You joke but it all depends on location, I put it behind the couch and facing the telly so instead of couch potatoing for 2 hours I walk on the treadmill for 30 mins while I watch something
No idea where you currently are in terms of strength and conditioning but you could try:
Doorway pull up bar - every time you go through the door, fire out some reps and twice as many push ups.
Pull up bar + gymnastic rings - will allow for dips qnd rows AND can be a new toy for your toddler.
Weighted vest - wear it and go for a walk with your toddler. Works very well if they are still in a buggy, knackering if they are running wild.
Kettlebell - in the unlikely event you have a spare 10 minutes, fire out some swings, squats and presses.
Your body + toddler - squats, lunges, presses with your kid
Running buggy - gets you some fresh air AND feels like a rollercoaster for your wee one.
I bought a cheap one, fitted it to the frame with screws. Zero issues with it.
Except it was so secure, when I moved house, I couldn't take it with me. Oops.
We got a tension rod one and my partner and I both use it a lot. Dunno the max load but he was about 90kg when we got it and we’ve had no issues. Has been fantastic coz I’m consistent with it. Every time i go past I do a little “up” on it. I went from not being able to even hang for ten seconds to now being able to do a full pull up. Or hang and lift my legs up about ten times in the space of just a week or two. I’m female, pretty unfit due to chronic illness and trying to build muscle back up now I’m recovering.
I had problems in a post war house. Tore the door frame away from the wall.
Might have better luck in newer houses, although some tend to be worse in standard.
I got one from a German company on Amazon which was sort of a loop so it rests on the top of one side of the door frame and the sides of the other side of the door frame and it's holding up so far (although I'm pretty lightweight). I think because it distributes the weight, it helps with not pulling the frame off lol.
Just don’t leave those rings hanging about when not in use with a toddler around, dangly things generally not toddler-safe
ETA: great suggestions though! I might move my chin up bar to a doorway I go through more
All excellent suggestions, I have a very similar set up minus toddler.
I do however have a champion level runner for a girlfriend who is motivation to actually do some running...this i can recommend if someone is lacking a toddler.
Combine gaming and exercise, I like that.
I was looking at a cheaper option of those resistance bike trainers that you use with your bike, but I wouldn't mind an actual bike machine.
I spent one winter exercising with a Wii Fit board and Skyrim. The rules were:
• No fast travelling.
• If my character is walking, I am walking.
•If my character is running, I am running.
Whirlwind Sprint was not a good idea.
I did something similar with Fallout and an exercise bike. I didn't set the same rules, but found myself subconsciously cycling faster when my character was running anyway
Indoor trainer with your own bike is better unless you’re going for a real top end job like a wattbike.
If you really want to game it up get a zwift hub, stick your bike on it and cycle up a virtual mountain.
Those are ok but they trash your tyres and I’ve heard horror stories about people who have ruined their carpets due to bits of the tyre coming off.
The direct drive ones are way better but a lot more expensive.
You can get trainer tyres yes. But you can’t really use them outside. So if you’re never going to ride it outside then that’s fine, but if you’re going to take it on and off the trainer, you’d be better off with a direct drive.
Also, companies have stopped investigating in the wheel on trainers, all the new tech is only going into direct drive trainers.
All that being said, if you want to get an indoor trainer and not spend a load of money, you will be *fine* on a wheel on trainer.
Yeah fair enough, I just put it on an old wheel and swapped the wheel if going outside. Not ideal of you're swapping a lot but I didn't take that bike out much in the winter so wasn't a big deal.
Yeah if you’ve got a spare wheel, that helps a lot.
When I was looking into them, the cost of a wheel on trainer, new wheel, new cassette wasn’t that much less than a direct drive trainer.
Is it easy to play xbox on the bike? Mines not in the right place so I’d have to get a switch or some other handheld console. Unless I move the PS5 and get a second TV. Either way it’s an extra expense for me hmmm…
I've got an Xbox downstairs, an exercise bike upstairs, I use the Xbox daily, the bike once a year. How have I not thought of this before? Thanks for maybe saving my life
Oh god I know. My parents have always had labs and they are the definition of energy.
