. If this means that you have to go into beast mode and get up at 5 am or even 4:30 am, then do it; it’s 100% worth it.
2. So now that you’re up, what workout do you do? Well, do whatever you want. Honestly, the point is really just to move your body. If you enjoy cardio, then go for a run. And if you have the space in your house, get an indoor bike. They give you a good pump without putting a lot of strain on your joints.
3. HIIT workouts are your best friend. If you have limited space, then find a free HIIT workout video on YouTube. If you don’t mind a subscription fee, then you could also join Apple Fitness or BeachBody on Demand. Both have great HIIT workouts, as well as lot of other stuff you might want to try.
4. If you want to lift, then get a bench and a few dumbbells. For years, I didn’t have enough room for a bench, so I used a stability ball and it worked just fine. I was able to do sitting, incline, and decline push/pull routines.
5. Want to make sure you stay focused? Then invest in a good pair of wireless earbuds to use during your workout. I’ve had the Powerbeats Pro earbuds for a while and they’ve worked great. If you’re doing an early morning workout, they definitely keep you from waking others in your household up.
6. Don’t want to do the same old cardio, strength, or HIIT workout? Try shadowboxing or kickboxing. BeachBody on Demand and FitOn both have decent kickboxing workouts. They’re fun, require no equipment, and really work you. If you want pure boxing, then consider 10 Rounds on BeachBody on Demand or Rumble TV. They’re both excellent. Title Boxing also has an app that’s pretty decent.
7. Let’s not forget stretching and yoga. These were often completely off of my radar, but as I’ve gotten older I see the benefits of moving my body in different ways. Yoga, especially, can do a lot for your mobility.
And if you just can’t get it in in the morning, then that’s ok. Afternoons and evenings are good, too. Just do something. It’s ok if your kids are around. If you want to include them in your workout, then cool. If not, don’t feel bad. You’re allowed to do something good for yourself. Them simply seeing you engage in a positive activity like that can have lasting effects.
Believe it or not, you don’t need a lot of crazy equipment to get in a good workout. Your home can be just as motivating and powerful.
Ok, let’s get moving.
