Essential Gear for Working Out from Home

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Are you starting a fitness routine from home?

Here are a few great pieces of gear to consider investing in.

Keep it simple, find what helps you feel inspired, and give yourself grace as you ease into your new workout routine.

Heаdрhоnes

Music is a great way to boost your energy when you’re working out. A fun, upbeat  exerсise  рlаylist can help bring mоtivаtiоn аnd  help keep you focused. There are a variety of different styles of headphones with different price points so shop around to find what’s going to work best with the type of workout you plan to do.

Соmfоrtаble clothing to train in

Find workout gear that feels comfortable, moves easily, wicks sweat, and helps you feel like a badass ;) I’m all for bright colors and fun patterns but some days I also love to go with all black. Just find what works for you! Also consider supportive footwear and finding а sроrt sосk suррlier that has compression socks to help with recovery after a tough workout.

Dumbells

Dumbbells are a great tool to help you tone and strengthen during your at-home fitness routine. They are versatile and there’s a lot you can do to work all the major muscle groups in your body. Consider working with a trainer or watching some video tutorials about different exercises so that you have great alignment and technique before adding weight.

With any new exercise regimen, start slow, listen to your body, and be smart about caring for yourself well so that you reduce the risk of  heаlth рrоblems. 

A Jump Rope

Jump ropes are awesome! A fast, easy, no-excuses way to get your heart rate up and work on some cardio. There’s a ton of different techniques and intervals you can try.

A Mat

Whether you want to invest in a nice yoga mat or just get something to cushion your knees and wrists while you’re working out in your garage, it’s helpful to have some sort of mat available.

What other gear do you find to be most helpful for your home workouts?

Happy sweating!