Yup, your sked is busy. By the time everything that needs to be finished for the day is done, the last thing you want to do is work out. So you skimp on the gym once again. To be honest, it’s already been twice this week. Before you know it, a whole month has gone by and you’ve thrown away hundreds of dollars every month.
Getting in your workouts isn’t just about getting big guns or a snatched waist. It’s good for your mental health, too. Those endorphins released can lead you to your “whoosah” moment. Since you gotta get it in, why not move your workouts to your home? You’ll save time and money. Here’s three tips you should follow to make that at-home experience one that you’ll stick to.
Start Slowly
The key to at-home fitness success is gradually adding more activity to your workout over time. You’re trying to do 100 push-ups, 45 minutes of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and 100 jumping jacks on day one? You’ll burn out by day two. Start slowly: 10 minutes of cardio and 10 sit-ups. Once you become accustomed to incorporating your workout into your schedule, not to mention getting physically accustomed to such physical activity, you can increase your output.
Slowly Build Your Home Gym
Folks go crazy and spend thousands on the latest home gym contraptions just for them to sit up and collect dust. DON’T BE THAT PERSON. Purchasing fancy gym equipment will not guarantee use. Instead, opt to start with a limited number of items: a couple sets of weights and a yoga mat are great to start. You can also use your body weight and old-school cardio methods to develop your workout habit. Over time, once you’ve decided that this is a lifestyle change and not just a fad, you can purchase more advanced items that can assist you in your goals.
Commit the Time
You’ve got everything you need to work out at home, except the minutes. When working out at home, there can be all types of distractions: Your spouse and kids, work emergencies and doom scrolling on social media. You have to schedule your workout just like you do everything else. Taking 20 to 30 minutes of uninterrupted “me time” is tough but necessary. Remember, you’ve already shaved off the time it took to get to and from the gym. Reinvest that into your home workout.
If you’re serious about getting a quality workout in your home, these tips will set you on the right track. Whatever you decide, just remember that health is everything, so always put yourself first.
