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1. A weighted fitness hoop about to ~turn~ up your workout. Reviewers say this is great for not only strengthening your core but also relieving back aches from sitting for too long.
Promising review: "I saw these on TikTok, and I wanted to try it because I HATE working out. But y’all — I received mine today and it was so easy, AND SO FUN. I can feel it working cause it makes my whole body tired when I stop. Very easy to put together, and it’s easier than an actual fitness hoop. I was skeptical at first because I always buy workout stuff then shove it in my closet and never use it again — but I can already tell I’m going to use this everyday. I love it, and I’m excited to start seeing results. 🥰🥰" —Mookie
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in 14 colors).
2. An illustrated yoga mat here to help guide you through a yoga flow without having to venture out to a class or have an instructor at all. You'll be able to see exactly how the poses look and use it to switch up your practice, keeping your workout fresh and fun.
The mat is 24” wide x 68" long and 5mm thick! It's made with a moisture-wicking material that'll keep sweat at bay and is great for hot yoga, too.
Promising reviews: "I use this mat more than I ever took classes. Not sure if it is good for beginners, but if you have basic class instruction already, it gives you a great sequence of moves you are familiar with. Most I can do, a few I have never done." —Mng Parker
"This mat is great for a quick guide to various yoga poses. The length, thickness, and comfort makes it a great purchase. I look forward to many future uses." —Baglady
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in eight colors).
3. A set of gold-tone 3-pound dumbbells because aesthetically-pleasing workout equipment *can* help you get excited for a strength workout. And as a bonus, you can leave them out as decor because they'll look nice in your home (and maybe seeing them more will also motivate you to workout).
Promising review: "They’re so pretty! Blogilates really put a lot of thought into the design. Comfortable soft cushioned grip, beautiful pink and gold colors. It makes me actually want to work out!" —Mky
Get them from Target for $11.99+ (also available in a 5-pound set).
4. Push-up bars you'll have ~a-round~ for a long time because they'll make doing push-ups on the floor more comfortable and also an even better workout. The handles let you get a good grip and then rotate as you go down, so you don't slip or slide at all. These are also great for anyone who's still working on their push-up game (it's okay, I am too) because they work just as well if you're on your knees.
Promising review: "The first time I used them, I felt burn (the good kind) in the back/neck area. I looked up a diagram of musculature online, and it corresponded precisely with the trapezius muscles. I know that a product can't cure lazy, but knowing that I'm doing push-ups the right way and being able to feel the results makes me want to do more push-ups." —mcba
Get them from Amazon for $31.99.
5. A Booty Kicker because barre class is great, but those class prices start to add up fast. If you invest in this, you'll have all the equipment you need to practice at home (and won't have to rely on your not-so-sturdy kitchen chair). Plus, it folds flat so you can keep it out of sight (and out of mind) when you're not in class.
And I can't forget to mention one of the coolest features: It has a dumbbell rack at the bottom that fits 1-pound, 2-pound, and 3-pound weights. How cool is that?!?
Promising review: "I'll be honest...I bought this on a whim and then didn't put it together for months. I almost returned it because I hadn't used it, but I'm so glad I didn't. I LOVE THIS BARRE. I look forward to using it every day (and I really don't care to work out generally). It's so fun to use and you can find so many barre classes online for FREE. It's also super easy to fold up and store and for me, that's super important because I live in a tiny space. This is THE best workout tool." —Kathryn
Get it from Amazon for $109.99.
6. Quiet Punch — a smart punching bag designed to fit into any doorway, giving you an easy, convenient, and quiet way to release your stress without needing a whole punching bag in your home.
Quiet Punch is a small business started to make boxing accessible for all!
Plus, the punching bag comes with access to the Quiet Punch Play app, which has more than 100 hours of on-demand training and workout routines, meaning even beginners can use this equipment.
Promising review: "I have a really hard time self-motivating when it comes to exercising. But since I’ve gotten the Quiet Punch play system, I have felt totally excited and motivated to use it daily and have really noticed a difference in my energy, strength and endurance. The bag is really easy to use, convenient for any space (especially small spaces like apartments), and installing it couldn’t be easier. I love being able to track my punches and the amount of content online; training videos, technique how-tos, and live classes provide so many great options for work outs. I just downloaded the app, which is amazing, and I am so happy with the positive changes in my mood as a result of this awesome product. Highly recommend!!" —Elizabeth K
Get it from Quiet Punch for $140 (originally $150; also available with a punch tracker).
7. A Stealth core trainer perfect for anyone who needs a little extra motivation to get a workout in. This genius tool is a video game balancing board where you use your abs to get high scores. How cool is that?!?
Don't forget to download the app before you get started so you can play the four free games!