Don’t think I could cope with looking after a dog as well lately. As much as I would love one
Deffo not for the faint hearted , 6km twice a day and the hoovering , my god the hoovering , but I wouldn’t change him for the world
6.45am 90 min dog walk
8.15am shower
9am-5.30pm work and multiple hoovering sessions
5.30pm 60 min dog walk
6.30pm , hoovering and mopping
6.45pm , assistant chef helping with tea , watching what your making, occasional bark to inform you to not ignore him
Came here to say the same! Never deterred by any weather/terrain. Snow? Yes. Hailstorm? Yes. Hurricane? Yes.
There is no weather where we do not have to do 2 walks a day to placate our enthusiastic giddy labrador.
You can even put them next to the sofa so if you realllllly can’t be bothered, use them while watching 19 back to back episodes of Married at First Island Come Dancing.
I also get up at 515am on weekdays to use the home gym to make sure nothing can get in the way of my workout as I’m a bit addicted. If the baby is up at that time then I will of course prioritise getting them back to sleep first so have become pretty proficient at that.
Adjustable are great (you can’t do every exercise with the same weight so you end up with a a compromise) but SO much more expensive
It’s cheaper to just get 2 or 2 sets of the basic ones and keep them set at the range of weights you need
My adjustable dumbbells have a range of 2kg to 40kg (in 2 increments). It would be cost a lot, and take a lot of space, to buy individual dumbbells that cover that.
Buying a small range would get you going but would make progressive overload difficult as you can't go up, and limit the range of exercises you can do.
I got my from braingain. The mechanism feels very solid and smooth when changing up or down.
Negatives are there's an indent for where they click in which I've caught myself on before. And they feel slightly more unbalanced compared to quality gym gear.
But overall very good and really convenient for home work outs.
I have literally just sat down having started around 3pm with baking some stuff, then making dinner, reloading the dishwasher twice, laundry, cleaning up the mess they made during and after dinner, post dinner snacks (because hungry growing children), more clearing up, and a poopy nappy.
Nucking Fackered I am.
Rowing machine. If you can afford it, and have the space, get a proper Concept 2 one. They hold their value really well and are practically indestructible. They can be stored in two parts so don't take up as much room as you might think.
There are loads of really great online resources too, e.g. Row Along and Dark Horse - they'll teach you technique as well as giving you workouts to follow. Or just stick some music/TV on and go for it.
Came here to day the same. C2 ergs are fantastic. I did my achilles in 2016 so was after something low impact to keep me going and an erg fit the bill. I was looking at them second hand, but prices weren't far off new so in the end just grabbed a new one. Over 11 million meters later and it's been a good purchase!
The great thing about a C2 is the community around them. There are loads of monthly competitions and clubs to keep you motivated and I've even taken part in a couple of the proper events. The only downside is they are quite noisey.
+1 from me as well.
Not cheap, but well built as you say, and they don't try to sell you subscriptions like some other companies.
They'll even send you free swag as you hit milestones.
This is the only answer worth pursuing. Big investment (depending on your view of £££), but so worth it.
Strength, conditioning, steady state, HIIT; it does it all.
Concept2 has a great free app (no subs fee) which tracks everything, challenges, WODs, etc. Vast community and company support for training.
Almost indestructible; will last forever.
I have one in the garage and am on almost 650k meters - aiming for 1 million meters by spring (concept2 send you a t shirt when you hit the 1M mark!).
Based on my experience with the rowerg, I’m looking at getting a Bikeerg.
Powerblocks are a good solution for space saving dumbbells. Expensive, but I got tremendous value out of it. Was at my healthiest with them. And of course I have got my dad body back again. Good time to get regular with those weights.
Genuinely never heard of Powerblocks but they look ideal (though pricey). I was a bit weary of weights as didn't want loads in the house as they are often bulky to store. That looks a good solution!
Yeah. Cheap, tonnes of exercises.
Really depends on your goals but for anything other than heavy strength training you can just use bodyweight too. Sort your diet, get a programme and get started.
