Working out at Home

So I was talking with some friends the other day. They were saying that they couldn't work out very frequently because they had their kids at home. They couldn't make it to the gym because of the kids and they couldn't go running because they didn't have a jogging stroller.


Well I currently have been getting a way better workout than when I had a gym membership. I have hand weights in 5 and 10 pounds, an exercise ball, two exercise videos and the internet. If you don't have the internet, just borrow some exercise videos from the public library or buy a few you like. Even if you have no equipment whatsoever, you can still do crunches, planks, lunges, push-ups, etc. and use your own weight for resistance. If you have access to the internet, which most of you must if you're reading this, then just start doing a couple of the free videos on www.exercisetv.tv. There ore over 100 full-length videos to choose from to sculpt and strengthen your entire body as well as lots of cardio. I have links to some of my favorites on the sidebar. Some of them are mildly cheesy in their phrasing, but they're pretty good exercise. If they're too easy, increase your weights.


If you are going to invest in one fitness item, I'd recommend 5 lb. dumbbells. You can get a set of two for $10-12 at Wal-Mart. You can tone your arms and increase the difficulty of your cardio workouts. Building muscle means you'll burn more calories, so make sure to do some type of strength training.


Anyway, I switch off going out jogging with my giant not-a-jogger double stroller, and just doing a couple workout videos. If you haven't tried them, give it a try.


Basically, I decided the biggest obstacle to getting in shape is not wanting to fully commit to it. If you are only half-hearted, then you may have a little success, but once you really decide your going to do it, then there is no stopping you. If you're like me, you'll become much more motivated and committed as you go along and see the difference in results when you are really giving your all. Once you're committed, you're willing to KEEP TRACK of your caloric intake and your exercising. You put exercise as a priority and make sure to do it regularly.
Good luck reaching your goals!