Spring into Fitness from Home

Working out from home can be a challenge—having the right equipment takes time and money to collect. There are always distractions like the TV, or the dishes that can keep you glued to the couch instead of up and moving. Also, finding activity that you enjoy can be tough!

As a personal trainer, I feel it’s really important to find some type of activity that you like—pick something that motivates you and also prompts you to be the master of your own body. That means being capable of doing the things you want to do, (like sports) but also things you need to do (like housework).

There are incredible free resources that you can use with MILLIONS of online videos to watch and do from home that can be a gateway to increased activity. I have selected several resources for you to try, and I’ve eliminated some of the searching for legitimate resources for you, too. Below you will find a workout that sounds tough (boot camp sounds so intimidating, but is always modifiable) and you will also find several workout series from various companies that produce safe, reputable videos that anyone can do from home!

If you are ready to start activity, be sure you first visit with your doctor to ensure you are healthy enough to work out on your own. If you’d like some guidance creating a workout for yourself, see your health coach. We can do something as simple as help you search YouTube for appropriate exercises for you, or point you in the direction of other resources to help you include more activity in your life!

Try one of these videos from YouTube today, or check out the companies and what they offer below.

Total body boot camp: This video features motivating and challenging body weight only exercises that you can do anywhere! Don’t forget: you can modify any exercises! This video is only 35 minutes long.

Below you will find several companies that are featured on YouTube, but also offer their own services:

POPSUGAR Fitness is a company that you can utilize either through subscription or on platforms such as Facebook and YouTube. You will find lifestyle, exercise and nutrition videos that inspire and move you!

A second option is GymRa, which is also a company that you can subscribe to, or you can use via YouTube. They offer mainly fitness videos that demonstrate a variety of activity for the beginner to the advanced exerciser.

A third option is HASfit, which offers more than 1,000 videos and workouts that anyone can do, anywhere, from five minutes to 45 minutes and more. They also offer 60-90-day workout plans. In addition to all this, they offer nutritional help too! These videos can also be accessed via YouTube.

And finally check out Fitness Blender, which offers free, full-length fitness videos via YouTube! They also have workout calendars and trackers to help you measure progress.

Have Questions?

Campbell County Health Wellness works to reduce health risks and promote overall wellness among employee groups and individuals across the northeastern Wyoming region. To learn more about Wellness, please visit www.cchwyo.org/Wellness or call 307.688.8051.

This blog was written by Rachel Wilde, CPT, MA, CCH Wellness Services Technician and Phlebotomist