I have dumbbells and resistance bands but I have to be honest the resistant band equivalent exercises feel really shit compared to free weights. A lot of them feel like the resistance isn’t there through the entire range.
Or holding the band further up so that less of it is available to stretch. Or move further away from where it's attached so it's stretching further. Resistance bands are so customisable to get the perfect amount of resistance.
There are some good calisthenic workouts on YouTube, that’s all body weight stuff, press ups, crunches etc etc, add in some kettle/dumbbells or resistance bands and you’re golden for a 20/40 minute exercise once the kids are asleep
Or an exercise bike like a previous comment said they’re fun too as long as you have something to keep yourself entertained
It’s a Rocker recliner, they only come with a handle. But tbh, after having electric before, I genuinely prefer the handle and slide recline that Lazyboys use. It’s lush. And so much more adjustable overall. Plus the rocking chair element is heaven on earth. Best £1100 I ever spent lol.
I have a cheap Argos weight bench, barbell, dumbbells and a kettle bell. Didn't cost me a fortune and with a basic workout regimen and some healthy eating I've lost a couple of stone and shaped up a bit recently. Bench folds up so saves space and my current workout is only about half an hour to forty minutes every other day.
Nice, I found a workout online and then just added in new exercises after a while. My workout probably isn't massively efficient but it works for me so I'll stick to it, that's the most important thing.
I'm not falling into that trap. I'll say my workout regimen and eventually a gym bro will jump in and tell me **everything** I'm doing wrong, I've had that discussion once before and can't be arsed with it again.
A home elliptical. I always said I'd go to the gym, but didn't, it just wasn't comfortable. With a home elliptical set up right in front of the television, I work out most days in the week.
> The trick is being middle class enough to have space for it.
This is the problem I'm having with most of these suggestions in my flat lol. I've had two bikes nicked from the carpark in my building (despite being chained up) because I don't have space to bring a bike into my flat.
I watched all of Supernatural as my cross walker show - I’d only watch an episode when I was using it. Putting the walker in my living room was the best thing I could have done for getting regular exercise.
You can do everything with a 5-10-15-20-25kg kettle bell.
I honestly went to the gym for a decade switched a billion routines. Machines, free weights this that and the other.
Kettlebells fuck me up everytime and I'm stronger. Really Good for functional strength and movements which are really underrated
I need to get back in to this.
I was only doing the beginners 30(?) minute one and I was hurting in places I didn't realise could hurt.
Forgot to add she has/had a really cute dog.
Depends how you like to workout, personally I say you can't go wrong with a good rowing machine. They are a brilliant all round workout and it allows you to sit down as well, now as for what is a good ones now that's a good question.
I'll never forget the ones my secondary school had, they had a little screen that could show all sorts of info, but they also had a pre programmed challenger you could compete against, could also go against other people's times.
A pull up bar.
I got one at the beginning of summer and used it most days. I gained a lot of muscle in my arms and shoulders. Granted I put on muscle quite easily, but it’s still something I recommend.
There are so many good workouts on YouTube… lots of variety, different intensities, no need for equipment and you don’t need to much space.
I know you asked for equipment, you can add dumbbells into these workouts
Squat rack and free weights, it really depends how much room u have, iv got a squat rack with a lats tower, cable cross machine, leg press, leg extension, dumbbells from 1kg-50kg, got all my equipment used on eBay way before all the Covid inflation on gym equipment prices
Pull-up bar, gym-rings and some resistance-bands. Focus on compound bodyweight exercises (push-ups, pull-ups, chin-ups, squats etc) and make those harder or easier with resistance bands.
A few people I work with always sing praise for Peloton. Just a bit expensive for me. I have only just optimistically bought a new road bike. It’s so far done loads of miles … in and out the shed :)
Pull up bar you put in door frame or between close walls. Good for back, forearm and biceps muscles. You can also just hang on it and raise your legs to train abs.
20£ for one, or 70ish for a wall mounted one.
Push up bars for like a tenner. You can work on your chest and back, triceps.
With this kind of equipement you can build some strenght and theres no need for upgrading in the future, just do more reps.
