Staying fit right now is challenging to say the least. The routines that we built have evaporated and creativity has been crucial to coming up with new ways to workout. I personally don’t have a dedicated gym, but I’ve been fortunate to have enough space to create a makeshift space that gets the job done.
Because it has been difficult to locate dumbbells (I’m lucky I had a small set before quarantine), I’m sharing three products that I’m using that are not sold out everywhere and they are just as useful as a set of weights. These products can also be used most anywhere and they take up very little space, which is important if you have tight quarters.
*Here’s a piece of advice for the engaged ladies out there! If you’re struggling with what to put on your registry, I would suggest including some workout equipment. Even if you don’t use it daily, it’s really nice to have in a pinch (if you live in an area that sees winter weather, it’s nice to not bundle up and bear the elements to get to the gym). You don’t need to register for treadmills or a full weight rack, but workout gear is rarely something you that you buy for yourself. I found that our friends & family enjoyed gifting us medicine balls for our wedding vs. traditional gifts.*
#1. Resistance bands are insanely versatile. You can use them on your arms, legs, or glutes. They are great for targeting specific muscle groups and you always feel the burn, no matter what the exercise is. Bands are also low impact, meaning that they are not putting a lot of strain on your joints. Resistance bands come in different levels of tension and I recommend getting a set of three (least resistance to the most) because you will find yourself wanting different tension levels with various exercises. Target has This Set from Lifeline for $19.99.
#2. Gliding core disks. Disks were a game changer for me once I started incorporating them into my workouts. They are small gliding frisbees that you put under your feet (or hands) to complete different exercises. Core disks work to increase your strength and give you a great full body workout. You can use them to do lunges, knee tucks, pikes, sliding push-ups, or arm crawls. There are SO many options and if you need some guidance on how to get started, don’t hesitate to reach out to me! These Gliders by FILA are on sale on Amazon for $15.97. Make sure to purchase a set that is reversible (meaning they have a fabric side and a plastic side). A reversible glider means that you aren’t limited to whatever hardwood or tile flooring is in your house, you can get busy working out in whatever room you want!
#3 BOSU ball. A BOSU is not cheap, but it is incredibly useful and worth the price tag. You can use it for burpees and push-ups, or flip it over for static lunges, crunches, or glute bridges. It’s another workout tool that can be used in a ton of different ways. The Bosu Pro Balance Trainer retails for $169.99 and they take up minimal space in a closet or under a bed.
Comment or email me with any workout related questions. Go get your sweat on!
-xo
Darcy