The Singapore government reinstated Phase 2 (Heightened Alert) with the rise of Covid-19 cases on the island. This has once again put a wrench in outdoor activities, which means restaurants, gyms, and other public spaces remain restricted.
The Phase 2 restrictions particularly include the cessation of all strenuous indoor exercise classes. It includes individuals and group indoor sports and exercise activities. These measures will be in place till August 18, 2021. So you have limited options when it comes to following your fitness regime.
However, do not get lethargic now because the gyms have shut down. In fact, now is the time to develop a healthy exercise regimen at home and then follow it up once the gyms open up.
Even brands and fitness coaches do not want you to lose out on your fitness during the lockdown and there are multiple YouTube channels, apps and Zoom classes that have at-home workouts for women and men to make the most of your indoor time.
And to get you started, we've compiled a list of the top 15 such at home for women and men that are offered through workout app, channels and online classes.
15 At-Home Workouts For Women And Men
1. Chloe Ting
If you're interested in body targeted challenges, this free workout website will be your jam. Each workout session lasts for a cycle of 25-28 days and can range between 10-50 minutes per session. You can choose the workout of your liking and get on with the program.
2. Jump Rope Dudes
This is one of the best channels on YouTube as far as jump ropes go. From tips and trips for beginners to intense workouts for intermediates and experts, there's ample content to choose from.
The free jump rope workout range from about six minutes to 30 minutes, and are a great way to practice high-intensity interval training (HIIT). The best part about jump ropes is the flexibility to carry them anywhere. So, go ahead and give these a try.
3. Yoga with Adrienne
Exercise is not just about the body but also about rejuvenating the mind. Yoga with Adrienne brings that component into play with the online yoga classes.
Anchor in Hope and Yoga for Vulnerability focus on mental health, while you can choose yoga for weight loss and even back pain. Each session can last between 10 and 45 minutes.
4. The Be.Come Project
This website offers a new 25-minute workout routine on a weekly basis. It is great for both men and women and encourages its patrons to follow the new workout for all days of the week.
Here. you can learn about yoga, pilates, dance, that are all kid-friendly. If you are unsure, try the 10-day free trial first and then pay the monthly fee for their services.
5. Billy Blanks Tae Bo
The home video fitness star in the 1990s is still kicking it out of the park on YouTube. Let the 90s nostalgia kick in with some martial arts-inspired workout videos.
You can watch and learn from it for free on YouTube.
At Home Workouts For Women And Men: Websites You Can Follow
6. Bulldog Online
If you think yoga is your jam, the Bulldog Online website and app should definitely be a place to visit. It is a paid service and also brings gymming as part of the fitness cycle.
The website offers custom 30-day workout plans and you can take your workouts with you with the app. Make sure you follow the plan for the best results.
7. Bolly Dancing
If you like grooving to Bollywood music, here's something exciting for you to try. Bolly Dancing offers virtual Bolly Dazz Fitness, Zumba Fitness and other gym classes for $8 each.
It's a fun activity for all ages, so everyone can try it out at home.
8. Absolute Cycle
Don't like to walk too much? Try spinning instead with Absolute Cycle. It is one of the top spinning studios in Singapore and now have online spinning classes for you to follow.
They also have spin bikes up for rental that you can order if you feel committed to the cause.
9. Barry’s Bootcamp
If you're a fan of HIIT, Barry's Bootcamp offers a virtual red room that you can set up at home and stream Barry's At-Home group gym classes.
10. Fitness First
Fitness First remains one of the biggest gym chains in Asia and is now offering its members virtual workouts at $5. For members who thought their money is going to waste, the online option just might a great alternative.
At Home Workouts For Women And Men: Apps You Can Try
11. SWEAT by Kayla Itsines
Designed specifically for at home workouts for women and men, SWEAT requires minimal equipment and each session lasts about 30 minutes, allowing you to squeeze them in your day easily. The workout though is intense but worth the effort if you can commit to the program for over four months to start seeing results.
Plus, it has programmes for pregnant mums too!
12. Aaptiv
If you are more about being instructed while doing your workout, Aaptiv is the app to go for. The audio-based app offers thousands of classes spanning yoga, weight training, running and more.
The app adds 30 new classes every week, so there's plenty to choose from. Try out the 30-day free trial before signing up.
13. Couch2 to 5k
Phase 2 is a good time to think about developing that long-term fitness goal. And what better way to establish your fitness supremacy than running a 5k marathon. That's what Couch2 to 5k offers with the app promising the right way for those looking to start running.
The eight-week program will train you from walking to running at the right pace. There are three workout sessions per week that last 30-40 minutes each. So get off the couch and give this one a try.
14. Nike+ Run Club
Nike not only makes great sporting gear but the Nike+ Run Club app aims to encourage fitness as well. Designed for runners, the free app will help you track your runs, includes GPS maps, breakdown pace by mile or kilometre and analyses on how you're workout is turning out to be.
There are milestones within the app too, which further encourage you to train harder. You can also benefit from "guided runs" led by the top runners and coaches from around the world.
15. Fitness Blender
This is a boon to anyone pressed on time and is looking for quick workout videos. Fitness Blender has an app and website that can be accessed for free. It offers great workouts like 8-minute abs or 25-minute arms exercises.
Moreover, you can choose in the in-app services at an additional cost that brings personalised workout plans and even meals.
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