The 5 essentials for exercising at home

Have you always hated sport?

The very thought of going to the gym gives you pimples?

Why not opt ​​in this case for the sport at home?

Indeed, even if practicing sport at home may be perceived a priori as a real challenge, it is not.

You just need a good pair of sneakers, suitable sports clothes, the right equipment, and above all a good dose of motivation!

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There is no longer any need to demonstrate that the practice of a regular sporting activity is good for health but also for morale!

Long advocated by the medical profession, sports practice has also become a real advertising leitmotif and the very essence of social networks.

Sport, you see it everywhere, all the time, and today you are ready to get started.

This is a first step!

If you are not comfortable with the idea of ​​launching yourself in an unknown universe (or almost), the sport at home allows you to apprehend it little by little, without breaking the bank and without needing multiple accessories. .

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What do I need to do my sport at home?

Sports at home and its many benefits

If you still hesitate to do your sport at home, here is a list (not exhaustive) of the advantages.

First of all, there is a definite financial gain.

Of course, it is necessary to equip yourself first for more comfort, but in the long term, your equipment will pay for itself.

In addition, for beginners, nothing is enough for the first sessions.

At the same time, if rigor is not your strong point, a subscription to a gym may be synonymous with loss of money.

Sometimes you just won't want to go, and you'll feel frustrated knowing that you're paying for a sports membership, which isn't the point!

At home, you will have the equipment available all the time, and you can move forward at your own pace, when you want, without any pressure!

Also in terms of your physical condition, for example, you can press pause during a coaching video, when you have to get used to the rhythm of others during group lessons… We breathe!

Finally, you have no time constraints.

Here again, going to the gym can be restrictive because it is difficult to squeeze between professional, family and personal lives.

Home fitness is warm and especially when you want / can!

What more could you ask for when your time and budget are tight?

How to do your sport well at home?

Now that you are convinced enough by the process, it is important to know what you need in the broad sense to play sports at home: quite simply time, peace of mind, a sports program to follow, and a specially dedicated space.

If you live in an apartment, rest assured: sport is absolutely possible!

In addition, you can perform some exercises on your balcony without any problem.

As for tranquility, choose a time of day according to your preferences: either in the morning, as soon as you wake up for the most determined of you, or then at the end of the day for those who prefer to let off steam. after a day's work.

The important thing is to place sport at the heart of your priorities without letting yourself be distracted by external stimuli.

You are also free to set the number of sessions.

To start gently, one to two sessions per week are recommended.

Once you get used to it, you can gradually increase the number until you find a pace that works best for you.

Everyone is different.

Do not set yourself an overly ambitious goal from the start, at the risk of disgusting you, which would be a shame!

Finally, in terms of the program to follow, you still enjoy a freedom of choice.

There are a lot of very comprehensive programs available on social networks (YouTube, Instagram), or you can use apps.

Be careful though, because most of them have to be paid for.

What should I buy to do my exercise at home?

To do your daily exercises, a few accessories may be necessary, but not essential.

At first glance, we think for example of the exercise bike.

Once installed at home, all you have to do is start burning calories while watching your favorite series.

A little expensive to buy, it is however formidable if you want to have a sheathed body without too complicating your routine.

We also obviously think of the floor mat, which is absolutely essential for all hit exercises, squats, abs, push-ups, etc.

It allows you not to hurt yourself and to be comfortably installed during training.

For the more adventurous who have the means, the home treadmill is a real asset for building muscle and maintaining your cardio easily, practicing medical rehabilitation, or simply walking when the weather is rainy and your legs itch.

The skipping rope, on the other hand, is often used by those who have little time, because it is not cumbersome and allows to work in a quite playful way many parts of the body.

Finally, small dumbbells are not too much, because they allow you to develop the upper body while gradually increasing physical strength.

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What equipment is needed to practice sports at home?

In terms of equipment to do your sport at home, these are essentials to carry out your daily routine in totally optimal conditions.

Obviously, we do not ignore a suitable sports outfit (a T-shirt and tracksuit do the trick), as well as a pair of comfortable sneakers.

At the same time, you can use your mobile phone, computer or television to broadcast a sports course online.

There you have it, you don't need anything more to start, you have no more excuses for not playing sports!

Especially since the legend often turns out to be true, namely that the sport can be difficult to practice at the beginning because it requires a certain mental will, but finally, after a few sessions, one could not do without it.

It would therefore be a shame to deprive yourself of it!

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