Fitness question - Beachbody etc.?

elpgal

My husband is traveling a lot nowadays and I spend a lot of my spare time chauffeuring my kid.

I need something to do at home. What do you recommend that is not yoga and doesn’t involve skipping rope
I see Beachbody recommended a lot but have no idea what series to pick.
I have zero fitness equipment at home but am willing to invest in it.

6 years ago

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taylor

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I can offer you ZERO exercise advice..
Are you looking to start and exercise program , or just wanting to stay busy with something while hubby is away .

6 years ago

elpgal

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Taylor, I need to do something at home so I don’t completely atrophy. My normal routine involves yoga, cardio-kickboxing and walking. I would like a solo activity, perhaps one that is guided via a DVD.

6 years ago

rachylou

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Have you seen The Mirror? It’s a little creepy - too much like the show Black Mirror - but I confess it intrigues me.

https://www.mirror.co/?utm_sou.....20exercise

6 years ago

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How about hiring a fitness trainer come to your house two times a week? I haven't personally used one, but I was watching a vlog of a mom and she said that the trainer noticed she had a swayed back and that one shoulder was lower than the other (from carrying her kids) and he adjusted the exercises to straighten her posture. The mom mentioned that she appreciated having that personalized exercise routine.

I saw in the video that he brought all the weights and items that she used to exercise. On the days he is not working with her, the trainer gives her exercises to do on her own.

6 years ago

RainB

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Hey, you could check these guys out - https://www.fitnessblender.com/ . They have a huge range of free videos and paid programs, for varied fitness levels with/without equipment. And the trainers aren't overly chirpy and loud, which I personally can't stomach. Have finally motivated my lazy self to get started on a regimen by playing around with what they offer.

6 years ago

elpgal

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Rachy, that is fascinating and a little freaky.

AJ, that’s a great idea! I could pay a trainer to come up with a at-home routine for me. My schedule is so random that I wouldn’t be able to host somebody at home in any sort or regular fashion.

Rain, thanks. This sounds promising. I am with out on cheerleader-y trainers. I have quit many a fitness class because of this. I am also tiring of the superloud pop music in classes.

6 years ago

carter

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I love Metabolic Prime. Short, but intense, workouts. Each exercise is shown with and without equipment (weights, straps, etc). http://www.metabolicprime.com/

6 years ago

Anonymous

I like to dance at home No equipment needed, just music 120-140 bpm!
For strength-toning I use little 10 lb dumbbells, a step for lunges, and a stability ball for crunches. I dont have one at home, but at the gym I like to do squats and lunges on a bosu.

6 years ago

Flytigress

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I love Jessica Smith's workouts. She has tons and tons of safe, effective free workouts online. She also has some videos for sale.

6 years ago

Anonymous

I know a few people who subscribe to Beachbody and do their workouts in their home. Stash your weights under your bed, etc. I'm really tempted to subscribe to use on days when I just cannot get in a proper gym workout. There are a million different workouts on BB - and I think it's just pick and choose and see what you like. The friend I know best uses weight and HIIT workouts. That, and walking for 30 mins a day are all you need . I work in a fitness facility and am a bit of a fitness hobbyist . I know I don't look the part, but I do know a lot.....

I'm personally setting up about 10 personal training sessions with a male trainer I've become work friends with, to get myself into better shape after suffering the gross aftereffects of a broken arm this winter : i.e. no muscle tone in my left arm and I look and feel like an old yucky version of my former self. Expensive, but I love being pushed and supervised at the same time

6 years ago

Runcarla

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Totally endorse the idea of a personal trainer. Money well spent.

6 years ago

Anonymous

I work out with a personal trainer, but in a group setting. We each do separate and different workouts based on our needs and progress. These group sessions are much cheaper and you can schedule whenever you have the time. Don't know if something like this is offered where you are. My club uses the Mind Body App to schedule sessions and this app, based on your location can let you know what fitness places, trainers, etc are available and with prices usually

6 years ago

Style Fan

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I worked with a personal trainer who came to my home a couple of times a week for a few months. It was fantastic. This was 20 years ago and I would like to do this again.

I have watched lots of YouTube videos on fitness. There seems to be everything available. I would try a few different ones out.

6 years ago

Adriana

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I have a kettlebell and some weights I use. But I get very bored with the same stuff. I google youtube for strenght or core or poweryoga or posture. And follow that. But I pulled muscles often, so a trainer could be healthier.

6 years ago

Stagiaire Fash

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I've sung the praises of Cori at Redefining Strength before. She has a gym, but also a huge internet presence. Lots of programs you can buy to do at home, but the best thing about her is she is SO responsive. You can hire her to write a program just for you, but honestly, I've never found it necessary, because she answers every question promptly, and gives suggestions of how to adapt each move to your needs. Look her up!

