Making your way to the gym can seem like a daunting task, especially during cold winter months or when your schedule is jam-packed with responsibilities. Sometimes it might seem that there aren't enough hours in the day and squeezing time to commute to the gym might be hard to do. That's why it's always a good idea to keep your home stacked with simple to use equipment to help you bang out a workout right from the comfort of your own living room.
Sneak some time away for yourself after the kids go to sleep or before they wake up in the morning, and in less than 30 minutes you'll be feeling better, healthier, energized and ready to take on whatever lies ahead. You don't need an expensive treadmill or any over-the-top gym equipment that takes up a whole lot of space in your house–all you need are some basic products and the right moves to help you snap right back into a fitness routine.
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Gym memberships can be expensive, which might also hold some people back from signing up for one. To work out at home you also don't need to spend thousands of dollars on fancy machines or tons of money on workout tapes like back in the day. All you need is to look up a workout routine you enjoy on websites like YouTube, and use simple and affordable equipment you can purchase at many retailers and have them shipped right to your front door.
An activity like jumping rope, mountain climbers or jumping jacks can get your blood flowing instead of running on a treadmill but there are some additional tools you can use to maximize your at-home-workout and start building some muscle. We've found some products you need like kettlebells and resistance bands that will take your fitness levels to new heights and won't break the bank. Scroll through and shop for some new equipment and gear you need right now to get you started!
It's a great idea to have products that serve multiple functions.
This Dual Grip Medicine Ball Fitness Weighted Training ($42, Walmart) can help stregthen your whole body. You can incorporate this into your yoga or pilates routines, or make it part of your cardio session. The handles provide stability and can be used when performing ab or waist workouts to strengthen the core. Use this ball for weighted sit-ups, lunges, and squats. It's available in different weights, from 8 pounds to 20 pounds, depending on your fitness level.
The traditional step deck also has multiple functions.
Instead of using the chairs or furniture in your home, you can use this C9 Champion® Step Deck ($29, Target) to do tricep dips, push ups, step ups, aerobics and sit-ups.
This barbell is ideal if you have a little extra storage space at home.
This Yaheetech 55lb Olympic Barbell Dumbbell Weight Set Gym Lifting Exercise Workout Olympic Bar Curl Bar ($52, Amazon) will help you tone up from top to bottom. You can use it to tone your arms, legs and your backside, by practicing different movements like deadlifts, squats and bicep curls. The adjustable plates will allow you to go up in weight, the stronger you get, which will remind you of the progress you're making right at home.
These kettlebells are about to become your new best friends.
The Tone Fitness Kettlebell Set ($28, Walmart) includes 5 lb., 10 lb. and 15 lb. kettlebells. You can use these to perform everything from deadlifts and sumo squats to kettlebell swings and pushups to strengthen and tone your entire body.
Tone your legs faster with the help of ankle weights.
Gaiam Ankle Weights Strength Training Weight Sets ($16, Amazon) will add an extra level of intensity to even your simples movements. You can strap these on while walking up and down the stairs or when doing donkey kick backs to add a little more pump to your backside.
Snap your lower body into tip top shape with these resistance bands.
These C9 Champion® Exercise Round Resistance Band ($12, Target) come in three separate levels of resistance including light, medium and heavy. Wrap these around your thighs or your ankles when performing leg lifts or squats an costumize the level of intensity for each move and improve your lower body strength.
Don't forget to stretch on a gorgeous printed yoga mat.
Whether or not you're a yogi, these Gaiam Printed Yoga Mats ($17, Walmart) are ideal for workouts. While at least you control the cleanliness of your home's floors, it's always good to have something to lay on when performing ab work outs or something to rest on when you're doing pushups on your knees.
Having a nice set of dumbells in your house is always recommended.
Keep your arms toned and chiseled with the help of these BalanceFrom Dumbbell Set ($30, Walmart) that also comes with its own stand. You don't need a lot of weight to tone your arms, just do a tons of sets and target different muscles and soon you'll be showing off those lean muscles.
Get those abs bikini ready with the help of an ab wheeler.
This 3-In-1 AB Wheel Roller Kit ($19, Amazon) will help you strengthen your core and get rid of the extra fat we tend to gather around our bellies, but it will also help work out your arms and legs for a full body workout.
This balance ball trainer will become a part of your daily routine.
Life is all about balance, and it all starts with your core. Work on your abs, arms, balance and stability using the Lv. life Multi-functional Balance Training Half Ball ($48, Walmart).
This stability ball will also come in handy.
There's a reason why this could be found in every gym. This Everlast FIT™ Stability Ball ($13, Target) will help with your stability, your posture, all while helping you get closer to your fitness goals.
The possibilities are endless with this medicine ball.
The Bionic Body Medicine Balls ($46, Target) ranges from six to 20 pounds and it will truly test your strength and flexibility. Use it for anything including lunges, squats and for cushioning during core excersices.
Jump ropes will get your heart pumping.
Get this Fitness Gear Jump Rope ($10, Dick's Sporting Goods) to get your sweat on before working on your strength.
A simple bench is always necessary.
The CAP Strength Flat Weight Bench ($30, Walmart) will come in handy when doing arm workouts with your dumbbells and working out your chest. You can also do step ups for added cardio.
If you have the space, a punching bag will help you reduce some stress.
There's a reason why supermodels have turned to boxing when it's time for them to break a sweat. Not only does it help you blow off some steam, but it's a good way to get your cardio on and work on your waist. Try this Everlast 100 lb. Nevatear Heavy Bag Kit ($80, Walmart).
Don't forget to release some tension in your muscles with a foam roller.
The Teeter Massage Foam Roller ($30, Amazon) has a textured rolling surface delivers a deep tissue massage to relieve sore muscles and stimulates blood flow.
There's a reason why so many people have pull-up bars in their homes.
They work! Try this Pure Fitness Multi-Purpose Doorway Pull-Up Bar ($16, Target) to help build your back muscles and do knee raises to help strengthen your core.
This exercise bag has different handles for you to try different workouts.
This Everlast FIT PowerCore Weighted Exercise Bag ($73, Target) will make any workout more challenging and help you build even more muscle.
Try a weighted vest for an extra level of difficulty.
This Weider Weighted Vest ($37, Sears) can be used when doing burpees, pushups, mountain climbers or while running for an extra push.
Keep extra plates around the house for floor workouts.
This simple Weider 10 lb. Olympic Weight ($13, Sears) can be used on its own or stacked to do squats, during sit ups or to do over the head presses to work on your shoulders and arms.
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