At home workouts with our favourite fit-fluencers

by Ncumisa Lerato Kunana

Who doesn’t have exercise as part of their new years resolutions? Absolutely no-one. Many are signing up for new gym memberships, getting new workout gear to motivate themselves. It is no secret that mamy of us fall off the gym wagon after a few months or even weeks which would mean we are paying for a service we aren’t using. This is why in this article we have listed a few fit-fluencers who offer at home workouts so you could exercise in your own time without losing money if you aren’t able to.

  1. Thimna Shooto @workoutsbythimna

 

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2. Grace Motswana @gracemotswana

 

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3. Sanelisiwe Mbambo @getfitwithsanerie

 

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4. Rushda Moosajee @rushtush

 

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Exercise gives you energy, but you don’t need to visit a gym to get a terrific workout. Exercise at home has an equal amount of effectiveness. Home workouts give more flexibility while gyms offer a designated area. The secret to a terrific workout is making the most of your time and tools.

Dr. Justin Thompson, a board-certified sports medicine doctor from Bayfront Health St. Petersburg Medical Group Sports Medicine, advises choosing what suits your lifestyle and fitness objectives best.

Here are some thing to consider before deciding to workout at home:

Pros

  • Convenience: You can skip traffic, and you don’t have to leave your house or worry about fitting in your workout around the gym’s hours.
  • Variety of options: You can use an app, watch a video or livestream classes.
  • Cost-effectiveness: You don’t have to pay gym membership fees, and there’s no need for fancy or expensive equipment to get a great workout.

Cons

  • Easy to make excuses: If you aren’t self-motivated, you may be tempted to skip workouts or get distracted and cut them short.
  • Space constraints: You might not have open areas, such as a den or backyard.
  • You’re on your own: There aren’t trainers at home like there may be at the gym. The risk of injury is greater, so it’s best to stick to exercises you’re comfortable with.

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