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August 19, 2013

I Don't Go To The Gym

I have gotten so into working out lately. I now enjoy going on the occasional run and love incorporating weights into my work-outs. But you know what? I don't go to the gym. Ever. I really can't remember the last time I worked out in a gym, which is a little sad since I always have free access to one on base. Here's what I've found out: I can get just as good of a work-out in my living room, and then I don't have to go anywhere!

Today I thought I would share our current favorite way to work-out: Hasfit. Parker found these videos on Youtube a few months ago, and I absolutely love them. Why? Because each video targets a specific area, and the work-outs are only 10 minutes long. I like the way I feel after I work-out, but I hate dedicating an hour of my day to do so. I wake up so sore after doing one or two of these videos, and I can tell a difference in the way I look. Here are two of my favorites so far:



I like to do arms and abs one day, legs another, cardio the next, etc. I've never really lifted weights before. I didn't realize how important it was, but it has helped tone up my entire body. I love using weights now! And by weights, I mean these little 5 pounders I purchased from Walmart for $2. I'll probably move to 8 pound weights eventually, but you'd be amazed how sore you can be doing these work-outs with 5 pound weights.


I am not affiliated with Hasfit, nor was I compensated for this post. I just genuinely enjoy these work-outs and wanted to share! Happy Monday!!

15 comments :

  1. I really got into working out lately as well! I've started running and I do blogilates - her videos are short too and use no weights. You could check it out too. There's a fitness blog and a ton of videos on youtube! If you want to switch it up (:

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  2. Awesome! I love this! I'm not much of a gym-goer myself... I do most of my workouts at home or running outside. Love the videos!

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  3. I have free access to a gym here on campus and I never go either! This semester I plan to go as often as I can since I won't have the membership after December. Thanks for sharing the videos; I can't wait to try them out!

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  4. This is awesome! I have so many at home work out DVDs, hand weights, and a yoga mat that are collecting dust. I need to get motivated again!


    ~Ashley @ A Cute Angle
    http://acutelifestyle.blogspot.com

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  5. I'll have to check out those videos. I try to go to the gym but, like you said, sometimes it would be nice to only dedicate 10 minutes to a workout.

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  6. What sucks is when you know you have weights and you dont know where they are or if you let someone borrow them. Hope you're doing good. Happy monday.

    http://pinkowl07.blogspot.com/2013/08/on-my-mind.html#comment-1006786183

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  7. Thanks for the suggestions, I always like a good video workout to do. Although I go to the gym pretty often, sometimes it's nice to do something quick at home.

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  8. I have never understood people who go to a gym! I mean I understand if you're a really social person and go for the friends, but when I work out, I honestly just want to get in, get it done, & call it a day. Hit the showers. Lol. I don't like the idea of paying for it when you can do it in the privacy of your own home. Especially now, since I am due in November, it's a must because I won't be able to bring a newborn to the gym anyways!

    ♥, Brittney @ True Vintage Love
    www.truevintagelove.com

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  9. Seriously, I love working out but I too hate it taking such a long time. I'm gonna check these vids! Thanks for sharing!

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  10. Working out in the living room is the way to go! During William's nap I either sew or workout :)

    Hilary
    www.youngtexanmama.com

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  11. I don't go to the gym either. I hate it there...i always feel like i am being watched or judged. But it does make me keep going and going. I just love my germ-free, relaxed home gym (i.e. my family room or the neighbourhood streets!)

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  12. Thanks for telling us about these. I love workouts you can do at home. Our local gym is always PACKED. And I hate going!

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  13. These are great! Thanks for sharing the videos! I love that they are 10 minutes:) I also have access to the gyms on post & at our apartment, but they are always packed whenever I go! There's nothing worse than waiting in line behind a sweaty guy to use a machine, eww lol
    So I usually stick to videos, resistance bands, & the free weights I have at home.
    I'm definitely going to give these a try & may do a post about them on my blog, if that's cool with you, I'll be sure to link back;)

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  14. Those workouts sound great! I have some 5-lb weights at home and they can really give you a workout, even though they look small and unintimidating. Thanks for linking up with the Love Your Body link-up--don't forget to link back! :)

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  15. I have zero motivation when I don't go to the gym, but it makes things so much cheaper, so I like your style! YouTube videos are a great way to workout at home though!!

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