Every year it’s the same old story.
We gorge ourselves with food over the holidays and “promise” we’ll get in shape as soon as the New Year kicks in. And although many of us do start hitting the gym on January 1st, it’s hard to stay motivated for 365 days. This is because going to the gym can be expensive, time consuming, and hard. And when it gets too hard, we quit.
But it doesn’t have to be this way.
Working out at home not only makes getting in shape easy; it’s also affordable, interesting, and fun.
Forget about spending money on a gym membership and bring the gym to you. Here are the best products to keep you motivated all year long:
Proform 505 CST Treadmill
Cardiovascular activity is an essential component of getting and staying in shape. Unfortunately, it’s also the most popular exercise at the gym and it’s not uncommon to wait for a machine to become available.
Installing a treadmill inside your home solves this problem because it allows you to work up a sweat whenever you feel like it. A quick 15-minute jog before breakfast will guarantee your metabolism is fired up all day and will also help you stay consistent with your workouts.
Bowflex SelecTech Adjustable Dumbell
Another important part of getting in shape is strength training because the more muscle you have, the more fat you’ll burn off. But if you think you need an entire room full of weights to get a good workout you’re mistaken.
An adjustable dumbbell replaces dozens of pieces of equipment and hardly takes up any space. By simply turning a dial you can adjust resistance and gradually increase your strength without having to clutter your workout space. And because this dumbbell is made of plastic, you won’t have to worry about clanging metal plates – a huge plus if noise is a concern.
Wacces Deluxe Doorway Pull-Up Bar
Perhaps the best piece of workout equipment you can install inside your home is a pull-up bar. Pull-ups are one of the oldest (and best) exercises for building strength and will also increase your muscular endurance. Don’t underestimate this simple exercise!
This pull-up bar supports up to 300 pounds and can also be used for a variety of other bodyweight exercises including: chin-ups, push-ups, sit-ups, dips, and leg-raises. If saving space and money are your primary concern, then a pull-up bar is the only piece of equipment to give you so much variety. Just throw in some squats and you’ll have yourself a full-body workout without leaving your room.
Six Star Pro Nutrition Whey Protein
Whey protein contains all the essential amino acids required to build muscle mass. And while consuming a healthy diet should be at the top of your health checklist, protein supplementation should be a close second.
There have been numerous studies that prove whey protein supplements speed up the muscle-building process. This particular powder also throws in some glutamine to help you recover from your workouts so you’ll be able to notice the benefits right away.
MaritzMayer All Natural Garcinia Cambogia
Garcinia Cambogia is one of the most popular supplements for people who are trying to lose weight and could be the solution for getting rid of stubborn belly fat. These pills aren’t necessary to get in shape but they will help you reach your goals faster if you’re working out consistently and eating a healthy diet.
These pills are also purported to increase serotonin levels and promote a positive mood – an often overlooked aspect of sticking with your fitness plan. Other possible benefits include lowered cholesterol, more energy, and a faster metabolism.
Vitagoods Bluetooth Desktop Blood Pressure Monitor
It’s important to speak with your doctor before starting any workout or diet plan. It’s also crucial to monitor your blood pressure once you start exercising because hypertension is a major health problem.
Thankfully, high blood pressure can be treated effectively once detected and this blood pressure monitor makes it easy to do so. Don’t wait before it’s too late and monitor any significant changes in your health so you can adjust accordingly.
Instant Pot Programmable Pressure Cooker
Eating a healthy diet is the cornerstone of good health. And if you don’t want to spend hours cooking inside the kitchen, a pressure cooker will save you a lot of time – it will also make just about anything you can think of.
Whether you want to make hearty soups, protein-packed meat stews, or nutrient-rich brown rice medleys; this pressure cooker can handle it and much more. Don’t waste time cooking when you can be working out instead!
NuWave Pro Digital-Controlled Infrared Tabletop Oven
Along with having a pressure cooker, a tabletop oven will increase your cooking power without increasing your cooking time. And this oven combines the power of conduction, convection, and infrared technology to make sure everything you cook is just to your liking.
Don’t let its small size fool you. This tiny tabletop oven may only be 16-inches tall, but it can still cook a 16-pound turkey! It also uses 70% less energy than traditional ovens and is dishwasher-safe – making it easier than ever to broil, roast, grill, bake, toast, barbecue, steam, and even dehydrate without the hassle.
Omega Vertical Masticating Heavy Duty Juicer
For those of you who are short on time and need a quick meal on-the-go, nothing is better than a healthy glass of juice. Even if you don’t like fruits and vegetables, you’ll love how convenient having a juicer is.
This juicer is heavy duty so you can throw in just about anything you want inside of it and make yourself a glass of nutritious goodness. It also has a contemporary and compact design so you can leave it on your kitchen counter without it being an eyesore.
Ozeri Epicurean Digital Kitchen Scale
Besides eating healthy foods, monitoring your portion control guarantees you don’t gain any unwanted weight. And if you have to measure your food, you might as well do it in style with a nice-looking scale.
This scale looks more like a work of art than a kitchen accessory but is extremely accurate thanks to its unique design. And because it can measure food in increments of one gram or one ounce, you’ll be able to fine-tune your diet unlike ever before.
What do you think? What will you use to stay in shape for 2015? Let us know in the comments below!
