3 Ways to Stay in Shape in An Expensive City

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Ariel H
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If you live in an expensive city, one expense you may not be able to afford is a gym membership. If staying fit is important to you, there are ways besides for going to the gym to be active and they won’t break the bank. Here are three ways to get a workout in an expensive city without stepping foot inside a gym.

Work Out Outside

Enjoy the fresh air and try working out outside! If you’re having trouble getting into running, join a running group or you could always do some bodyweight exercises at a park or playground.

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Still nothing definitive regarding the reopening of gyms in NYC 😢 It’s really starting to get to me especially for lower body workouts. But to be honest, I think I’m starting to prefer open air workouts for upper body! The parks and playground are full of various benches, small tables and bars to support a whole host of push-up and pull-up variations! I finished off today’s workout with banded incline tricep push-ups…crazy tricep pump!!! – – Curious about virtual personal training? Email me now to arrange your complimentary session! – Daniel Jannuzzi Personal Training: [email protected] djpersonaltrainer.com – – #upperbodyworkout #resistancebands #triceppushups #pushup #pushupvariation #outdoorworkout #parkworkout #virtualpersonaltrainer #virtualpersonaltraining #onlinepersonaltrainer #onlinepersonaltraining #athomeworkouts #workoutathome #nyc #nyctrainer #nycpersonaltrainer

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At-Home Workout

During the pandemic, we’ve gotten used to working out at home. All you need is a yoga mat, some resistance bands, and free weights. Just turn on a YouTube workout video and you’re all set to start exercising.

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Times are tough. Working out at home isn’t ideal. I realize this isn’t an option for everyone, but for those who can manage it, here are some tips: 1. Pick a time and place where you’ll be disturbed the least. For some that may be working out at a different time than you’re used to but it will help you get a better workout. 1. Use what you’ve got. Exercise equipment is in short supply. Whether you’re working out with your body or one set of dumbbells or a single med ball, you can find a lot of exercises to do. 3. Challenge yourself. Make your sets longer. Add reps. Elevate your feet. Balance on one foot. Change your stance. There are so many ways to make basic moves progress. Same for regression. 4. Follow a plan. Get an online trainer (I know a great one 😉). Or follow YouTube videos. Get an app, there’s ton. Don’t go in all Willy nilly or you’ll just end up frustrated. 5. Get some accountability. A trainer, a friend, your partner, post online. Whatever you need to do to check in will keep you going. Again, working out at home won’t be doable for everyone but for many it can be done. How are you going to make it happen? . . . . #homeworkout #athomeworkouts #workout #wod #fitnessfriday #flexfriday #fridayfitness #friyay #athleisure #ootd #trainer #fitgirl #fitspiration #igfit #igfitness #fitmom

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Find a Digital Trainer

If you’re new to working out, turn to YouTube, Pinterest, and apps to find at-home workouts. There are tons of trainers online that have free videos and apps are a great way to get a ton of exercises for little costs.