3 Tips for Exceptional Home Workouts
by karen on May 3, 2020
Any room is your new home gym.
Even if you don’t own weights or a treadmill, you can get an effective workout at home! No matter the activity level you prefer, there is an at-home workout for you.
- Head to YouTube and search your favorite workout to find free, instructor-lead classes, like this kick-boxing series. Other bountiful search queries include yoga, pilates, barre, ZUMBA, and HIIT.
- No weights? No problem. Bodyweight workouts can be highly effective, and there are endless exercises you can do with absolutely no equipment. Light weights can also be made with a variety of household objects: use cans or wine bottles for 1- to 2-pound weights (remember, 16 oz equals 1 pound), and jugs of milk or laundry detergent for 8- to 10-pound weights.
- Lastly, if traditional workouts aren’t for you, don’t despair. Take a long walk in the warm weather (staying smart regarding social distancing guidelines), go for a bike ride, or do a bit of yard work. Yard work like mowing the lawn or planting flowers can burn as many calories as a brisk walk, so tackle a workout and enjoy the beautiful spring weather all in one.
Getting active not only burns calories, it also releases endorphins, hormones in the brain that promote a sense of well-being. While it may sound like a chore to get moving, just remember the physical and mental benefits you’ll reap when you do. |
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