If you believe you need a gym membership to get in shape and lose weight, you’re most likely creating excuses.
These methods can help you stay fit at home without having to go to the gym!
So many ladies tell me they need to join a gym in order to lose weight and get in shape. I simply roll my eyes and go about my business. People, you know, don’t actually listen when you offer them, well-intended counsel.
The gym isn’t a horrible place to be, but is it actually necessary for getting in shape or losing weight?
I’ve had a gym membership for many years, but I also like working out at home.
THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING OUT AT HOME
The most significant advantage, in my view, is that working out at home saves me time. I don’t have to rush to the gym before or after work, so I’m more inclined to exercise.
You can fit in 5-minute exercises anytime you need to take a break from what you’re doing.
Work out anytime you want (there is no need to adhere to opening/closing hours). I don’t have to wash my hair, put on make-up, or even brush my teeth (disgusting or brilliant? …yeah, nasty)
If you’re just starting out, you may experiment in the privacy of your own home.
It saves you money.
7 HUGE SECRETS TO GETTING FIT WITHOUT GOING TO THE GYM
Here are 7 fantastic suggestions, or should I say secrets, to get you started with working out at home even if you don’t have a club membership. These will assist you in losing weight, beginning to take better care of yourself, and motivating you to make some beneficial adjustments in your daily life.
SECRET #1: YOU DON’T REQUIRE MUCH.
Many individuals will tell you that you need a large amount of equipment. Basically, you don’t need to modify anything, but you will need to convert one of your rooms into a home gym. I don’t have any additional space, and I don’t want to spend too much money on equipment. I know that’s difficult to believe, but I’ll say it anyway: I’m not Beyoncé, okay?
But here’s what I really use and suggest for getting started with home exercise:
An excellent, thick workout mat. When I did Pilates or other mat exercises, I had an exercise mat that wasn’t thick enough, and it would seriously pain my knees, elbows, and back. Seriously, I’d have bruised the following day. Investing in a thicker workout mat had a significant effect.
The proper footwear. I used to work out at home without shoes (again, smart), but I would injure my ankles and be unable to work out for weeks. Don’t do it! Purchase shoes that will make walking and exercising easier and more enjoyable.
Weights that are unattached. This is something I never imagined I’d need, and it’s entirely optional if you’re just starting off. First, get into a rhythm and work on your endurance and strength. When you feel comfortable, it’s time to take it up and buy some hand weights to build greater strength. I don’t use hefty weights; mine is 3 pounds and I have others that are 8 pounds, and I feel that this is plenty for me.
That’s all you need — three items.
Of course, you can acquire some attractive-looking workout gear, resistance bands, and so on — but these are the three essentials I would suggest if you want to start working out at home.
SECRET NUMBER TWO: MAKE A WORKOUT PLAN.
You need to know what you’re doing now that you have all of the “equipment.” There are several at-home exercises available online, but there is a catch. Because there are so many of them, you may get overwhelmed and be unable to choose one when you are ready to exercise.
To prevent this, choose 5–6 sessions and make a training schedule for yourself ahead of time. See how I do it every week here.
What matters here is that you develop a fitness routine that works for you. You’ll have to experiment at first, but you’ll quickly discover what kind of exercises you like. Simply said, don’t be frightened to try new things.
I perform a combination of internet workouts and programs I devised after years of trying various activities.
Here are a few websites where you may discover workouts:
a. YouTube
YouTube features a plethora of free fitness videos that might assist you in becoming in shape. Some of my favorite channels are as follows:
POPSUGAR Health & Fitness
Blender for Fitness
SweatyBetty
Fitness Through Barre
YOGA TO
jessicasmithtv
Exercise DVDs
Another alternative is to get a few fitness DVDs and exercise with them. If you don’t have the finest internet connection and streaming videos doesn’t work, this is an excellent solution. The problem is that after a few rounds, it becomes somewhat repetitive.
SECRET #3: DO IT FIRST THING IN THE MORNING
It’s vital to remember that if you’re going to work out at home, you’ll probably need more drive and determination to get through it. As horrible as it may seem, the truth is that we appreciate things more when we pay for them. Most likely because we’re mad, but who knows?
It’s similar to this. If you don’t go to the gym, you feel guilty not just because you didn’t work out, but also because you’re paying for that membership. So, the next time you go to the gym, make it a point to go. This month, at least once more. With at-home exercises, you just feel horrible because you haven’t worked out, so it’s simpler to say, “Well, I’ll do it tomorrow, I’m very busy today.”
The solution to this whole saga is to work out in the morning. And every morning.
Make an effort to get up early and develop a basic morning ritual that you like. Include some physical activity.
You do 30 minutes in the morning, and you feel AMAZING and successful for the rest of the day. This will also encourage you to eat better and exercise more throughout the day. That gets me to my next point.
TIP 4: WALK AND MOVE EVERY OPPORTUNITY THAT COMES YOUR WAY.
Now, 30 minutes of exercise every day is a good start, but it won’t help if you don’t move about throughout the day. And if you work at a desk, you’re definitely familiar with what I’m talking about.
For example, I can sit on my buttocks for hours and work at my desk (or on the sofa, or, in severe situations, in my bed!) When I’m working, I lose track of time (or watching YouTube videos). Unfortunately, I’m increasing my chance of a million and one illnesses, as well as belly fat, by doing so. And I’m aware of it.
To prevent this, set an alarm on your phone or get a fitness tracker to notify you when it’s time to move, and then get up and exercise. To be healthy and fit, you should exercise for 5 minutes every hour.
TIP 5: WRITE IT DOWN ON PAPER
Start a health and fitness diary to hold yourself accountable. I normally use a basic Google spreadsheet to record the date, the exercise, how I performed, and how I felt. When you have the data and can see it after a week or so, it will drive you to keep going. Nothing makes us happier than development.
TIP SIX: IT’S ALL ABOUT THE MINDSET
Now, just because you decide to work out at home one time doesn’t guarantee you’ll want to do it every single day. If you let yourself go and let everything going on in your life overwhelm you, no morning workout, diary, or anything else will ever motivate you to get up and exercise. Even if you are not required to go to the gym.
Not if you’re not in the appropriate frame of mind. This is crucial! Whatever you want to alter in your life, you must work on it on a continuous basis. And have fun with this task, this adventure.
Nobody is going to ask you to go to the gym at 6 a.m.
But you must take the mentality that you will do it, regardless of how you feel right now. At least for the time being. Then you’ll understand it’s worthwhile since it makes you feel better than not doing it. It’s not about looking good; it’s about feeling alive and fully present.
TIP 7: IT MAY BE BORING BUT EAT HEALTHY!
Last but not least, there’s food. You need nourishment to be able to achieve anything in life. Really. You are correct. It is the energy source that keeps your body running. It aids in the building and rebuilding of your cells, as well as the regeneration of your body. People often claim that you can’t out-train a lousy diet, and they’re correct.
You may work out for hours, but the one thing you must concentrate on right away is eating healthy. This will help you to appreciate your exercises even more.
The most crucial aspect of losing weight and getting in shape without a gym membership is that you take action and just begin. So, get out of bed tomorrow, put on your sneakers and gym clothing, and complete a 30-minute workout. Then, one step at a time, repeat this section every day until the conclusion of the week.
I hope this advice helps you live a healthier and more joyful existence! If you liked it, please subscribe through email, and if you know someone who would benefit from these recommendations, please share it with them!