Home Workouts Routine
In this day and age there are many factors that contribute to a persons fitness. Not only do you have to be motivated and willing to stay in shape, but most people can't find the time.
It would be nice if we could all take a few days a week out of our busy schedules and go to the gym, but it just usually doesn't happen like this. Not to mention that with the way the economy looks right now, there are a lot of people unwilling to pay a monthly membership fee to a gym that they might only make it to a couple times a month or less.
Therefore, most people are turning to a home workouts routine that they can do when they have a little spare time in the comfort of their home. These routines aren't usually that long, half an hour or so at the most, but they are efficient.
A simple workout might consist of doing some cardio (jumping jacks, jump rope, running in place or treadmill, etc.) for 15 to 20 minutes and doing some push-ups, sit-ups, and pull-ups.
Remember that while push-ups, pull-ups, and sit-ups seem like a simple exercise, there are so many variations to them that they can be switched up to target different muscle groups.
Working out at home has a lot of benefits over going to the gym. The biggest one being the time it takes. Lets face it, people are busy these days. Also, you won't be digging in your wallet to do some exercise at home. The most expensive thing you might need to buy is maybe some dumbells, which aren't really too pricey.
When it all comes down to it though, fitness doesn't happen unless you have the right mindset to go along with a good workout plan. Develop a workouts routine that is easy for you to stick to and see that you don't stray from it.
Motivation is key here, so if you feel like you are starting to slip out of your routine, think of your goals and how you will look or feel after accomplishing them.
Keeping track of your progress is a great motivator. Seeing that you are improving will boost your morale and make you want to keep pushing towards that ultimate goal.