Summer’s been swingin’ and so has swimsuit season. You know what they say: suns out, guns out. Skies out, thighs out. Heat’s off…A/C is ON. Definitely ON. While summer is a great time to keep up with your workouts, the heat can be a definite turn off when you want to get outside and be active. Luckily, we’ve found some awesome indoor alternatives to turning yourself into “hot stuff” without melting in the great outdoors. Check out these easy indoor workouts for keeping up with that summer beach bod year round!
Silent But Deadly – Got some time to kill? This video is the perfect solution for keeping your neighbors happy too. Low impact and steady, it’s a high-quality 40-minute circuit sure to leave you more tired than Sleeping Beauty.
Bodyrock.tv – Looking for a basic cardio workout? What about body weight? This chick has been rocking it on the web for years, and has practically every category of fitness covered. Choose one of her workouts and get ‘er done.
Kayla Itsines – Talk about being internationally instafamous. Kayla Itsines is a fitness guru from Australia that has made it big via social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. Now, she even has her own app called Sweat With Kayla! Follow her on Instagram for plenty of free workouts and fitspiration, or try a seven day trial for free.
Fitness Blender – Along with this awesome Quiet Cardio Workout, Fitness Blender has options that target every body part and at every level of intensity, from your lower body and upper body, to your abs. These videos make it easy to shake up your workout with something different every day.
Tiny Gym Equipment – No, we’re not talking about “gym equipment made for ants.” If you need a little more motivation than just throwing on workout clothes, we’re here to help! Create your own tiny gym in the center of your living room with these 11 equipment options that are not too big, not to small, but juuuuust right.
12 Minute Killer – Don’t let the fact that this workout is only 12 minutes fool you – it’s no joke. No equipment needed, your legs will be wishing you had gone outside!
Yoga with Adriene – Whether you’re a beginner or practically a professional yogi, these videos will work wonders on improving flexibility. Bonus: these exercises are super quiet (i.e. neighbor-friendly) and don’t require much space (i.e. studio apartment-friendly)!
Want a few other exercise options that don’t require a wi-fi connection? Willing to venture outdoors? Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Use the stairs. Set a goal and run a certain number of flights as sprints. Want lower impact? Walking them will still burn plenty of cals.
- Swim a lap. If you are going to head outdoors, swim laps when it’s least busy. Even treading water is a significant way to work up a sweat.
- Walk, run, or jog around your complex or neighborhood. It’s a great way to explore a new place…just don’t get lost.
- Invest in a bike and ride it to places that you’d normally drive; it’s a workout and vehicle in one.
- Spend time with your furry friend. What a “ruff” exercise! If you’re a dog owner, take your pup for a walk. An active pup is a happy pup.
If you’ve gone through this list and just can’t live without an elliptical or a treadmill that includes watching reality television…it’s alright. We’ve all been there. Luckily, it’s easy to find an apartment with a gym or any other amenity that fits your needs on ApartmentSearch.com! Want more fitness and fun? Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter for tips and tricks for rocking apartment life!
