Starting a workout routine is hard! So congratulations on taking the first step and deciding you want to put one into place! Personally, I think working out from home is the way to go. I love the convenience of it plus I never feel I have to compete with anyone besides myself. Let’s be real, it’s also great if you don’t have a cute (clean) new outfit, there’s no one there to judge you! Ok, so now onto how to start your at home workout routine. There are only a few pieces of equipment needed to get you going in no time!

Equipment Needed

1. Weights
   • Adding strength training into your at home workout routine is super important
   • I would suggest incorporating 3 days of strength training
   • Get a good variety to get started with 1lb, 3lb, 5lb, 8lb, 10lb, 12lb 
   • You may not think 1 -3 lb weights will do anything but if you’re looking to follow a Barre program, TRUST ME, 1lb weights will be plenty. 
   • Check out these: Lighter Weight Option. Heavier Weight Option
2. Yoga Mat
   • Obviously great for yoga days, which I recommend doing on the weekends. If you can do it Saturday and Sunday great. It’s a great way to recharge your body and get it ready for the week ahead. 
   • Also, the mat is great for making sure you don’t slip on your floor. If you have a wood floor use it for extra support for moves that make you head to the ground to complete.
   • My recommendation: Yoga Mat
3. Resistance Bands
   • These bring so much burn!
   • Perfect to work your muscles in a different ways with minimal movements. 
   • My recommendation: Resistance Bands
4. A Program to Follow
   • Online
     • YouTube
     • BeachBody
     • Tone it Up
     • Peloton App
   • Pinterest 
     • A great way to search for some workouts that you can do.
     • Just make sure you’re rotating through your muscle groups / types of workouts you’re doing during the week. 
     • You don’t want to constantly just be doing core or booty workouts.

Well there you have it friends! I told you only a few items were needed and you’d be on your way. I hope now you have everything you need to get started with your at home workout routine! Let me know what you found to be useful in the comments below!

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