Stealth Fitness is a small business that created this to help make working out fun.
Promising review: "I really don't enjoy exercise. Using this board, with the app, has made planking more tolerable. I like that it's game based, so that I can feel more like I'm playing a game than exercising. And I will say, the games make me want to go back and do more so that I can better my score. A nice way to make planking a little less dull and a little less like an exhausting routine." —Ally Cat
Get it from Amazon for $149.
8. A yoga wheel to help you increase your mobility and strengthen inversion as you flow through your practice. It works to not only stretch your back but also release tension along your spine.
Promising review: "I love this wheel, and I received it less than a week ago! I was worried at first since being close to 200 lbs, I didn’t think it could hold my weight, but it does very well. I have lower back pain and have been to a chiropractor, physical therapy, and have taken pain meds, but this is the only thing that has brought me the quickest pain relief. I actually look forward to getting up in the morning and using this to relieve the tension in my low back. I do feel with the other methods I’ve tried that I’m healing, but I am certain that this wheel has been the most effective pain relief for me. I use this wheel in combination with some exercises specifically for low back pain relief. I've used this for less than a week, and I feel close to how I felt before suffering from low back pain. I would recommend this to anyone. I also plan to continue to use this as part of my daily stretching routine even after my back heals." —kit
Get it from Amazon for $26.47+ (available in 10 colors and sizes).
9. A NordicTrack exercise bike worth the investment because you'll be able to have a great cycling session no matter the weather outside. It has a touchscreen display that stimulates the ride, 22 resistance levels, and three pound weights so you can cross-train! Plus, it comes with a 30-day iFit membership trial so you can stream live and on-demand workouts.
Promising review: "My husband and I were looking for something to stimulate our motivation to exercise. We love biking but recently moved to a very hilly area. Because of bad knees and our age, biking is very difficult. After doing a lot of research, we found the NordicTrack Commercial Studio Cycle.
This bike makes exercising something to look forward to doing. The rides are so interesting and various. Love that the two of us are able to save each of our own stats, as we each like different themes. Another feature we like is the fact that the bike simulates the ride you are watching. Additionally, if the going gets too hard on my knees, the bike lets me change it for a more comfortable ride. All in all, I would highly recommend the NordicTrack Commercial Studio Cycle. It's a fun way to exercise." —MMB
Get it from Amazon for $1,135 (available in two display screen sizes and four styles). Plus, an iFit monthly membership is $39 after the free trial.
10. Or a rolling desk bike that's a viral TikTok sensation for a reason — it will keep you active and moving all day, while staying comfortable enough to get your work done. Just imagine the places you'll go with this thing.
Promising review: "My friend recommended this home bicycle to me. I bought it for my small apartment. It looks exactly like the pic. The material quality is high, the setup is easy, and the size is perfect for a small apartment. I am so excited for its working board design. No matter I have to do extra work at home or browse the internet, I can do it with biking. It definitely motivates me when I do not have time to go to the gym or run outside. More importantly, it is not noisy at all, so I do not have to worry about using it too late or too early. Very satisfied with the purchase." —BaggioYang
Get it from Amazon for $499.99 (available in two colors).
11. A set of resistance exercise bands that are each different weights, so you can mix and match them to customize your workout and maximize your results.
The set includes five bands of different weights: the black is 30 lbs, blue is 20 lbs, red is 40 lbs, green is 50 lbs, and yellow is 10 lbs. Plus, you get two handles.
Promising review: "I love these resistance bands. I would recommend to anyone that isn’t able to go to the gym. These bands have helped motivate me a lot to workout at home and especially doing outside workouts, they work great. There are so many different exercises you can do with them!! I'm happy with this purchase, and they are very durable!!" —kileyranae_
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two color combinations).
12. A foldable mini trampoline you'll ~spring~ out of bed to use in the morning because it's a super-easy way to get a good cardio workout in while feeling like a kid bouncing away.
Promising review: "Everyday, I look forward to jumping on my trampoline. It is sturdy and durable with heavy gauge steel springs holding it. It certainly is building my leg strength. It's like doing jumping jacks. I set it up last week, began jumping this week, and can easily do 300 reps of jumps, in addition to other exercises for arms that I perform. I love this thing. I jump 2x daily and can't wait to do it again tomorrow. One of best purchases all year!" —A Blair
Get it from Amazon for $80.99+ (available in three colors).
13. A bala beam you can get in either 15- or 25-lb weight for an interesting accessory that will make you feel like you're working out in the year 3000.
And here are some ideas to get you started using it!
Promising review: "I am obsessed with the 25-lb Bala Beam. It's great for legs and arms when you're getting a quick five-minute workout or for the longer workouts. I love the color and the way the bar is comfortable on my neck/shoulders. It's so cute/happy, and it makes me want to do squats, which is the push I needed." —Katey H.
