As in many other areas of our lives, the coronavirus pandemic has been felt in the way we play sports. After the period of detention, not only were many people encouraged to move, but more and more people were doing so without leaving their homes. But what is the first thing to keep in mind when exercising at home? Personal trainer Juanjo Rodríguez points out that you should start with “working the base and the most important parts of our body: buttocks and abdomen. When we have these strong areas, it is more difficult to hurt ourselves. “
With the right equipment, advice and planning, you can achieve the same results as training, for example, in a gym. To get started, there are endless video tutorials or applications on training routines on the Internet to set different goals. Rodríguez, who also has a website that contains training sessions for different levels, is in favor trained on the basis of “the objectives we have and our characteristics. Don’t do sessions “. As he explains, working without a guide can cause two problems: “We can hurt ourselves and our goals may not reach or take too long to achieve.”
In order to be consistent and not to give up a few days from the beginning, the personal trainer advises you “wear simple and easy-to-perform routines. The important thing at the beginning is to challenge yourself to train. Look for challenges or mini challenges so that our minds feel satisfied. The first goal is to win the fight against our minds. “
At the time of creation a basic equipment to train at homeRodríguez points out that his team usually recommends the following materials: “low or medium weights for arm work, high weights for leg work (there may also be disc bars); Miniband; elastic bands and TRX or similar ”. If, in addition to strength, impact exercises are performed, it would also be important to get “good shoes that have a sole that covers the entire foot.”
Taking into account these recommendations, from COUNTRY Showcase we have made a selection of products that can be purchased online and that fit different budgets.
Neoprene dumbbells, different weights
Due to their neoprene layer, these weights have a high sliding capacity. They are safe and easy to handle to be incorporated into various exercises and use a hexagonal structure to achieve greater stability. You can choose from a wide variety of weights and colors (from 1 kg to 10 kg dumbbells). They are suitable for different levels and routines. On Amazon, users gave it a rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Buy from € 44.99 on Amazon
Weighted weights on the wrist or ankle
Another way to incorporate weight into strength exercises is through weights that can be attached to your wrists, arms or ankles. This is the case for these weights which are screwed and fastened with a velcro. They are available in pairs or in packages of different weights: from 0.5 to 6 kilograms. They are suitable for running or exercising fitness or rehabilitation, as they allow controlled movements. They have an ergonomic shape to better fit the extremities.
Buy for € 12.99 on Amazon
Kettlebell or Kettlebell, different weights
It is a versatile and easy to use weight that is suitable for both beginner and professional training. Ideal for a wide range of exercises fitness, core or the development of speed or muscular endurance. You can choose between the 4.16, 20 or 24 kilogram model, and the price varies depending on the selected one. It is made of 100% steel and has a regulating handle. It is a product that has been rated by Amazon users with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. When you buy it, you get an interactive work routine with 20 exercises.
Buy from € 47.99 on Amazon
Set bar weights
It’s a two-in-one product that lets you convert dumbbells into a bar whenever you want. You can choose between the 20-kilogram package or the 30-kilogram package, and the set includes 2.5-kilogram and 1.25-kilogram iron plates to be added progressively. They are equipped with non-slip handles to ensure optimal grip, and the balls have a diameter of 30 millimeters. With them you can perform full body or isolation exercises. On Amazon, this product exceeds 1,300 ratings and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Buy from € 114.95 on Amazon
Set five elastic bands
Made with high quality natural latex, these elastic bands are durable and can keep their elasticity longer. They offer different levels of endurance, which are distinguished by colors, to suit the specific needs of each exercise and each moment. It is a very comfortable material because it weighs heavily or takes up space, so it can be easily transported from one place to another. Adapts to workouts fitness, yoga, pilates or strength exercises. A storage bag is included with the five straps.
Buy for € 10.99 on Amazon
pack of elastic bands with straps
A very complete set that consists of five resistance bands, with different colors and different voltages. In addition, it incorporates two padded handles, two ankle straps, a door anchor and a carrying case. 100% wear-resistant natural latex was used in its manufacture. “The quality of the troops is quite good and does not spoil with use (…) You can perform a wide variety of exercises. If you have to increase endurance in an exercise, you can combine several bands “, explains this Amazon user who has already bought them.
Buy for € 29.98 on Amazon
Set of non-slip elastic bands
These are very durable strips, which are made of a type of high quality cotton and polyester fabric. They also have a width that makes them particularly comfortable as it prevents them from rolling while in use. The batch consists of three bands and each of them adapts to different levels of resistance. By placing them in different parts of the body, you can do knee bends, side or back and forth walks, arm and back stretches, etc. They are accompanied by a bag to store and transport them.
Buy for € 14.44 on Amazon
Portable TRX system
With this TRX travel set you can train anywhere, anytime. It consists of a suspension training belt, indoor and outdoor anchors, two training guides and a mesh bag. To start the training, you can anchor it on any door, beam, tree or pole in a few seconds and you can perform all kinds of exercises by pushing, pulling or rotating the ropes. This kit exceeds 5,500 ratings on Amazon and gets an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Buy from € 117.23 on Amazon
Kit suspension training
This set of accessories is ideal for endurance or muscle toning. Suspension training is very complete because with it you can strengthen the muscles of the back, chest, abdomen, arms or legs. It includes the anchors needed to fix it at different points, and its installation is very simple. It adapts to any level of training and those who have tried it define it as very practical: “Good quality product, ideal for training wherever you have a good anchor (…) A good alternative to avoid going to the gym” , indicates, for example, this Amazon user.
Buy for € 43.99 on Amazon
* Recommendations so that online order deliveries can be made with complete safety for distributors and customers indicate that direct contact between the two should be avoided, maintaining a safe distance and washing hands after opening the package. All deliveries are instructed to be extremely careful.
* All purchase prices included in this item are current as of January 19, 2021.
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