How To Get Fit In Your Own Home
September 23, 2009 by Jason58
If you want to learn how to get fit in the comfort of your own home, then this article was written for you. In particular, we’re going to talk about using a treadmill to get fit, using an elliptical trainer, and using an exercise bike. By the time you have finished reading this guide, you’ll know which type of “in-home” gym equipment is best for you.
Let’s start by talking about treadmills. This piece of equipment simulates walking or running, and can easily be used in your own home. Just 30 minutes a day can be great for your health, although it may be challenging at first. If you work up to this gradually each day, you are sure to see results quickly. The downside is that they can be rather expensive – so make sure you check out treadmill reviews before you buy.
Next, let’s talk about using an elliptical machine. This can be a better alternative for some people because it’s easier on the joints. Using your elliptical for around 30 minutes a day can boost your metabolism and help you to lose weight. Check elliptical reviews before you settle on any particular brand, to make sure you avoid ones with problems.
Finally, let’s talk about exercise bikes. These devices are similar to ellipticals, although they are usually some differences. The great thing about exercise bikes is you can easily watch your favorite TV show while you’re exercising to make the time go quicker. You will eventually start to feel healthier, fitter, and have more energy. However, if your goal is to lose weight – remember that your diet also needs to be healthy. You don’t want to ruin your fitness efforts by eating a poor diet! Also, make sure you check out exercise bike reviews before you buy.
Disclaimer: The article is for informational use only and is not intended to replace professional advice. Always consult your doctor before starting a fitness program.
Had a quick go on the gym equipment at Hove Park…. excellent idea You have to take your hat off to the council!
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Weight bands are a fantastic tool to perform strength training when you're nowhere near a gym. The benefits?
1. They're lightweight. Less than a pound for over 160 lbs of resistance.
2. They're portable. I pack my entire "gym" into my suitcase when traveling.
3. They set up in a snap. Go from curls to lat pull down in less than a minute.
For your purposes, you'll need a set with more than one resistance and a door strap.
The set up:
Open your door slightly, place the anchor end at the top opening outside the door and leave the loop inside while you close the door until it locks. Give the loop a firm tug to ensure the anchor is locked into place. Slide the resistance band through the loop until the handles hang symmetrically.
Kneel and lean forward at a 45 to 30 degree angle. This angle simulates the pull up/chin up position. Be far enough away from the door to create tension at the arms-extended position, but not so far away that the tension is too great to complete the movement on the first repetition.
The workout:
Wide Lat Pull-down: This is the key to improving pull-ups without actually DOING pull-ups, so pay attention and apply the basic principles to the pull-down variations. Keep your focus on flexing your "Lat" muscles throughout the movement. Slowly bring your elbows out and down. Once your biceps and forearms make a 90 degree angle (L) pause for a second and squeeze your elbows back and down. Pause for a second and reverse the motion, focusing on the negative movement mimicking the form of the original motion. If you can do 10 reps (at 10 seconds down, 10 seconds up), increase resistance or increase your band strength. If you can't do more than 5, decrease resistance or band strength.
Push-ups: Max effort for 1 minute. Raise a leg to increase resistance, utilize knees to decrease intensity.
Twist pull-down: Begin knuckles up, perform the pull-down movement as before, but twist into a knuckles down position as you pull. Your fists should be parallel under the lowest point of your chin and your biceps flexed. For additional bicep work, twist the underside of your hands inward at the bottom of the movement. Your fingers should be pointing at your shoulders in a good bicep flex.
Wide Push-ups: Max effort for 1 minute. Raise a leg to increase resistance, utilize knees to decrease intensity.
Underhand Lat pull-down: Knuckles down, mimic the motion of a chin up in the same manner as the first two lat exercises. Keep your fists over your shoulders, squeeze your lats at the bottom of the movement. Hold the squeeze and perform a negative by releasing slowly to the starting position.
Wide leg diamond push-ups: Keep your legs wide for stability, place your hands close together, fingers spread, and place your chest into the diamond formed by your thumbs and index fingers.
Rest: 1 minute. Drink water, stretch, or anticipate how awesome and pumped you're getting.
DO IT ALL OVER AGAIN…TWICE!
This will give you an amazing workout anywhere you have a door and a floor.
Keep in mind: Form first: Don't be one of the people throwing your body around to get three times the weight or three times the reps with 1/3 of the results. Focus the entire time on the muscles you are working and let the exercises do the rest.