Get it from Bala for $99 (available in two eights and five colors).
14. A simple jump rope with a digital counter that's great if you're a beginner who is looking for ways to ~switch~ up your cardio routine. You'll ~jump~ at the chance to use the counter to start a mini competition with yourself to see how many reps you can get it every day.
Promising review: "I am impressed with this product! It's super light weight, easy to use and to hold, and has made working out fun again! The buttons are easy to use, it took less than a minute to set up, and it keeps track of how many jumps and feels comfortable in the hands. I find myself using it daily and since the handles keep track of how many jumps, I try to break the previous days records! Definitely would recommend!" —cassandra
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in seven colors).
15. Kangoo Jumps shoes, which may look a little funny, but reviewers swear they are so much fun. Walking, running, and jumping are actually great in these shoes because the collapsing bottoms absorb the shock and take that impact off your limbs, making it an amazing low-impact workout.
Kangoo Jumps is a small business founded in 2017. There are official Kangoo Jumps classes in some areas, which you can Google to see if there are any near you or find a class on YouTube.
Promising reviews: "Tired of boring runs on the treadmill? Try those shoes. They are absolutely amazing. I look forward to doing my cardio now. You can run, skip, and do high knees or butt kickers." —Lilly
"These are so much fun! What a great and fun work out. You can’t help but jog when you wear them. There are a lot of videos out there if you want to do a Kangoo work out. This is the second pair I bought, I bought them for my daughter-in-law. We Kangoo together. Everyone stops us to ask about them. I wish there was place to go learn and work out near me like there is in other states. They’re easy on your knees, too. All you need is a little balance and anyone at any age can do this. It’s really fun. For the people who love to work out, it’s a great cardio work out!" —Girly Girl
Get them from Amazon for $275 (available in unisex sizes XS-XL and in two colors).
16. A Chopper here to help you live out your lumberjack fantasy while also getting a ~killer~ workout in. You can just pick it up and chop away or use the free app to follow one of the 60 pre-built circuits.
Promising review: "I’ll admit that I thought this was a gimmick at first. That being said, it is a lot of fun chopping away after a stressful day at work. I just put on my favorite TV show and go to town. This isn’t meant to be a magic fitness tool. It is just a novel/fun way to get you to exercise without thinking about it too much. The free app has some nice workout routines you can try as well." —CAT
Get it from Amazon for $89.99 (also available in a pro bundle).
17. A portable elliptical compact enough that you can store it in a corner, closet, or even under your bed. Plus, since you can move it around so easily, you can set it in front of your TV and catch up on your shows as you work up a sweat.
Promising review: "I am not one to take time to write a review, but I LOVE THIS! It takes a few minutes to get used to the balance, but I walk in a backward motion on it all the time now. I seem to go faster and smoother in a reverse motion. It had a slight squeak when I first got it, but no longer, it's quiet and so compact. I jump on anytime and watch TV or Netflix. I've exercised on and off my whole life, this is by far my favorite machine ever!! I look forward to getting on and catching up with the news or whatever is on TV, but not just sitting there and being able to exercise at the same time is so easy now. I'm ordering a second one today to keep in my bedroom when my children take over the basement with their friends and my elliptical. Don't hesitate to buy this — you won't regret it!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $121+ (available in three colors).
18. A compact, foldable treadmill so you can get your steps in, even if you're working from home (and then do other things after you clock out). The handrail on the machine can be raised or lowered, meaning you can walk, jog, or even run while staying in the same place. And when you're done, just slide it under your bed.
Promising reviews: "Obsessed. I’ve been working from home since March 2020 and have struggled with a sedentary life. Since I got this treadmill for under my desk, I actually look forward to starting work, feel more productive, and have been easily getting in 15,000–20,000+ steps a day. Wish I did this sooner!" —Lauren O.
Get it from Amazon for $349.99 (available in seven colors).
19. A pack of exercise cards if you're not quite sure how to get started. Each card has an illustrated guide on how to complete the exercise. Plus, it will mix up your routine because you won't know what exercise is coming next. *Please not burpees🤞*
Promising reviews: "I've always struggled with strength training. When I had a gym membership, I'd do cardio and then wander around the weights section, clueless at what to do. Now that I have a home gym, this was just what I needed to get back into a routine. It's easy to pick however many cards you want to do — you can do a longer workout or if you're short on time just a few exercises. When I'm done with the ones I've picked, if I feel like I could do more, I just pick a few more cards. It takes the thought out of it, and a number of these exercises are ones I haven't seen before. I've now bought all three versions and am looking at others in the series, including the kettlebell and barbell ones. Even my boyfriend, who's already in shape, loves using these to change up his workouts." —Kat
"I love these cards! I'm a beginner at yoga and the cards really inspired me to do yoga every day. Difficulty of poses is rated from easy to hard and each pose is explained. The quality of the pictures is amazing. I love the durable material of the cards and how they are sweaty-hands proof. Loved them so much I ordered the bodyweight exercise cards as well." —E Simonis
Get it from Amazon for $22.04 (available in 20 different styles).
