When we moved from Texas to Florida, we gave up our gym membership because we were determined run and bike on the beautiful waterfront trails. So far, so good except it's not always sunny in Florida! Rather than taking a day off when the weather doesn't cooperate, I've discovered some great home workout routines on Pinterest that don't require any equipment. I love the 100 calorie workout and 15 minute workout for days when I'm really pressed for time. There's even a TV commercial workout, so you can watch your favorite shows and exercise only during the commercials…how fun is that?
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Why do I love working out at home?
- Saves money – no equipment or gym memberships to buy
- It's not a fashion show! Wear what you want because nobody's watching…that's a money saver too!
- Saves time and money because you eliminate driving to and from the gym.
- Watch the TV show you want instead of what's playing at the gym.
The moral of this story? Don't be lured by expensive workout equipment or fancy gym memberships because you really can get fit for free. It's been 6 months, I'm still in great shape and my budget is too!
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Hmmm. I’ve thought about this but I’ve never thought about it. Does that make any sense? I’ve decided to ditch my membership in the summer when it’s beautiful out. Here in NC ya never know what the weather will be like. It was 24 last Tuesday then 70 last Saturday. Thanks for the inspiration!
The other big plus to home workouts…no time wasted getting to and from the gym. I find myself often doing these workouts while I watch TV…that’s the multi-tasker in me!
These are great lists. I really like the countdown from 100. It makes getting a great workout much simpler. Thanks for sharing!
Simple is always easier to stick with when it comes to diet and exercise!
Free is always good in my books! 🙂 I used to always do squats and lunges during commercials when my husband worked nights. Man, I had great legs back then!
I’ve just started doing jumping jacks during commercials for a little cardio boost!
This are great! I am a SAHM and I am going to print a few of these out and utilize them. Thanks so much!!!
I’ve had fun mixing up the different workouts, and there are no excuses for not exercising with the TV commercial workout! Good Luck!
Thank you for sharing this. I have been meaning to go to the gym but I always end up staying at home. These are just perfect for me. On top of my new year’s resolution is to lose weight.
You’ll have no more excuses with these workouts!
I LOVE the TV Commercial workout. It’s fun, smart and gets you motivated while you watch TV. Awesome concept!
I am completely a gym rat. I go to the gym often because I need the variety to stay motivated, but these exercises are awesome! And perfect for the days I just don’t feel like going…like smack in the middle of winter and summer. Thank you so much!!
Great ideas! I’m a runner myself, also because it’s cheap. But when the weather is bad, these are great alternatives.
LOVING these ways to sneak in workouts on cramped days! Especially the 100 calorie one, seems easy to get in in the morning before a shower. I’ll definitely try this out tomorrow morning! But here’s a question – what the heck is a Russian Twist? I know most of these exercises from Insanity, but I don’t know what this is. Thanks!
A Russian Twist is like a sit-up, but you twist side-to-side with a weight. I hope this helps!
Thanks for sharing. It is always great to get some fresh workout ideas!
Oh, this is SO much my story these days. Just the fact that I can wear ratty old sweat pants. Love the money saving fact as well. Let’s make 2013 a healthy year!
This is so helpful!! I’ve been looking for more ideas and now I have some terrific inspiration. Thanks for sharing!
This is sooooooo cool! Just what I need to really jump start my New Year´s resolution
super list—might have to implement a few of them myself—but that TV commercial one cracks me up—how watches commercials anymore??? I DVR almost everything so I can zip through it faster =)
My preferred form of exercise is walking. But I do believe I could get into The TV Commercial Workout… except for the jumping jacks…Momma ain’t jumping! 🙂
I love this! Thanx for sharing. 🙂