With COVID-19 causing nation-wide lockdown and the need for social distancing isolating most of us in quarantine, going to gyms to workout has simply not been an option. Gyms, along with restaurants, bars, pools, schools, places of work, and numerous other establishments, have been closed in the name of public safety. Of course, these measures are necessary for flattening the curve and reducing deaths due to the virus, but it also means that many people’s workout routines have been upended. Therefore, working out from home has become the new normal.
I am a runner, so a lot of my exercise routine has been able to stay the same because I can just go on runs outside. However, it gets boring to do this every day, and many people don’t enjoy running as a form of exercise. That’s why I’ve been taking full advantage of Youtube to vary my workout routine, and I’ve compiled a list of my favorite workout videos that are free, accessible, and easy to do from home. None of them require weights or equipment. I’ve tried to vary my selections in terms of length and type of workout, so hopefully there is something here for everyone!
Kickboxing
One of my favorite types of workout videos has lately been kickboxing. I’ve found it to be entertaining, challenging, and less boring than many other ways of getting cardio in. Here’s some of my favorites:
30-Minute, Kickboxing-Inspired Dance Cardio Workout by POPSUGAR Fitness
45-Minute Epic Cardio Boxing Workout by POPSUGAR Fitness
45-Minute Cardio Kickboxing Boot Camp by POPSUGAR Fitness
Dance
Dancing is another way to get in some exercise in a fun way! These videos aren’t dance routines for actual trained dancers, so don’t worry if you aren’t a ballerina. I, for one, am not a dancer, but I find these videos fun and completely doable.
30-Minute Feel Good Dance Cardio Workout by POPSUGAR Fitness
45-Minute Cardio Dance and Toning Workout Mashup by POPSUGAR Fitness
Dance Cardio Workout – 40 Minutes Dance Cardio by HTWM Health Tips Workout & Motivation
Pilates/Barre
If you’re not into cardio, don’t worry! Here are some of my favorite workouts that focus more on toning and strength.
30-Minute Selena Gomez Workout by POPSUGAR Fitness
High-Intensity Workout That Fuses Cardio and Pilates Moves by POPSUGAR Fitness
30-Minute No-Equipment Barre Sculpting Workout by POPSUGAR Fitness
General Full-Body
Here are some other options for just getting in a great workout. These are very straightforward and will have you sweating and out of breath!
45-Minute Killer Workout by POPSUGAR Fitness
30-Minute Full-Body HIIT Workout by POPSUGAR Fitness
15-Minute HIIT Full Body Workout by Sami Clarke
I hope that whoever you are and whatever your favorite type of workout is, you can find something on this list you like. And remember, this is only a tiny fraction of the workout videos out there for free on Youtube! It’s never been easier to workout from home.