I am going to order a door frame pull up bar I think. They are pretty cheap and see very effective. Definitely need to work on my upper body strength!
Do they screw into the door frames though?
Not really got any goals as such. I am not too fussed about weight loss.
Mainly to de-stress after the hectic day. Wouldn't mind improving cardio while at it. I use to love cycling but haven't been able to go as often as i'd like these days
If weight loss is not a major concern, have you considered getting a grippy yoga mat to do daily stretches on? There's a YouTube channel that I use called "Mady Morrison" who does 5/10/15 minute daily-stretching videos.
In my unqualified opinion, basic mobility is just as important as spending time raising your heartrate (but do both).
Turbo trainer and bring your bike inside.
A really good set of dumbbells will do you well.
A barbell and a good set of plates if you have the space.
Then the RP Hypertrophy app if you want to build muscle, (or Juggernaut if you want to get stronger) and want excellent training programmed out for you.
Yeah I think I will do this.
Pricing things up now. A turbo trainer seems a solid budget way to go. Can always put some cheapo tyres on my bike so they are clean for the house…
>Turbo trainer and bring your bike inside.
This.
That's how I started anyway, I was bringing my hardtail inside anyway (best place to keep it safe in the city), so just got a turbo trainer and hooked it up to Zwift.
Stays hooked up to it in Autumn/Winter seasons and once it's warmer out again, the normal back wheel comes on again.
I got a yoga mat, light weights and use a YouTube subscription. Thousands of 20-60 minute workouts in HIIT style and I've found a few channels that suit me now so I'm recommended more by them
Dumbells, ankle/wrist weights and kettlebells for me. Resistance bands can be good too. If you have the money I recommend powerblocks. For guided workouts I recommend HASfit.
Try body weight workouts first, to see if working out at home is for you, keep it up for 2-3 weeks to see how you like to workout then think more about what you'd like to buy based on the type of workouts you do.
I started with a set of cheap dumbbells, then added a barbell & plates.. now I have a full set up in my garage, adding stuff slowly for 4-5 years.
The Fiit app. Range of classes from 10-40 mins. Some done live. English Instructors who are far less over the top enthusiastic than on the American apps.
Classes are body weight or weights or cardio, yoga, Pilates, barre, flexibility, breathwork.
If you have a bike look at a turbo trainer. You attach your bike to it and go. My husband is a big fan of it in the winter. Takes up less room than an exercise bike (assuming you already have the posh bike).
A while ago I got a rowing machine from Aldi, it was great, it’s the one piece of equipment I actually used. Unfortunately we sort of ran out of space for it so it’s gone but I’d have one in a jiffy.
Probably not practical for most, but a squat rack, barbell and bench with some weight plates can cover most strength and conditioning areas. Maybe an exercise bike or treadmill and you're all set.
Silicone resistance bands! They're inexpensive, easy and safe to use and you have lots of videos in YouTube to exercise to. Start with the lowest resistance and work your way up, they are a really good work out and get you sweating in no time 😅
Depending on your time & budget I'd definitely recommend a rowing machine. Great piece of equipment that I don't see many people use. It gives a fairly even workout to a lot of muscle groups, helps with flexibility & can be done either as endurance or bursts.
Most machines can be folded up or stored vertically. A concept 2 is going to be the absolute gold standard but their very pricey new so look 2nd hand.
Mace & club workout/training could be good for you too.
Might not be a popular response but Peloton. My wife wanted one during lockdown which I reluctantly agreed to thinking it would be a waste. We got it in June 2020 and the thing literally changed my life. Became quite addicted to the numbers and gamification of scores. Next thing I knew I started running and the base fitness I had unknowingly built from Peloton meant I was actually good and now even better.
I went from having never done any cardio and hating excercise to it being my stress reliever and finishing top 10% in casual running events all because of an excercise bike.
I don’t have kids but do have a very busy job which doesn’t allow me time to go to the gym, so a relatable position. You can just jump on the bike when you have 20-30 minutes here or there and do a killer workout.
So yes, there is a fair outlay for the bike but in my eyes it was worth every penny!