6 years ago

Sal

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I think it depends on what is going to motivate you. I know people that hire treadmills or rowing machines - others like a trainer - others pay for a sitter and head out....

I sometimes do simple circuits at home - with a kettlebell it is amazing what you can do strengthwise.

I think I would book in a trainer for a period once a week to keep me accountable until I was in a routine.... It is pricey but you won't need lots of gear if you are exercising at home.

6 years ago

elpgal

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Wow, so many options to check out.

My friends seem to like the Peloton bike and their online classe susbscription. But I just KNOW that once I spend the money on it, I’ll end up being bored and using it as a clothes rack.

6 years ago

anne

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I'm not great at in house exercise so no help here. And am looking right now at a spin bike we got for DH that he hasn't ridden for years!! I really should use it in winter when I don't cycle to work. Something with some accountability, like a trainer, sounds like it would be a good idea if you can manage the expense.

6 years ago

SuzyQ2

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I’ve become addicted to TRX, Suspension Training. I take classes at the gym but I am seriously thinking of buying a set for the house. I’ve been doing yoga for years but in the 3 months since I started TRX, I can really see a different in my body.
Check out some videos online for more info. Addicting honestly.

6 years ago

Roxanna

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I've used and loved Beach body. I love the variety of their programs - in activity, style and length - and have done several of them. Highly recommend. My favorites address P90X, core de force, and their yoga series.

6 years ago

Gretchen

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I use the Daily Yoga app when I'm traveling. They have a lot of different options and program lengths.

6 years ago

Stagiaire Fash

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Suzy Q2, I have suspension gear. Until know I've only draped it over a tree or clamped it behind a door (My Jungle Gym set has knobs on the straps so they doesn't slip out). This weekend I'm putting up ceiling hooks for it--so excited. I use routines from the trainer I mentioned above. Where do you get yours?

ETA epigal, so you wouldn't get the impression you had to drill holes in your ceiling to use Cori's programs, I looked for her list of preferred gear, couldn't find it, so I emailed her. She already replied, less than an hour after I posted this comment the first time. https://www.amazon.com/shop/redefiningstrength

6 years ago

SuzyQ2

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FashionIntern, so far I only do the routines at the gym. Our trainer is certified in TRX and her 45 minute workout varies it so your never bored and you use every muscle in your body. Once I buy a set, I'll be checking online for routines, but it may be awhile. I enjoy it at the gym, the groan factor camaraderie helps get that last set in. The class has gotten so popular they are moving it to a larger room with additional suspension gear. I'll check out Cori's page too, thanks.

6 years ago

Janet

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We just got a Peloton over the weekend, and so far I’ve already worked out on it two days in a row, a 30 minute set of classes the first day, and yesterday another 30 minutes of biking classes and then a 10-minute arm class (which I need badly — most of my exercise neglects my upper body). So far I’m really liking it!

Bonus, it made me clean out our basement storage room to make it a good exercise space we actually are using now.

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6 years ago

AndiB

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For years I did exercise videos and cd’s in my basement- probably at same life stage you are at, kids still home, worked part time. I particularly like weight lifting dvds, anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour, and I owned a variety. You can start with about any level and increase weights though if you are new to weights good form is everything. I did aerobics too, they’re mostly designed for small spaces. Now I go to our YMCA, so mostly work out outside of home. But I also (sort of ) run (fair weather runner I am, and inconsistent, would like to get back to it for realz). I also would like to resume in home work outs like I used to to supplement spinning, boot camp and yoga at y but it’s been really hard to reestablish that habit

6 years ago

lisaflex

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are beachbody consultants certified? knowledgable?

6 years ago

Laurie

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My yoga instructor (who is also a certified running coach, certified trainer and crossfit coach) has evolved into a "durability" guru - yoga for durability, running for durability, general fitness for durability. Her philosophy and her training regime is about total body fitness. I have been rehabbing from back surgery with her. I have had 2 in person sessions - first was assessment, 2nd was after about 10 weeks. She delivers the program via an app which tells me what to do, and includes videos for the proper execution of each exercise. I use resistance bands, strap, yoga mat and block, as well as myofacial release balls. 5 days of exercises, 2 days of MFR. The daily workouts are 30-40 min. I can take most of the equipment with me in my suitcase when I travel. It is the best fitness plan I have ever been on, and I have been 100% consistent for 100 workouts!

6 years ago

elpgal

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Laurie, Go you! That’s very inspiring.

6 years ago

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