Working out from home

I recently posted how to get back in the gym. However, I am aware that you don’t need a gym to take care of yourself. I’m also aware that it’s equally hard to get started working out at home.

No membership

No commute

No waiting on machines

You just need your space, a little bit of time, and a decision to move your body.

If getting back in the gym feels intimidating or is unrealistic right now. Working out from home is not just a backup plan. It’s a legitimate and very effective way to build strength, confidence, and consistency/

The biggest myth: you need equipment

​You don.t

​I got very fit during COVID, just moving my body in a small room. Your body needs resistance. Squats, lunges, push-ups, glute bridges. These movements build real strength. Learning how to control your body weight often improves form and stability. You don’t need machines to build strength.

If you want to add simple equipment later, just start small:

A pair of dumbbells

A resistance band

A yoga mat.

That’s it. You can build an entire routine from those three things.

Make a Tiny Space feel intentional.

​You don’t need a gym. You need a corner.

Clear a small area in your living room. Roll out your mat, put on a workout playlist that gets you pumped, and choose a time that works for you to move your body. Creating a small ritual makes it feel less like “I guess I should work out” and more like “this is my time.”

Especially if your life is full of work, school, family, and chores. This is a small act of claiming a space that matters to you.

A simple at-home reset plan:

​If you’re just starting or trying. This plan worked for me during 2020:

3 days a week - 30 mins:

Warm up (5 Mins)

Arm circles, bodyweight squats, lunges, and jumping jacks.

Strength circuit (20 mins).”

• ​12 squats

• 10 push-ups (knee push-ups are just fine)

• 12 reverse lunges (each leg)

• 30-second plank

Repeat 3 to 4 times.

Finisher (optional) 5 - 10mins:

Mountain climbers, high knees, or a brisk walk outside.

This is simple, effective, and sustainable.

Consistency over intensity

At home, it's very easy to get distracted when you have a load of laundry, emails, dishes, dogs, etc.

That’s why shorter workouts are preferred. In honesty, a 20 min workout is better than no workout. Tell yourself it’s only 20 minutes. Most of the time, once you start, you’ll finish.

And if you dont? 10 minutes is still better than 0.

Shift the goal

​Working out from home isn't about recreating a boutique fitness class. It’s about removing barriers.

​No cost.

No travel time

No comparison

Just movement

Over time, you may decide to join the gym, take a pilates class, lift heavier, or train for a specific race or event. But right now? This is your season that might simply be focused on rebuilding a healthy habit.

And habits do not care why they are built. They care that you show up.

Your living room and your body are enough. Start there!

Share what's worked for you when building a habit of working out at home. OR if you have any questions ask away.

We’d love to hear your thoughts!