If the weather isn’t good or the gym is too busy, indoor workouts are a perfect alternative. But working out at home doesn’t have to be boring! Here are some ideas for indoor workouts that burn calories and are fun.
1. Dance workouts: Good mood and endurance training
Dancing gets your heart and muscles pumping – and puts you in a good mood. Whether Zumba, hip-hop or Latin dance, there are many dance workouts online for every level. Dance workouts increase stamina and at the same time promote the production of happiness hormones which provide a real mood boost.
2. Trampoline workouts: cardio that is easy on the joints
A small fitness trampoline offers intensive cardio training and is easy on the joints. Jumping improves balance and coordination and strengthens the legs, buttocks and core. Perfect for anyone who enjoys exercise and wants to boost their metabolism.
3. HIIT with body weight: Fast and effective
High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is ideal for intensive training in a short period of time. Exercises such as burpees or mountain climbers are performed in intervals and quickly push the body to its limits. HIIT workouts promote the “afterburn effect” which means that the body continues to burn energy for hours after the workout.
4. Boxing workouts: Burn off energy and reduce stress
Boxing not only trains the whole body but is also ideal for reducing stress. Punching combinations get your heart rate up and strengthen your arms, core and legs. A punching bag and boxing gloves can enhance the experience, but punching in the air also works great.
5. Animal moves: Creative body control
Animal moves such as “bear crawling” or “monkey hopping” are fun and work many muscle groups. These exercises promote strength, flexibility and coordination – ideal for anyone who wants to take a playful approach to exercise or who wants to encourage children to do a workout.
6. Virtual reality workouts: Exercise in a new dimension
With VR glasses, working out becomes an experience. Games like “Beat Saber” offer action-packed movements and make time fly by. VR workouts promote reaction and coordination and are fun because you often don’t even realize you’re exercising.
7. Hula hoop: Effective core training
A hula hoop is a fun and effective abdominal workout. Special fitness hoops are particularly effective for the core muscles and also train the legs and bottom. Hula hooping also improves posture and burns calories.
Conclusion: Indoor workouts for every taste
Indoor workouts offer numerous ways to stay fit at home. Whether it’s dance, HIIT or creative moves – there are many ways to integrate exercise into your everyday life and have fun at the same time. Try out what you enjoy the most and make training your daily highlight!
Would you like to find out more about this topic? The systematic review by Chavarrias M, Carlos-Vivas J, Collado-Mateo D, Pérez-Gómez J. examined the health benefits of indoor cycling in more detail.