Staying Fit at Home Made Easy: Try These 5 Workouts
In the fitness world, certain trends like the obsession with achieving a “bikini body,” having six-pack abs, and adopting a hardcore workout mentality are starting to fade. It’s important to remember that any kind of movement is beneficial, and you don’t have to push yourself to the extreme to have a good workout. Sometimes, a simple at-home workout is all you need, and that’s completely okay.
According to a fitness instructor at The Class, it’s essential to incorporate various forms of movement into your routine to help your body switch off its stress response. Engaging in intense workouts can often lead to an increase in stress hormones like cortisol. So, giving yourself permission to enjoy a less intense workout, especially on days when you’re feeling low on energy, can still provide a positive boost through movement. Here are five easy and quick workouts you can try at home by just pressing play and immersing yourself in the positive energy.
1. 15 Minute Chair Yoga For All Ages
This 15-minute chair yoga session is perfect for those who prefer to exercise without leaving their seat. Led by the co-founder of BK Yoga Club, this session is a gentle way to maintain your health.
2. 20 Minute Gentle Flow To Slow Down Your Mind
When your mind is on overdrive and you need to calm down, spend 20 minutes with the instructors from BK Yoga Club. This gentle vinyasa flow will help you find your center and give your mind a chance to relax in under 30 minutes.
3. 10 Minute Standing Glutes Workout
This 10-minute standing glutes workout is quick and effective. The best part? You don’t need to get on the floor as it can be done while standing.
4. 17-Minute Low-Impact Barre Workout
In under 20 minutes, an instructor from Barre3 in Washington, D.C. will guide you through a low-impact barre class suitable for all, including those who are pregnant. If you’re looking for a slightly more challenging yet joint-friendly workout, give this one a try.
5. Beginner Dance Cardio
Dance cardio may not always seem like an easy workout, but this beginner-level session is both fun and approachable. Learn some basic dance cardio moves, elevate your heart rate, and have a blast in under 10 minutes. No equipment required, just some space to groove and move.
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