As the quarantine drags on, loafing around at home has become nothing less than a full-time job. If being cooped up has you antsy, or if you’ve found yourself a few pounds heavier, take some time to get yourself in shape. Keep reading to learn more about the different ways you can work out at home.
Cardio
One of the easiest and most accessible ways to get some exercise is through cardio. Running and walking are activities that even beginners should be familiar with, and cardio is one of the most effective ways to burn calories. Jog around the block or take a walk through your local park, but as the winter months approach, a treadmill is a great solution to avoid the cold and run a marathon without leaving your living room.
Bodyweight Exercises
Another great piece of workout equipment is your own body and some old-fashioned gravity. This method is convenient and offers a good starting point before you build up to more intense exercises. Exercises like squats and lunges get the glutes burning and work well if you’re looking to build a bit of muscle but lack any weightlifting equipment.
Weightlifting
If you do have weights, a different way you can work out at home is with a focus on strength training. Weights supplement bodyweight exercises well, allowing you to push yourself just a bit farther and further increase the muscle gain potential of those exercises. Otherwise, you can focus exclusively on weightlifting with exercises like curls or rows. If you’re with your family during a quarantine, perhaps they can spot you while you bench press for a moment of wholesome, familial bonding and an effective full-body workout.
Flexibility
Yoga is a great choice for at-home workouts, especially if you have limited space. It can reduce muscle tension and work out that kink you’ve had in your lower back for days now, as well as provide a meditative experience, relieving much of the stress and anxiety you may be feeling. Yoga routines are easy to find on the internet if you desire some guidance in developing your workout routine.
