I find that most of my friends fall into two categories when it comes to busting a good sweat: Exercise is one of those necessary evils to keep your body functioning properly, kind of like dealing with your period, or it’s a great way to release stress and anxiety. If you happen to be someone who leans more towards the first category (like yours truly), you are always looking for how to work out at home with exercises that are not complicated and don’t require fancy equipment. Well, moms, I am here to help you end your search. The truth is we really only need 30 minutes of exercise a day to keep us feeling like we did before we dedicated our lives to this whole motherhood thing, less tired! And yes, I said FEEL (not look) as we did before motherhood because I know there is no way in Hades I’m going back to the body I had pre-kids. I have a booty now, after FIVE kids. I refuse to lose it! Here are some great options when it comes to how to workout at home.
Just getting started?
YouTube vlogger Ashley, owner of From Head to Curve, hooks you up with a workout you can jump right into – even if you haven’t worked out in few months (like me, lol). This is a great workout for anyone who is beginning, or reigniting, their journey to a healthier version of themselves!
Are you a 30-minute workout addict?
If you’re like me, you are a sucker for a good 30-minute workout that 1) doesn’t involve equipment and 2) includes that one person who is not as athletic as the peppy person leading the torture exercise class you can actually keep up with the entire time. This video happens to include three levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced, so everyone can feel the burn (but not hurt themselves in the process). Join the “Queen of Home Workouts” Brittne Babe for this POPSUGAR workout.
Like to get your groove on while busting a sweat?
Dancing is a great way to work up a good sweat AND it also can give you a dose of happy juice, which we could all use right now (hello pandemic). If you have a little more time and need to get some energy out, this is the video for you! Fit Body by Ashley celebrates reaching 100K subscribers with this extremely fun, high energy cardio workout for ALL levels.
Looking for something else?
- Short on time? Check out this 10-minute full body workout.
- Short on motivation? This workout is literally called the LAZY GIRL Full Body Workout (7 minutes, no jumping AND you can do part of it IN BED).
- Postpartum and/or dealing with from diastasis recti? Check out this video with exercises to help repair your abdominal muscles (NO CRUNCHES!).
- Looking for something a little more hardcore? This 25-minute HIIT workout should feed your need!
When it comes to busting a sweat, there are a TON of options to fit everyone’s unique style of exercising. Even if it’s just doing some quick bed yoga (yes, that’s a thing). I’m hoping one of these videos helps you on your journey to feeling LESS TIRED and ready to take on the minions you birthed world!
Exercise is a great way to practice self-care. Learn even more with our 30 days of self-care guide!
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