Invest In Versatile Equipment: To make your exercise more efficient

When it comes to an at-home workout routine that will help you make gains, it's a good idea to invest in some equipment. Don't worry - this doesn't mean spending a fortune on your own home gym! There's some really versatile equipment out there that allows you to get all the workout benefits of weight-lifting, without needing the heavy weights.

Our recommended home equipment would be:

Resistance bands:

Resistance bands are large rubber bands that can be used to increase resistance in a workout and strengthen muscles. They come in a variety of lengths and tensions, and you can get a pack of three that includes light, medium, and heavy bands. And the best part? You can pack them in your suitcase to work out while you travel.

Workout plan:

Banded pulse squat: Wrap a mini band above your knees and stand with feet hip-width apart, sink into a squat and pulse for 60 seconds, rest 15 seconds before repeating.

Banded bicep curl: Use your big band and place your feet on the middle of it, standing up straight. Hold either end of the band in each hand and perform 12 bicep curls before resting.

Banded bicycle crunch: Lie back on the floor and place a small band around your feet, raise them in the air and engage a crunch position while moving your feet in a bicycle motion for 60 seconds.

Ankle and wrist weights: 

Add more oomph to your bodyweight workouts and HIIT training by adding a little bit of weight. These weights can be strapped to your ankles or wrists, turning even the lightest jog into a muscle-building activity. Include them in your jumping jacks and burpees to really get your heart pumping.

Workout plan:

Arm raises: Stand with your arms straight by your sides with wrist weights attached. Slowly raise your arms to shoulder height before gradually dropping them down again. Repeat for 60 seconds.

Leg raises: Attach your weights to your ankles and stand straight. Slowly raise one straight leg behind you as high as possible, lower again, and repeat 12 times before switching legs.

Russian twists: Attach your weights to your wrists and lie down on the floor. Carefully raise your legs and engage your core before twisting your upper body, touching elbows on the floor on each side. Do for 60 seconds then rest for 15.

A jump rope: 

Who knew that this playground classic could be the ultimate fat burner? Having a jump rope around the house means that anytime can be workout time. Whether you're watching your favorite show or waiting for dinner to finish cooking in the oven - a quick burst on the jump rope is sure to improve your cardiovascular health.

Workout plan:

Basic jump: Hold either end of the jump rope in each hand, spin and jump on the spot!

Alternating jump: Do the same basic motion with the rope while you jog on the spot.

Step jump: While jumping the rope jump from side to side to up the cardio power of the workout.

Foam Roller

foam rolling is a type of self-massage that allows you to alleviate tightness or trigger points — a super focused spot of tight muscle, aka muscle knots — by using a piece of equipment known as a foam roller.

Workout plan:

Quads：Bracing yourself with your upper body and core, begin to slowly roll down the roller until it reaches just above your knees. Then, roll in the opposite direction until you reach your hip flexors.

Upper back：Begin by lying on your back with the foam roller positioned underneath your upper back. Your knees should be bent with your feet flat on the floor and your arms can either be down by your sides or crossed in front of your chest.Slowly start to roll up and down between your lower neck and mid-back.

If you thought working out at home was impossible, hopefully, this article has proven you wrong! An at-home workout can be just as effective as a workout at the gym. You can build muscle, improve your heart health, and work on your overall fitness - all without walking out the front door. So no excuses, next time you get 10 minutes of spare time get that body moving!