The important thing in life is not victory but combat; it is not to have vanquished but to have fought well. Pierre de Coubertin
Working out at home has never been easier. Whether you want to get fit, lose weight, tone up or gain strength, when it comes to a workout routine at home, the options are endless.
From working with a private fitness coach to downloading a home workout program app, the convenience and privacy of the home workout have never been more popular.
If heading to the gym is no longer your favourite option for getting fit, keep reading because this article is for you.
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How to do a Workout Routine at Home
Regardless of whether you are an exercise newbie or are already quite fit or are getting back into exercising after giving birth, the good news is that you can take up a workout routine at home.
More and more people are cancelling their gym memberships in favour of saving on budget and travel costs but do not want to lose momentum when it comes to their workouts.
It may surprise you just how much is on offer when it comes to the variety of home exercises available to you. Here are some you could try:
- Yoga
- Pilates
- Aerobics
- Tai Chi
- Stretching
- Lift weights
- Zumba
Not unlike a class or session at the gym, a workout routine at home should always include a warm-up, hydration and a good stretching routine too. If you are not experienced with regards to gyming, it is advisable to find a private fitness trainer who will come to your house or go through your home workout program online, with you.
It will not take long to realise that you can exercise effectively at home and benefit from choosing what you like to do and not do. Apart from the privacy factor, another benefit is that you get to go at your own pace.
The key to your success is maintaining a regular exercise program.
Equipment for Working out at Home
Another benefit of your home exercises routine is that you do not much equipment.
Most online classes and home workout sessions are designed with very little equipment in mind. However, you may want to invest in a few things like comfortable shoes and a yoga mat in addition here are 10 things that could take your workout routine at home to another level.
- A skipping rope
- A rowing machine
- Weights
- An indoor bike
- An elliptical trainer
- A step machine
- A yoga mat
- A punch bag
- A workout bench
- Resistance bands
A good idea, especially if one of your reasons for wanting a home workout program is to save on gym fees, is to not over-invest in equipment until you are sure what you need. Fortunately, there is so much available on the market and you can find fitness for all budgets.
Also set goals and bear in mind that you will want to subscribe to an overall healthy lifestyle.
Equipment can help you burn calories, increase endurance, build muscle and improve your cardio performance.
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Exercising Without Equipment
As a beginner, you may feel challenged about working out at home. The key is to keep making a regular effort, but also to make sure that your form is correct which is one of the best reasons for investing in a private fitness coach.
Exercising without equipment is a great way to get started without an onerous financial investment. A great home workout program should include a few simple but powerful exercises that work on different muscle groups: Consider these:
- Planks to work your back and abdominals.
- Squats for quads, glutes and your abdominal wall.
- Lunges for thighs and glutes.
- Press ups to work the upper body, biceps and pectoral muscles.
- Burpees for overall cardiovascular fitness.
- Sit-ups and crunches for abdominals.
A combination of these home exercises is an excellent choice for you to improve endurance and tone your whole body. Remember that you can mix and match these to change up your workout routine at home on different days.
When it comes to making sure that you are getting enough cardio when you are working out at home, you can include jogging on the spot, jumping jacks and using the stairs for interval training. All of these require no equipment and also mean that you don’t have to leave the house to cover any distances.
If you are a beginner and working out at home is starting to sound like a good choice don’t miss our article on getting into exercise.
The Best Time to Do a Workout Routine at Home
To make the most out of any exercise program including working out at home, you need to do it regularly. For the best results, you will need commitment and motivation. This can be tough when you are not accountable to anyone, which is why even home exercises are best done under the supervision of a private fitness trainer.
Either way, start by finding a time and day that is set aside for your workout routine at home.
To do this, consider the number of sessions you want to do each week and when doing so, be realistic about it. It is better to aim for three sessions rather than aim for four or five and miss two.
Set aside a realistic time rather than waiting to get in the mood or a gap in your schedule. This simple intention can save you from feeling demoralised when you don’t make it.
Ideally, home workouts mean that you should be able to train whenever you want to, but remember that the mornings are usually when your body is most suited to exercise. Exercising in the morning can set the tone and also increase your metabolism before you have even eaten anything.
Home Exercises That are Effective
When it comes to working out, rather than being tempted to only do what you like, it is recommended that you do a variety of workouts.
Changing up your workouts will not only keep them fresh and interesting but more importantly, you will be working out all of your body parts. Here are three more tips for making the most of your home workouts.
- Avoid overdoing it as you will crash and burn and give up. Go for sustainability.
- Begin on a Monday as energy is likely to wane as the week goes on.
- Finally, choose the perfect time of day for your workouts so that you are not tempted by excuses.
Recommended Apps for Working Out at Home
If you’re training on your own, check out the following apps for support:
- Freeletics
- Fizzup
- Nike Training Club
- 7 Minute Workout
- TrainSweatEat
Finally, but very importantly, be patient with yourself and listen to your body.
Hopefully, you are feeling more enlightened and motivated about exercising at home, once you get into a routine, it will be easier and more enjoyable than you think. Still, do not discount the benefit of having a private personal trainer like those on Superprof to assist and inspire you.
Not only are they more affordable than you think, but there are many options in terms of budget. You could also pair up with a buddy or join a group to keep your costs down.
The benefit of using a Superprof coach is that in many cases, the first session is for free, this is a great time to discuss your unique goals and find out how the trainer prefers to work too.
The Superprof platform hosts personal fitness coaches in just about every corner of South Africa. You could use the website’s location function to see if there is one near you or even opt to train with the help of anyone from multiple locations worldwide. The choice and the flexibility are all yours.
So whether you are getting back into exercise after a long break, injury or pregnancy or want to simplify your life by exercising at home, there are qualified trainers to suit every requirement and budget.
Getting into shape at home is possible, all you need is motivation, time and regularity and you will be well on the road to health and fitness.
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