In the wake of the pandemic, many people were forced to start working from home and for many of us this meant adjusting to the new normal lifestyle. Building new routines can be challenging and trying new activities indoors such as working out from home can be a new territory for you. With many gyms being closed worldwide and strict health and safety measures in place, keeping fit while exercising at home can be a really great thing. For one it boosts your mental health as well as your immune system, and it has become clear to us in recent time that we need to prioritise our health more. 

Working from home can feel very stressful and you find that you might need to do a few things differently to maintain your inner peace. To beat all the stress and uncertainty surrounding you, we have complied five easy to do and quick workout that you can do from the comfort of your home and even from the comfort of your desk! 

Set a few alarms to remind you to stretch

It might sound odd but for some of us working at home having deadlines to meet, we often forget to take a few minutes to just stand up from our desk and stretch. Setting alarms meaning that you can take timely breaks in your routine and utilise a few minutes of that time to stretch and exercise. So go ahead and set an alarm on your laptop, phone, smart watch etc, so that next time you are sitting for too long without a break, you have a reminder!

Join an online class

Many fitness experts and yoga teachers are doing free live online classes to encourage physical activity during these uncertain times. You can find classes on Instagram live, YouTube or watch prerecorded classes online. Invest in a simple yoga mat, keep a bottle of water and a towel near by, and you are good to go. Also make use of your stairs and weights you already have in your household. 

Have a morning routine

Setting some time aside at the start of the day after you have just woken up is a great mental and physical health booster. It will also set the tone of the rest of your day and keep you feeling refreshed and motivated. A good idea is to put on your workout clothes when you wake up. This will also help you be consistent with you workout routine. Start small and then you will be able to slowly build up and add more exercises to your routine. 

Use workout apps

To give you a more structured and a sense of direction in your routine, you can download workout apps on your smart devices. This will also ensure that you complete a range of different exercises. The 7 Minute workout app has gained its popularity by being easy to use and get a good intensity workout completed in a short period of time. Using such apps will keeping you moving during the day, help you relax and also allow you to focus better when you return back to your work.  

Get involved with your family 

It is good idea to try and bond with your family in your free time. Find a workout video online with your children and do it together, you can record the time you take and even compete against each other. This will really help you destress and spend quality time with your family. You can even try a dance exercise such as Zumba together or download the Just Dance app to bust some fun moves together. 

These are some great small ways you can take to stay active when working from home. Which of these ideas will you try next?