If you’re too daunted to join a gym or want to avoid pricey memberships, these handy pieces of at-home workout equipment can help you kick off your January fitness journey
It might be a cliche, but there’s a reason that January is prime time for people starting a new fitness routine. Not only do we all feel like we need a little reset after a December of over indulgence, but it’s the equivalent of starting a new routine on a Monday – it feels like a fresh start.
If you’re planning on stepping up your fitness in the new year, but find the idea of joining a gym daunting or want to avoid committing to a pricey membership before you’re sure of how long your willpower will last, at home workouts can be a great place to start. Although you only need some simple equipment to get going, there’s no limit on what you can buy to create your very own home workout space.
Whether you’re short on space and need some easy-to-store items or are planning on creating an entire home gym, here’s some great home workout equipment to get you started.
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LES MILLS Sculpt Bands, £45
One of the easiest bits of equipment to have in your kit is a resistance band. They can be used for everything from warm ups to improving flexibility and strength, and you can use them on their own or as an addition to your usual routine. This Les Mills set includes three bands with differing levels of resistance, and are small and lightweight enough to be stored anywhere at home or popped into your gym bag.
Sweaty Betty Super Grip Yoga Mat, £32 (was £65)
A yoga mat is another home workout staple. Not only does it create a designated spot to work out in, but it gives you a little extra cushioning whilst you exercise, as well as making your hands and feet don’t slip during movements. This Sweaty Betty one uses soft natural latex to give you secure grip, and is with a weight of 2kg and a thickness of 4mm is light enough to comfortably carry to the gym or roll up into a cupboard or pop under the bed between uses.
Core Balance Dumbbell Pair, £16.99 (was £19.99)
Dumbbells are great for those wanting to dip their toe into weight training, or who want to give their regular workout a little oomph. This pair comes in weight ranging from 1kg to 10kg so you can pick a weight that feels right for you and your strength level, and incorporate them into your new routine whenever you want.
HomeFitnessCode Walking Pad Treadmill, £127.49 (was £149.99)
If you want to keep on top of your cardio levels but find running a challenge, starting off with a walking pad like this is a great way to build up your fitness levels at your own speed whenever is convenient for you. You can simply wheel out the walking pad and start walking while you watch TV, listen to your audiobook or even whilst working. The wheels on the front make it easy to move around and store, and there’s eight different speed settings so you can slowly increase your fitness levels over time.
