SWEAT AND THE CITY
Embrace accessible exercises designed to empower every body, regardless of circumstance:
Chair Workout Routine:
Seated Leg Lifts: Sit tall in a chair with feet flat on the floor. Lift one leg straight out in front of you, hold for a few seconds, then lower it back down. Repeat for 10-15 reps on each leg.
Seated Marches: Sit tall and march in place, lifting your knees as high as comfortable. Aim for 1-2 minutes.
Chair Squats: Stand in front of a sturdy chair with feet hip-width apart. Slowly lower yourself into a seated position, then stand back up. Aim for 10-15 reps.
Arm Circles: Extend your arms out to the sides at shoulder height. Make small circles forward for 30 seconds, then reverse and make circles backward for another 30 seconds.
Seated Twists: Sit tall and place your hands on your hips. Twist your torso to the right, then to the left, keeping your core engaged. Repeat for 10-15 reps on each side.
Resistance Band Routine:
Seated Rows: Sit in a chair with legs extended. Secure the middle of the resistance band around your feet and hold the ends in each hand. Pull the band towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together. Aim for 10-15 reps.
Bicep Curls: Sit or stand with feet on the resistance band. Hold the ends with palms facing up and curl your hands towards your shoulders. Do 10-15 reps.
Leg Press: Sit in a chair and wrap the resistance band around one foot. Hold the ends in each hand and extend your leg straight out, pressing against the resistance. Do 10-15 reps on each leg.
Chest Press: Sit tall in a chair with the resistance band behind your back, holding the ends in each hand. Press your hands forward until your arms are straight, then return to the starting position. Aim for 10-15 reps.
Tricep Extensions: Sit in a chair and hold one end of the resistance band with your hand, reaching it behind your head. With the other hand, hold the other end and extend your arm straight up. Do 10-15 reps on each arm.
Gentle Cardio and Stretching Routine:
Marching in Place: Stand or sit and march in place for 5-10 minutes to get your heart rate up.
Gentle Yoga Flow: Follow a simple yoga routine focused on gentle stretches and movements. Include poses like Cat-Cow, Child's Pose, and Seated Forward Fold.
Standing or Seated Side Stretches: Reach one arm overhead and gently lean to the side, stretching the side of your body. Hold for 15-30 seconds on each side.
Hamstring Stretch: Sit on the edge of a chair and extend one leg straight out in front of you, heel on the ground. Lean forward slightly from the hips until you feel a stretch in the back of your leg. Hold for 15-30 seconds on each leg.
Internet Home Workouts:
Netflix - Search “workout”, there is a multitude of yoga, core, strength, and other workouts.
Fitness Blender: This website offers a vast collection of free workout videos ranging from cardio and strength training to yoga and Pilates. They cater to different fitness levels and provide detailed instructions for each exercise.
HASfit: HASfit stands for Heart And Soul fitness and provides a variety of workout routines for all fitness levels. Their YouTube channel offers full-length workout videos as well as shorter routines targeting specific areas of the body.
PopSugar Fitness: PopSugar Fitness features workouts led by certified trainers covering everything from HIIT and dance cardio to yoga and strength training. They offer both beginner-friendly and advanced workouts.
Blogilates: Created by certified fitness instructor Cassey Ho, Blogilates offers Pilates-based workouts designed to tone and strengthen the body. Cassey's bubbly personality and clear instructions make her videos engaging and effective.
Yoga with Adriene: Adriene Mishler's YouTube channel offers a wide range of yoga practices suitable for all levels, from complete beginners to advanced practitioners. Her calming demeanor and emphasis on mindfulness make her videos accessible and enjoyable.
The Body Coach TV: Joe Wicks, also known as The Body Coach, provides a variety of HIIT workouts designed to torch calories and improve fitness levels. His energetic style and motivational cues make his workouts fun and effective.
NHS Fitness Studio: The NHS website offers a range of workout videos, including aerobics, strength training, and flexibility exercises. These workouts are designed to help improve overall health and can be done at home with minimal equipment.
BeFit: BeFit offers a wide variety of workout videos featuring celebrity trainers and fitness experts. Their videos cover everything from cardio and strength training to yoga and dance workouts.
Finish with a few minutes of deep breathing exercises to relax and unwind.