Avoiding the Gym Due to Coronavirus Concerns? Here Are 8 Exercise Routines You Can Stream at Home
The coronavirus has taken the world by storm, and with so much uncertainty and unrest, the federal as well as local governments and health officials are advocating for social distancing. This means that simple activities such as going to school, going for a quick dinner or running simple errands have been disrupted.
Among the daily activities affected by the coronavirus pandemic is going to the gym. While working out can help keep your immune system and overall health boosted, congregating in the gym can breed mass contamination. So, for the gym rats or those who just want to stay active during the quarantine, here are some free at-home workouts you can get into.
While there are endless sources of workouts from apps such as the Nike Training Club, Peloton, Daily Yoga, Adidas Training and a host of others, YouTube and Amazon Prime Video also offer a plethora of options. Below are some simple workouts to delve into.
YouTube
20-Minute Full Body, No Equipment Workout by Pamela Reif
This is a full body workout you can do whenever and wherever you like, no equipment or weights necessary. The workout targets the muscles of your whole body for a quick sweat. The video is in full length, meaning you can follow Reif step by step. There are two one-minute rests in between for those who need them.
30-Minute HIIT Cardio Workout With Warm Up - No Equipment at Home by Self Magazine
“In this high intensity cardio bodyweight workout from trainer Lita Lewis, you’ll spike your heart rate with high-knees, fast feet, and star jumps; plus work your core and lower body with jumping lunges and planks — at home. No equipment needed!”
6 Pack Abs for Beginners You Can Do Anywhere by ThenX
Though we may be social distancing right now, summer is still right around the corner. What better way to get started on that six pack than when you have some time to kill while working at home. Join ThenX founder/CEO Chris Heria for this simple workout featuring high knee taps, Russian twists, legs raises and more.
(link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1iMn9L6SIsw text: Intense at Home Upper Body Workout (No Equipment) by Maddie Lymburner
Tone arms and build upper body strength with this intense, equipment-free upper body workout that you can do anywhere. Hit arms, chest, back and shoulders with some tricep dips, planks, Supermans and, of course, push ups.
No Equipment, Bodyweight Lower Body Workout by Fitness Blender
Tone your lower body with this fun and effective lower body workout that you can do anytime and anywhere. Featuring effective such as lunges, squats and kneeling leg lifts, this routine utilizes timed workouts to for the best results.
Amazon Prime Video
For Prime subscribers, the streaming service also has some workout you can do in the comfort of your own home.
30 Day Yoga for Weight Loss With Julia Marie
“Throughout this series you will burn calories, build muscle and create healthy habits that will help you keep the weight off and live more optimally. In addition to the workouts, you will find bonus tips at the end of each video to help you stay on track.”
Zumba Awesome Legs & Booty System
“Zumba brings the party home with the Awesome Legs & Booty System. Move, shake, tighten and sculpt your legs and booty with the workout that combines the awesome toning and strengthening power of Step aerobics, with the fun dance-fitness party that only Zumba brings. Targeted and easy-to-follow moves set to Latin and World rhythms will have you seeing results fast.”
Cosmic Kids Yoga Adventures
For those who want to keep their kids active and productive, Yoga adventures for kids with Jaime Amor features fun interactive stories told in yoga poses.