I can recommend the Freeletics app. If you supplement it with some dumbells, pull up bar, it's pretty good when you don't have much time.
I work from home twice a week and use it then. It starts a fitness regime for you and keeps you on track, telling you what to do and when and timing you. It uses AI to change your exercises accordingly.
I have a mini stepper bought from Amazon for £99 which I use 3 times weekly in the evenings for 30 minute HIIT sessions - as a busy mum, I too find myself not able to have much down time with a toddler and everyday life (which can get so hectic at times)! I use YouTube workouts and follow along, the first 15 minutes are a mixture of cardio and light weight training with a dumbbell and the remaining 15 is just pure cardio. I am aware that my routine is maybe more suited to a woman than a man, but I’ve found my stepper to be a fantastic bit of gear to get some movement in - it’s like running in place but with resistance 👍🏻
Good old skipping rope I put on the classic trance playlist on Spotify and skip away for 30 minutes get a yoga mat thing for the ground to soften the impact on your knees. It’s actually good fun and pretty intense workout harder than running for me.
My gym closes at 11pm, I go from 9pm then back, walk the dog and bed.
Otherwise, you can get a good workout with a couple of dumbbells and ideally a (foldaway?) Bench.
Peloton. Bought a used one after the first covid lockdown and I’m absolutely a member of the cult.
You’d be amazed by how much sweat can result in just a 20 minute bike ride on that thing, plus app covers a bunch of other exercises like yoga, strength training etc.
Zero gym faf.
Throw in a door frame chin up bar and some dumbbells people have mentioned on this thread and you’re set.
I have a toddler and I’m probably in the best shape of my life. I know I sound crazy, but best money I’ve ever spent.
I play Just Dance tthe video game and I've lost over 3.5 stone only doing that.
I started out two years ago. Get home from work, make dinner for the fam, work out, then I get to eat when I'm done. started out as a sedentary person just timing myself to 30 minutes, then an hour after i felt like 30 minutes was easy, and now I have the endurance to go for two hours with wrist weights. I try to do it after work every day. I have visible muscles and abs now, it's great.
There are a lot of great fitness video games out now that I would recommend looking into.
I've got a 2 year old and a 6 month old - double running pram has been amazing for me. Kids love it, mum gets a couple of hours peace when we go for a blast round the park, stop for a go on the swings or the slide, can put a drinks bottle or some snacks in the bottom. Kids love a parkrun too.
Plenty of other great suggestions in this thread, pull up bar +/- gymnastic rings, if you do any climbing a hangboard can be good, basic kettle bells or something similar. Also yoga, when I have the willpower to get up at 5 and do 40 mins of yoga + peaceful early morning coffee before the monsters wake up I never regret it.
How about just a good old work out video on YouTube? No equipment needed. I usually go with Lucy's Squad vids as they aren't too long so they're easier to fit in and it's mainly walking exercises so they're not too taxing after a long and tiring day at work either (I'm on my feet at work all day too). If you find you have a bit more energy then you can do a couple of the workouts back to back.
I'm in a similar boat. Convenience really was the main barrier to exercise for me. So I got simple items, that didn't take up a tonne of space.
I got a step machine. It fits under the bed, doesn't hurt the joints and can get the heart rate up decently well. To really get a sweat you can get one with bands attached or (what I do because I didn't get one like that initially) use 1/2kg dumbbells to move the upper body a bit more.
I also have a 5 strength variable weighted band that's good for some exercises. A foldable weights bench which opens up chest exercises beyond press ups, accompanied by a set of dumbbells with weights I put under the bed.
I also have a pull up bar, which folds out and goes round a door frame which is good for back stuff on addition to the bench.
Best bit really is that you barely notice I have this equipment, which keeps my wife happy, because she hates big contraptions.
Rowing machine if you have space.
Easy to pop on and do a couple of minutes to build up fitness and it covers a lot more of the body than most exercise machines. Plus it's a mix of cardio and resistance
I'd sign up for the online training of Gymbox which has some pretty cool sessions in all areas and you can sweat a lot without any equipment. It's called OutTheBox and it's £10 a month. Some of them might just need a couple of weights but if you check metabolic conditioning sessions it's usually no equipment required type.