20. Or a set of exercise dice that will turn your workout into a fun game. The dice have 36 different workouts — the two orange dice offer HIIT movements including mountain climbers or lateral lunges, while the green dice offers stretches and yoga poses. I can pretty much guarantee you won't get bored with the same repetitive workout day after day anymore.
Promising review: "I haven't exercised in a while, but I didn't want to follow a workout video. I wanted something that would allow me to go at my own pace with exercises I knew how to modify for beginners. The dice give me the variations I need to jazz up my routine a bit. It does come with a sheet that goes over the exercises, which I like. Just like any exercise equipment, routine, or anything challenging; you get out of it what you put into it. Are you always going to feel motivated — no, but if you get bored with routines like I do, this will help you change it up a bit." —Ndnchick29
Get a set of three from Amazon for $27.95.
21. An Obé fitness subscription to turn your living room (or bedroom or kitchen) into a group fitness class with live and on-demand classes that really ~pack a punch~.
Oh Obé, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways. Seriously, I could go on all day about how much I love this fitness program, but I'll try and keep it as concise as possible. I've been using Obé for more than a year and a half now, and I am still completely obsessed with it and think it is one of the greatest workout programs out there. Since I’ve never belonged to a gym while living in New York, I am a self-proclaimed master of working out at home. I started using Obé and then went back to my old at-home workout and switched back to Obé again because I realized I liked it so much. The classes are a great workout, yet the 28 minutes go by super fast, and I’m not counting down the minutes till it’s over. You don't technically need any equipment for the workout, but you can "level up" with simple equipment, such as a resistance loop, weights, and sliders.
The live classes are fun and give me a reason to get out of bed in the morning wanting to workout. And the instructors even give shoutouts to people in the class, and it's actually a pretty cool feeling when you hear your name. When I can’t make the live classes, there are SO many on-demand. Obé offers a ton of varieties of classes, including strength, HIIT, sculpt, yoga, barre, and dance. Plus, you can filter classes in the on-demand section, so you can select a low-impact class if you have neighbors to worry about.
Obé has me challenging myself and trying out new classes. I never would have thought I would enjoy a Dance HIIT or even a regular HIIT class, but now I do them regularly. And I even started taking strength classes in the past year and had to purchase heavier 8- and 10-pound weights, which past-me would be been so shocked about. It pushes me to be stronger and more confident and really has been such a good thing for me in the past year. I feel so strong because of Obé and really encourage anyone to give it a try.
Get a monthly subscription from Obé for $27/month, $65/quarter, or $199/year.
22. A weighted fitness hoop, which will quickly become your favorite workout once you get into the ~swing~ of things. It's super easy to use (especially if you've ever hula hooped as a child) and works to help strengthen your hips, abs, and legs.
Promising review: "This hoop is GREAT! It is just so much fun to exercise with this thing. I play music and try to dance too lol. But I have experience, they used to have a weighted hoop in the gym I went to and I did it all the time. Highly recommend. You just need to make sure it's clicked together correctly or it'll come undone! Don't worry if it happens to you, though, it's totally fixable. It happened to me I think twice before I got it down. Anyway, if you're looking for a weighted hoop, look no more!" —Molls
Get it from Amazon for $43.10.
23. The Mirror, which you can seamlessly add to your wall to bring interactive classes right into your apartment while giving you the ability to check your form as you go.
The Mirror brings a fitness studio right into your home. It comes with a wall-mount and stand as well as a companion app. Plus, you can sync the heart-rate monitor or Apple Watch to help you track your workout in real-time. There are more than 20 different types of workouts on the device, including boxing, Pilates, weights, and more. It also tracks your progress so you can try and beat yourself to improve.
Note: You do need the Mirror All-Access Membership ($39/month) to access workout classes. The membership gives you (and up to six people) access to unlimited live and on-demand workouts.
Promising review: "I'm definitely a beginner when it comes to moving my body. The Mirror has helped me gain confidence in myself and taught me so many workouts that make me feel energized and healthy. In just the two weeks since I got it, I've used it every day. It's a game changer." —Hallie
Get it from Mirror for $795+ (you can try it risk-free for 30 days, and get a full refund if you don't like it). Use the code NEWYEAR23 for that price at checkout.
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