Lifestyle: Fitness In Your Home

by / Monday, 25 June 2012 / Published in INSPIRATION STATION

So I think we’ve all noticed the spiking trend in working out and getting in shape these days. Especially in America, people are finally starting to realize the dangers we can put ourselves in if we do not stay healthy. Today I am going to share some ways to bring fitness into your home, whether it is an entire workout room or just some small changes around your home. There is always a solution to fit your budget.

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If you have the space and the money to do so, why not add a fitness center in your home? Then there really are no excuses for why you can’t get to the gym. You want to make sure that your gym looks like a place you are going to want to come back to. That might mean having bright lighting, hanging photos on the wall, or maybe even adding inspirational quotes on the walls. Whatever it is, make it something that will motivate you to keep coming back.

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Try putting your personal gym near a window so you have some nice scenery to look at rather than something like a plain old wall.

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Where space or money might be a challenge for entire fitness center in your home,  this is still no excuse to avoid a work out! You can always find room for equipment somewhere. The bathroom might be ideal, like the photo above.

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Another tip that can be really helpful is working out in front of a mirror. You tend to work harder when you are looking at yourself, and it is also helpful to make sure you are using the right form. So if you are planning a certain room or area of your home to be designated for working out, consider installing floor to ceiling mirrors.

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Have a home office? Try adding some work out equipment. You would be surprised how refreshing a 10-minute exercise break can be.

http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness_articles.asp?id=483

Think it’s a great excuse to not work out because you’re a new parent and just so busy? Think again! You can exercise with your baby! When they get older, try hiking or bike riding for some fun family exercise.
So basically, there are no excuses for not exercising. You can find so many different ways to stay active, even if it means taking the stairs instead of the elevator at work. Find your inspiration, and get your home ready for the new you. What are some ways that you are motivated to work out?

 

Ricci Jackson is a Certified Interior Decorator and founder of Your Design Partner.
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