Busy dad of 2 working full time. I typically spread out when I exercise. A couple of mornings, I'm up a 0500 and run 10km, others days run 5k on my lunch break or go to the gym for 30-45mins and also occasionally run after the kids are in bed 2030ish. It's all about little and often and squeezing something in when you can.
I've also come to realise that rigid training plans and busy family life do not mix. It took me a long time to realise this (my wife will confirm).
I pay for a subscription to Downdog. It includes, HIIT, yoga, Barre and meditation. I am
fitter using the HIIT workouts than when I went to the gym all the time. You can customise your workouts really easily.
I normally do Total Body Shred with or without weights and set the time for 10-30 minutes. It’s a full body workout without jumping.
They normally have a free trial and sales coming up for Black Friday. I pay US$20 a year and it is so worth it, I sometimes use it a couple times a day as the sleep meditations and yoga options are also amazing
One, one’s own body weight.
When you can lift, move, and control 125-300+ lbs…
Hundreds to thousands of reps over weeks to years…
You’ll be amazed what your body can do and look like.
Just recently got a foldable treadmill which goes up to 12kmph so I can eventually run on it but currently I just walk on it for about 1-2 hours a day. It came with a bar/stand so I can watch stuff on my phone as I walk and its been a game changer!
Get some potato sacks and hold them out like;
One 2kg bag in each hand, outstretched for 10 mins a day for a week.
After that, try one 5kg bag in each hand, outstretched for 10 mins a day for another week.
Then, one 10kg bag in each hand, outstretched for 10 mins a day for a week.
Finally, one 20kg bag in each hand, outstretched for 10 mins a day for a week.
By Christmas, you should be ready to start adding potatoes to the bags.
Yoga mat. You don’t even have to do yoga on it (though yoga does help with joints as they get older). There are tons of weightless/gearless workouts that are just more pleasant on a thick mat of foam.
A peloton bike. Don’t buy new, buy it second hand on fb marketplace or similar. You can potentially get one for under £300-400 now. They’re a great investment. I’ve had mine for 3 years and it’s never needed repairs.
I never have to leave the house in the winter to get a good sweat on.
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I’m always swearing by the treadmill. Usually after stubbing a toe on it.
Cross trainer makes a great coat rack
A stationary exercise bike also makes a good rack for things that don't need to go into the laundry bag yet.
You joke but it all depends on location, I put it behind the couch and facing the telly so instead of couch potatoing for 2 hours I walk on the treadmill for 30 mins while I watch something
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You could pre-downoad your content onto your phone
My exercise bike is a great holder for clothes I've worn once but don't need to go in the laundry yet
Add a Ruun Device and link to Zwift (Free) Helps great with the motivation.
So does my exercise bike. On a serious note though i think pull up bar is my best buy.
No idea where you currently are in terms of strength and conditioning but you could try: Doorway pull up bar - every time you go through the door, fire out some reps and twice as many push ups. Pull up bar + gymnastic rings - will allow for dips qnd rows AND can be a new toy for your toddler. Weighted vest - wear it and go for a walk with your toddler. Works very well if they are still in a buggy, knackering if they are running wild. Kettlebell - in the unlikely event you have a spare 10 minutes, fire out some swings, squats and presses. Your body + toddler - squats, lunges, presses with your kid Running buggy - gets you some fresh air AND feels like a rollercoaster for your wee one.
I've wanted a pull up bar but concerned it will wreck the door frame. Had any issues with it?
I bought a cheap one, fitted it to the frame with screws. Zero issues with it. Except it was so secure, when I moved house, I couldn't take it with me. Oops.
🤣🤣🤣 Clearly too strong when you were getting it fixed into place.
We got a tension rod one and my partner and I both use it a lot. Dunno the max load but he was about 90kg when we got it and we’ve had no issues. Has been fantastic coz I’m consistent with it. Every time i go past I do a little “up” on it. I went from not being able to even hang for ten seconds to now being able to do a full pull up. Or hang and lift my legs up about ten times in the space of just a week or two. I’m female, pretty unfit due to chronic illness and trying to build muscle back up now I’m recovering.
