As the temperatures drop, it’s a great time to strategize your fitness routines for the upcoming season. If you’re missing your warm-weather activities like outdoor workouts and bike rides, there are ways to keep your exercise regimen exciting during the colder months.
Fitness expert Beverley Cheng has developed a range of workout videos for CBC Life, and we’ve compiled the top ones to help you transition your workouts indoors. These 25- to 30-minute sessions require minimal equipment, usually items you can find around your home, making them convenient for home workouts. So, grab your mat and water bottle and prepare to break a sweat during the cozy season!
If you’re yearning for your outdoor runs, a cardio routine like the one linked here can give you a heart-pumping workout without needing a treadmill. For a more intense cardio session that also targets your core, consider trying this tabata workout for a challenging sweat session.
For a low-impact full-body workout suitable for beginners or days when you want a gentler exercise routine, check out this chair workout that utilizes only your body weight and a chair. To ramp up the intensity, there’s another more demanding full-body routine you can try.
To add variety to your workouts, consider incorporating a low-impact towel workout that utilizes a towel as a slider and resistance tool. It’s a fun way to engage different muscle groups while keeping things interesting.
When you’re feeling sore, low-impact exercises can help you keep moving. Additionally, an intense core workout that requires no equipment and eliminates the need for traditional crunches can provide a solid challenge for your abdominal muscles.
If you’re limited on space and equipment, a simple full-body workout using only resistance bands and a mat can be a great option for small living spaces. For a focused lower-body burn, try a routine that combines high reps with a resistance band to target your legs and glutes effectively.