If you’re anything like me, it’s been challenging to be stuck inside for so long! I’m used to interacting with people, and I miss my favorite exercise class (I love taking group classes!) Although we cannot alter the current situation, we can alter how we react to it. Even though I do enjoy a good movie day, being stranded at home doesn’t mean we have to spend the entire day on the couch; we can still move to feel our best.
You can find some of our favorite home workouts (including programs and gym equipment options) below, along with some advice for gym/fitness center-based workouts (if any are open and convenient for you).
Fitness Blender – Fitness Blender offers all kinds of workouts (think: HIIT, strength training, pilates, toning, etc.) at every fitness level, and they’ve got a large library of free workouts to choose from. You also have the option to sign up for a 2 ($7.99), 4 ($14.99), or 8 ($19.99) week program.
Power Program – our friend, Julie (of PaleOMG), created this 12-week program for those who want to work out hard + well either at a gym or at home. There are 60 different workouts for beginner and advanced fitness levels, and the workout types and lengths vary each day! This program is $69.99, and you can complete it as many times as you’d like!
BBG – Kayla Itsines created this at-home workout program in both eBook and app form, so you can choose which works best for you. The BBG program starts with beginner weeks to help you become familiar with the moves you’ll be doing and then moves on to more advanced work as your fitness increases!
barre3 – I took a barre3 class (at the studio) in Denver one time and fell in love! These classes are all about targeting small muscles and will really make you sweat! barre3 is offering a free 15-day trial so there’s nothing to lose!
Nourish Move Love – Lindsey, the face behind Nourish Move Love, has tons of free workouts to choose from and has some really great pre and postnatal options for all of you mamas and mamas-to-be!
Glo – with over 4,000 yoga classes (of all levels) available on-demand, this is a perfect option for any yoga level! Plus, Glo is offering a free 15-day trial right now!
YogiApproved – YogiApproved is offering a free trial also, and has tons of classes to choose from. They add new classes each week to keep things fresh!
Yoga with Adriene – Adriene is the sweetest gal from Austin, TX, and offers free class options and a paid monthly subscription. I personally love these classes!
Medicine Ball – medicine balls (option 1 + option 2) are so versatile and can really help develop your body strength. Check out this visual for some really great medicine ball moves! The general medicine ball weight recommendation (though this will vary based on your level of fitness, age, body size, etc.) is 6lbs. If you’re a beginner, you may start with 4lbs, and if you’re advanced 8lbs may be a good weight for you!
Kettlebell – kettlebells (we like this one) are great for strength training, specifically weighted explosive moves, because their shape makes them easier to swing around than dumbbells. Here’s a great resource for strength-building kettlebell exercises. The general weight recommendation for beginners is 10-15lbs.
Jump Rope – jump ropes are an incredible way to get your heart pumping fast! They are a super accessible way to get a cardio session in without leaving the house! We like this one + this one.
Yoga Mat – yoga mats aren’t just for yoga! Since you’ll be working up a sweat, any exercises you do laying down (think: crunches, pushups, glute bridges, etc.) are bound to get the floor that you’re working out on pretty sweaty. Yoga mats also provide cushion for your back + knees! Here’s a standard yoga mat, and here’s the one I have and LOVE.
Pedometer – pedometers are a great way to keep track of your steps (if you’re into walking or running) and heart rate during exercise! Here’s a basic option, and here’s an option with a few more capabilities (like sleep + exercise tracking and 24/7 heart rate monitoring).
Resistance Bands – If you don’t want to purchase weights, resistance bands are a great alternative! We love these cloth ones because don’t slip while working out.
