Let’s face it: winter can be long when you’re in a cold-weather location, and the gym gets old after awhile. When you can’t get outside, sometimes it helps to simply get a change of scenery — even if that means a workout at home.
The good news is, you can make up your own routine. Here are some ideas to help you get started:
Lunges: This tried-and-true exercise is great for strengthening the legs and backside. Do lunges and reverse lunges to really work a variety of muscle groups.
Burpees: What better way to mix cardio and strength than this one?
Jogging in place: Do 45 seconds of tush-kicking, and 45 seconds of high knees. Take a quick break and go at it again for as many rounds as you can muster.
Pushups: Perform full pushups or modify them. Either way, you can do 3-5 rounds of a chosen number, and feel the burn.
Tricep dips: Be sure to find a solid piece of furniture that will hold you and won’t move. Then do this classic exercise with your legs straight or bent and, as with the pushups, do 3-5 rounds of a certain number.
Sit-ups: Pick your favorite way to do them, and get to it! Your core will thank you.
Planks: Assume the position! You know the one, where you appear poised to perform a push-up and then stay still for as long as possible. The most popular pose is with forearms flat on the floor, arms forming a 90-degree angle, and legs stretched out behind you, toes pointed down to the ground. Remember to keep your back flat.
There are any number of ways to mix things up and stay in shape. And this is your house — play whatever music you want or put any channel you like on TV. The key to sticking with a workout is to have fun with it, after all.
