There is nothing that can replace the feeling of working out at the gym. Leaving the house for a few hours, using all of the equipment options, and ones that you can’t replace in the home. Yet, there are many different options for workout equipment that can be safely stored away in your home.
Being dedicated to your work out means that you want to take every opportunity to get your work out in. Come rain or shine, you are ready to get on your gym kit and sweat it out for a while.
Here are some of the best options for working out at home. Many of these options don’t require any equipment.
HIIT vs. LIIT
You can hit up YouTube to find a great range of HIIT workouts. But most of them are pretty hard on the knees and not ideal if you have downstairs neighbors. There is a misconception that a low-impact HIIT isn’t as effective as a high-stress one. However, when done correctly, you can get just as good a workout.
LIIT has plenty of fat burning and a lot of stretching for the body. Giving you the workout you need, without any of the complaints from the neighbors.
You can get a great workout with as little as 20 minutes per day of LIIT.
Planking
Looking for a way to get some arm time in? Then planking is perfect. There are a number of plank variations that can work your triceps and shoulders. Plank based workouts are known for being intense and certainly get the blood pumping.
Here is a great plank-based workout for you to start with:
If you haven’t done any planks before now, you should start off slowly. Try to hold a plank for a minute, as demonstrated in the photo below.

Slowly increase your time, and build up to a full plank workout.
Yoga
Yoga doesn’t have to be a slow and steady workout. You can choose to kick it up a notch and really start sweating. There are high impact yoga options that are designed to give you a HIIT style workout, and all of the benefits too. It is a cardio-intensive exercise, but it combines plenty of stretching and lengthening too. The yoga part of the workout will keep you breathing correctly and will help you warm-up and cool down effectively.
At home machines
If you have the space to create a home gym, then here are the best options.
Yoga mat
Not just for yoga, but it will help with the yoga HIIT workout! Yoga mats are great for stretching, sit-ups, and planking too. The padding protects your joints and your floor too.
Rowing machine
A rowing machine can give you a full-body workout and is one of the best to burn a big amount of calories. While a stationary bike is a great investment, if you are looking to maximize your home workout, there are many water rower benefits to enjoy.
Ankle weights
If you are pressed for space, then ankle weights can give you some extra resistance to everyday activities. You can also check out full workouts using ankle weights. They can improve your lower-body workouts and increase your core engagement.
Here is a great workout using ankle weights:
Dumbbells
For building and defining muscles, a dumbbell set is a must. They are durable and versatile and can be incorporated into almost any work out routine that you have. Dumbbells can be used for:
- Triceps kickbacks
- Renegade rows
- Bicep curls
- Chest presses
- Deadlifts
- Squats
- Clean and Press
Mobile Applications
Using a mobile application for your workouts can help you to track your progress as well as get guided workouts that meet your fitness needs.
PEAR
This is a personal fitness coach application. Hands-free audio coaching makes it easy to get a guided workout. Like most fitness apps, you can choose the intensity and keep track of your workouts. It has a free tier, which is loaded with some good workouts.
Shred
Shred gives you a daily workout routine that will keep you fit and ripped. You can choose the style of workout from cardio, gym, and bodyweight. You can log your daily progress, and there is a community too – if you need the extra motivation. There is a 7-day trial, but after that, you will need to pay for the membership at $12.99 a month.
Nike Training Club
The Nike Training Club has a range of workouts from 15 to 45 minutes, and for the premium programs 4-6 weeks. It includes nutrition and wellness, so it gives a well-rounded lifestyle improvement.
Online Coaches
Not everyone can get motivated from a mobile phone app or by themselves. Online fitness coaches have had a considerable increase in the last few months. You can take some time to find the fitness coach that offers the services you need, including personal fitness sessions. This gives you the opportunity to have the motivation you need but in the comfort of your own home.
Prepare
If you want to work out every day, it can be beneficial to set up a space where you can do that. Instead of packing away your fitness gear, create a space that you can easily use. It is also a good idea to do some meal planning to support your fitness goals.
Reach out to your gym buddies or friend and family that are also taking the opportunity to do home fitness and plan to have some Zoom fitness sessions together. This can give you the accountability and motivation you need to complete your workouts each day.
Working out from home does present its own challenges for those who like to workout in the gym. However, with some adjustments, you can create a routine that works for you.
