{"id":1870,"date":"2016-12-06T06:40:23","date_gmt":"2016-12-06T06:40:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.adityabirlahealth.com\/?p=1870"},"modified":"2025-03-03T12:13:38","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T06:43:38","slug":"5-must-have-fitness-items-for-working-out-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adityabirlacapital.com\/healthinsurance\/active-together\/2016\/12\/06\/5-must-have-fitness-items-for-working-out-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Home Gym Items: Essential Equipment For A Complete Workout"},"content":{"rendered":"

Working out at home has many advantages such as saving time by eliminating the commute, saving money on expensive gym memberships and the flexibility to workout at your preferred time. All you need to do is invest in some fitness gear and you can transform a corner of your living room into your very own home gym.<\/p>\n

Here are 5 essential items for your home workout sessions that are also easy on your pocket:<\/p>\n

1. Stability Ball<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Commonly referred to as a Swiss Ball or a balance ball or even a yoga ball, this versatile and simple piece of workout equipment is an essential part of every home gym. From core building to yoga, there no limit to the kind of exercises you can do with a stability ball. It\u2019s one of the best and most enjoyable ways to work out at home and you can squeeze a quick workout even as you watch television.<\/p>\n

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2. Kettlebells<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Kettlebells offer the advantage of cardio, strength and flexibility in a single workout. They target a wide range of muscles, as compared to dumbbells. Also thanks to their small size and portability, they can be used easily even in small spaces.<\/p>\n

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3. Skipping Rope<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Did you know that skipping burns nearly 10 calories a minute? According to Science Daily,\u00a010 minutes of skipping is the equivalent of running an 8-minute mile. Besides improving your cardiovascular system, skipping also tones your legs, arms and shoulders.<\/p>\n

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4. Yoga Mats<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The yoga mat provides you with better support when performing yoga poses. Not only is it easy to fold and store but its also inexpensive and widely available across different sports and fitness stores.<\/p>\n

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5. Resistance Bands<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Resistance bands are excellent for strengthening the arm bones and muscles. They help in improving balance, reducing joint pain, and making the body more flexible. Resistance bands are light in weight and easily portable and give you a great workout.<\/p>\n

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