Suddenly unable to go to the gym? If you’re among the one in five U.S. citizens who belong to fitness clubs or gyms, you may be struggling with life away from your favorite elliptical or squash court. We feel your pain, but just like everything about maintaining a positive body image, try to maintain a positive outlook about your gym-free months as well. You can do this!
Ok, yes, we know you’re wondering how exactly you’re supposed to live without the gym. Don’t panic buy a bunch of expensive exercise equipment to get you through your gymless period. If you’re willing to get creative and think a little bit out of the box, you can definitely stay fit in your own home without specialized gear.
1 – Consider new aerobic options
One way to approach life without the gym is to try a new form of aerobic exercise you haven’t before. We know you’re going to miss your favorite elliptical by the window, or the spin class that keeps you sane — but try to have fun with it. Have you never tried a dance workout class? Maybe this is your moment. Always wanted to do a little mixed martial arts training? This is the time. The key is to find something that will get your blood pumping, but that also piques your curiosity or interests as well. Then it will feel less like a substitute for your favorite workouts and more like a new adventure.
2 – Think about signing up for a video training website
Look, there are a lot of free options available for basic workouts to get you started in a new workout regime. If youtube videos just aren’t cutting it, think about signing up for a video training website. Many have free trials, or money-back guarantees if you don’t like the service. When you’re trying something new, it’s good to get a little expert advice or training to start out.
3 – Google budget weight training ideas
The great thing about not being able to go to a gym is that people have been in your shoes before. Whether because their favorite gym closed, or because they couldn’t afford it, many gym addicts have had to go without visiting a gym before. You’ll find blogs, vlogs, and social media journeys galore full of tips and tricks for making do without the equipment you’re accustomed to having at the gym. Weight training is no different. You’ll find lots of ideas for using everyday objects around your house to keep yourself in shape for a couple of months before you can get back to the glories of the gym again.
4 – It’s time to get into yoga
You don’t need much more than a little floor space to get into yoga. The stretching your body goes through during yoga is not only a great way to tighten and tone, but it’s also a great way to help maintain your physique for a while before you can get back to your usual routine. The best part is, there are lots of completely free yoga resources online, or you can pay for some individual guided help over Zoom or Skype.
