Hitting up the gym is becoming the norm
nowadays. Thanks to the effect of social media and other informative videos
floating around talking about the importance of staying in shape, more and more
people are now becoming aware that working out is not only about looking good
but also about being healthy. And so the gym has become the nirvana for people
who want to begin their own fitness journey.
But not everyone can work out at a gym.
Some people prefer the privacy and comforts of their home over the stressful
and often body conscious inducing environment that is the gym. If you are still
a beginner in the fitness world and still hesitant to go to the gym, then here
are some basic home gym equipment that can help you tone up.
Yoga
mats
The holy grail of home gym, yoga mats can help you do those
basic exercises without sacrificing your workout clothes. It can also introduce
you to the wonderful world of yoga. Yoga mats can help in providing secured
footing matters in case you are doing those moves for the very first time.
Fitness
videos
Youtube is a friend to anyone who’s still
starting their fitness journey. Thousands of fitness tutorials out there are
available for free. Who needs a trainer when you have gorgeous and well built
online trainers who can show you proper positions and basic training. Those who
are not into those boring and strenuous exercises might find those aerobic
dance work out fun and easy to copy.
Exercise
bikes
Stationary bikes are a great way to help
your body get used to the workout routine. It’s a great workout for your
cardiovascular system and can definitely keep your heart thumping every time
you use it. It’s also a great workout to tone those legs. The best part of a
stationary bike is that you can use it anytime, whether there’s a storm outside
or even after you just got home from work or school. If you’re already a pro at
stationary bikes, try joining those insanity classes.
Fitness
apps
Not necessarily a traditional equipment but
it’s definitely beginners must have. Fitness apps are here to make sure that
you are hitting those fitness goals without any miss. There are fitness apps
that can track the steps that you have made, the amount of water you consume,
the number of push-ups and curls ups that you have achieved. These apps can get
you motivated to do things done. The best thing is that it’s as portable as it
can get.
Weighted
jumping ropes
Get your heart thumping and your body
sweating with a quick jumping ropes session. A set of weighted jumping ropes
can make the session difficult but much more fun. Jumping ropes are your best
friend in case you want a gym equipment that you can bring anywhere. Adding
weights means that it can prepare you to do more strenuous workout such as
lifting and boxing.
Resistance
bands
Affordable and accessible, resistance bands
are everyone’s favorite. It can help workout beginners to get used to strength
exercises and even cardio. These babies are also portable and easy to store,
perfect for those who have minimum space and those who co-live with other
people.
Jog, jog, jog
If you only want to invest in a few equipment, then no worries. You can still do your workout outside. The best workout that you can do at the park or on the road is running. Running can elevate your posture, release endorphins, and get that high that you always get at the gym. Grab your earphones and your beloved running shoes and start now!
If you only want to invest in a few equipment, then no worries. You can still do your workout outside. The best workout that you can do at the park or on the road is running. Running can elevate your posture, release endorphins, and get that high that you always get at the gym. Grab your earphones and your beloved running shoes and start now!