Health & Fitness
13 at-Home Fitness Essentials for a Sweat-Worthy Workout
From resistance bands to a non-slip yoga towel—here are all the must-have products you'll need to elevate your at-home fitness routine.
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Staying active has a huge impact that goes beyond improving your overall physical health. That’s right, your daily sweat sesh is also a great mood booster. And while most of us are now restricted to our equipmentless living rooms, keeping up with our daily workout routine can be quite the challenge. That’s why we’ve rounded up 13 at-home fitness essentials that are smaller, less expensive and super easy to use. #fitnessmotivation.
All Purpose Yoga Mat, BalanceFrom
Whether you’re working on your abs or your legs, or just in need of a deep stretch, a yoga mat is the number one step to any at-home workout. This double-sided yoga mat features a slip-resistant material to prevent injuries and uses moisture-resistant technology to easily wash and repeat. Namaste much?
$24
3-Pack of Resistance Bands, GoZone
This three-pack of looped resistance bands—including light, medium and heavy—is ideal for warm-ups and resistance-focused workouts. Not only will they help to build tone and muscle, they are also extremely versatile and can be used on the entire body. Plus, they’re Kardashian approved.
$14
Adjustable Ankle Weights, BalanceFrom
Adding ankle weights to your daily workout can help strengthen your muscles, increase your burn, and increase the effectiveness of your workouts as a whole. These 4 lb weights are fully adjustable to fit your ankles or even your wrists and feature a neoprene exterior and a moisture-absorbing interior.
$26
Vinyl Dumbbells, SPRI
Intensify your everyday workout with these vinyl-coated dumbbells. These dumbbells can be used for everything from aerobics and step workouts to a calorie-boosting walk. You can even create your own custom routine with SPRI’s range of light to heavy weights, coated in vibrant shades.
$28
Weighted Jump Rope, HOUSETAR
Looking to squeeze in a full-body workout without the expensive equipment? A weighted jump rope is your holy grail. This option features an adjustable strap for all body heights, two weighted irons inside both handles and a comfortable, non-slip foam handle.
$15
Neoprene-Coated Kettlebell, Concorde
Kettlebells are an all-around versatile piece of equipment and are great to add to any strength training workout. This can include everything from squats to lunges and even weight lifting. This neoprene-coated option is designed to help protect floors, reduce noise and prevent corrosion.
$30
Pull Up Bar, Phenix Fitness
This foldable pull-up bar is the perfect way to upgrade any at-home gym. Not only can it be used for a full upper body routine—including pull-ups, chin-ups, sit-ups, dips, and push-ups—but it will also help to build muscles and tone the chest, back, arms and abs.
$60
Adjustable Aerobic Stepper, PRISP
With three height level settings, this aerobic stepper will help you control the intensity of your everyday workout. It is ideal for aerobics and strength and interval (HIIT) training.
$50
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