Stay healthy with these 7 best alternatives to Gym.
‘Health is the greatest wealth‘ they say, and in order to be healthy what we can do is make good choices in our diet and do a regular workout.
Many of us give excuses for not working out. You need not go to the Gym only to do a workout. Check out these 7 best alternatives to Gym and stay healthy :). These exercises you can try at home as well which we often either neglect or underestimate.
You can either make progress or make excuses, not both.
Disclaimer: Below Exercises/Tools are mentioned for educational and informational purposes only. It is strongly recommended to consult your fitness trainer/expert before you practice any of the following.
What are the 7 best alternatives to Gym?
1) Running / Jogging
Needless to say, this is one of the best Cardio exercises. You may find it boring to run alone however, you may find running/jogging groups in your locality and join them as it feels good when a group of like-minded people runs together.
2) Cycling, Treadmill and, Elliptical
Cycling is an excellent cardio exercise that one can really enjoy. If you are an avid cyclist then you must buy some good cycling essentials. Don’t ride without Helmet as Safety is of utmost importance. It is recommended to wear Cycling Shorts and Gloves if you are planning to go for a long ride. Like running/jogging groups you can also look for cycling groups in your locality. If you don’t have a bicycle then you may get one on rent. There are few alternatives to outdoor cycling such as Elliptical, Treadmill, and Indoor Exercise Cycle, however, some may find it a bit expensive.
3) Yoga
Yoga is a group of physical, mental, and spiritual practices or disciplines that originated in ancient India. Sun Salutation a.k.a. Surya Namaskar is a series of 12 powerful yoga poses. There are other Yogasanas from beginner to expert level which you can practice depending on your proficiency. What you all need to begin is a strong desire and a Yoga Mat which is also optional.
4) Aerobics and Zumba
If you love to dance then Zumba is the best exercise for you. On the other hand, if you are looking for an intense cardio workout then you can prefer Aerobics over Zumba. Both these forms of workouts are often preferred for weight loss.
5) Skipping Rope / Jump Rope
A skipping rope or jump rope is a tool used in the sport of skipping/jump rope where one or more participants jump over a rope swung so that it passes under their feet and over their heads. I am sure you must have tried your hands on Skipping Ropes in your childhood. 🙂 This is very affordable to buy and portable so that you can carry it along wherever you go. To do this you might need a small open space such as an open terrace or backyard.
6) Resistance Band
A resistance band is an elastic band used for strength training. They are also commonly used in physiotherapy, specifically by patients with muscular injuries, including cardiac rehab patients to allow the slow rebuilding of strength. Two main advantages of Resistance Band are 1) Flexibility in use and 2) They are very lightweight. It can be your best companion during traveling as it’s portable. Typically the bands are color-coded to show different levels of resistance and users need to select an appropriate level. Code colors may vary between brands.
7) Abs Roller
Who wouldn’t like to have six-packs? The obvious answer is everyone. But then the question is, how many really do a workout to reduce belly fat?
If you want to get rid of your belly fat then you can surely try this out! Like Resistance Band, Abs Roller is also portable so that you can carry it wherever you go. There are many YouTube videos explaining how to use the Abs Roller properly. Do check them out before you start practicing it.
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