While quarantine restrictions are slowly lifting, many gyms still remain closed. Many of us are looking to drop those extra quarantine pounds. From at-home workouts to partner workouts, the Internet contains so many different ways to get active while staying safe.
Below are 10 effective and free YouTube workouts that require little or no equipment and can be done in limited space.
1. The 30-minute glowing-goddess
At the end of this yoga workout, you will feel like the glowing goddess/god you truly are. This video will leave you with a body-mind connection that will help for overall wellness. So, step out of your sweatpants and take some time to stretch and relax with this soothing yoga video. “I believe that in order to have a well-rounded fitness routine, one must strive for a body-mind connection that will help for overall wellness. Active meditation is absolutely essential to my physical fitness and body awareness—and it certainly helps me have the best mindset when I exercise, since it boosts focus and endurance,” said Marifé Quesada, junior at NYU Tisch School of the Arts’ New Studio on Broadway. In the background, watch the rolling tide as you focus on your breathing and meditate on your intentions. Fightmaster Yoga will leave you gleaming, grinning and glowing!
2. Chloe Ting’s Workouts
It’s all the rage! TikTok fans jumped on this new trend this summer. Chloe Ting, YouTube star and fitness enthusiast, owns a wide range of videos. “Chloe Ting workouts are my favorite because she does a variety and always leaves you sweating,” said Caitlyn Dye, a student at the College of Central Florida. You can view her individual workout videos or challenge yourself to one of her programs simply by following along. Her workout programs vary. These programs can range anywhere from two weeks to 25 days. With so much variety, you will be sure to find a video perfect for you. Each day of the programs include new videos, so with each day, you can progress along your path to some ultimate fitness routines.
3. POPSUGAR Fitness videos
PopSugar Fitness YouTube channel reaches over 4.5 million subscribers. PopSugar Fitness features a variety of the more traditional classes that you would normally take such as cardio, HIIT and pilates classes. “I really enjoy this one hip hop tabata workout from PopSugar fitness on their Youtube channel,” said Michelle Beno, a student at the College of Central Florida. “I would rate it a 10 out of 10.” The videos generally run either 15 minutes or 30 minutes, to an hour. PopSugar fitness organized its videos from Class FitSugar, Dance FitSugar, 30-minute workouts, beginner’s workouts, ab workouts, butt workouts, full-body workouts and no-equipment cardio workouts. After, watching just one of these videos you will feel like a 10 out of 10. With the wide selection of videos, there is something for everyone, no matter their current level of fitness
4. Booty Sculpting Workout with Anna Victoria
Looking to feel the burn and endure your next workout with someone? Anna Victoria, fitness blogger and certified personal trainer, does her workouts with you in real-time. So if you like to feel the pain and power through your workouts with a partner, then this is perfect for you. In her videos, she takes the time to explain in detail the different exercises and how they help your body. Her videos will make you feel as though you’re right back in the gym with your personal trainer.
5. FitnessBlender’s Kickboxing Workout
This 25-minute kickboxing cardio interval workout makes a great way to channel your inner ninja. Want to feel like the karate kid at home? Kick and punch your way through this workout to mainly target your legs, arms and core. It isn’t easy being a karate kickboxing champ. Get ready to “knockout” all your frustration during this video. This popular cardio intense workout has been viewed over 11 million times and will make you a certified ninja by the end of it.
6. Song Workouts by MadFit
We all hold our favorite songs near and dear to our hearts. Even more, we all love jamming out while working out. MadFit features videos that use your favorite, most popular pop songs. Each move perfectly synchronizes with the beat of each song. Bounce and dance around to over 50 song workouts with new popular songs like Justin Bieber’s “Love Yourself,” Drake’s “Tootsie Slide,” Britney Spears’ “Toxic” and The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights.” So, go ahead and get lost in the music all while getting in a bomb workout.
7. 10 Minute Ab Workout with Pamela Reif
Who actually likes doing sit-up after sit-up? Who actually likes not being able to laugh without it hurting the next day? No one. However, giving up 10 minutes a day is something we can all afford. Do this quick ab workout in the middle of Zoom calls or even while you make your coffee in the morning. This workout requires no equipment at all and only lasts 10 minutes. It is the quickest and easiest option!
8. 20 Minute No Equipment Partner Workout
Do you find yourself stuck inside with your quarantine crew? Does the gym seem a bit scary right now? No worries! BodyFit brings you a partner workout to do with your favorite quarantine buddy. Get some more quality time with your roommate or family by completing several partnered workouts together instead of alone. Strengthen that unbreakable quarantine bond. Instead of using equipment, simply use each other. Several exercises involve teamwork, so this video stands the perfect opportunity to strengthen your quarantine bond.
9. Yoga for Anxiety and Stress
Is the pandemic causing you and your loved ones stress and anxiety? Are your worries consuming your entire day? Take half an hour for yourself. Relax, stretch and breathe. Forget your troubles for 30 minutes. You can even do it daily, making it a part of your routine. As of right now, stress and anxiety stand at an all-time high for everyone across the world. This video will not only allow you to get in your daily exercise, but it will also allow you to unwind and release your stress.
10. Two Minute Moves: Standing Desk Workout – 5 Exercises to do at Work
Can’t get out of a Zoom meeting? Have too much work on your plate? You need to get up and get going. It only takes five minutes and five moves. So, what are you waiting for? The benefits of these moves will give you more energy, better productivity, less body stiffness, a stronger core, stronger glutes and flexible spine which will lead to less back pain at your desk.