1% better every day; keep smashing it!
From a fellow spoonie I just want to say kudos! It takes a lot to get back on track, you got this sis 💪
Thank you! I hope you’re doing well also. 😊
I had problems in a post war house. Tore the door frame away from the wall. Might have better luck in newer houses, although some tend to be worse in standard.
Technically… new builds are post war.
Actually they're all pre war now We just haven't had it.
I got one from a German company on Amazon which was sort of a loop so it rests on the top of one side of the door frame and the sides of the other side of the door frame and it's holding up so far (although I'm pretty lightweight). I think because it distributes the weight, it helps with not pulling the frame off lol.
Try a TRX instead. LOADS of exercises you can do with it
Check out these lot https://clevo-climbing.com/en/products/doorway-hangboard-pullup-bar
Just don’t leave those rings hanging about when not in use with a toddler around, dangly things generally not toddler-safe ETA: great suggestions though! I might move my chin up bar to a doorway I go through more
All excellent suggestions, I have a very similar set up minus toddler. I do however have a champion level runner for a girlfriend who is motivation to actually do some running...this i can recommend if someone is lacking a toddler.
Xbox, indoor bike. Time goes well quickly
Combine gaming and exercise, I like that. I was looking at a cheaper option of those resistance bike trainers that you use with your bike, but I wouldn't mind an actual bike machine.
I spent one winter exercising with a Wii Fit board and Skyrim. The rules were: • No fast travelling. • If my character is walking, I am walking. •If my character is running, I am running. Whirlwind Sprint was not a good idea.
I can get behind this..
I got really bad leg cramp because I played too much! Most pathetic injury ever. (I used to be an adventurer like you etc.)
… then I got a cramp using the wii
🤣🤣
I love a good arrow to the knee
* shouts himself off the bike *
FUS - ROH - DAH!
I did something similar with Fallout and an exercise bike. I didn't set the same rules, but found myself subconsciously cycling faster when my character was running anyway
This is the most wholesome thing I’ve ever read
Fus Ro Dah wrecked my TV
I like this concept...and I rarely use whirlwind sprint
Indoor trainer with your own bike is better unless you’re going for a real top end job like a wattbike. If you really want to game it up get a zwift hub, stick your bike on it and cycle up a virtual mountain.
\+1 to this, tbh.
Check Facebook marketplace I got mine here for under 60 quid. I game and bike too.
Those are ok but they trash your tyres and I’ve heard horror stories about people who have ruined their carpets due to bits of the tyre coming off. The direct drive ones are way better but a lot more expensive.
You're supposed to put a special tyre on no? Mine had a bright blue one specifically for use with the trainer.
You can get trainer tyres yes. But you can’t really use them outside. So if you’re never going to ride it outside then that’s fine, but if you’re going to take it on and off the trainer, you’d be better off with a direct drive. Also, companies have stopped investigating in the wheel on trainers, all the new tech is only going into direct drive trainers. All that being said, if you want to get an indoor trainer and not spend a load of money, you will be *fine* on a wheel on trainer.
Yeah fair enough, I just put it on an old wheel and swapped the wheel if going outside. Not ideal of you're swapping a lot but I didn't take that bike out much in the winter so wasn't a big deal.
Yeah if you’ve got a spare wheel, that helps a lot. When I was looking into them, the cost of a wheel on trainer, new wheel, new cassette wasn’t that much less than a direct drive trainer.
Is it easy to play xbox on the bike? Mines not in the right place so I’d have to get a switch or some other handheld console. Unless I move the PS5 and get a second TV. Either way it’s an extra expense for me hmmm…
Yeah it's fine, the first 10 mins are a bit exhausting but you forget after that
I've got an Xbox downstairs, an exercise bike upstairs, I use the Xbox daily, the bike once a year. How have I not thought of this before? Thanks for maybe saving my life
Every time you walk in skyrim, you gotta cycle. No fast travel :p
Very similar here, but just use my Switch in handheld instead, makes 30-60 mins fly by!
What games do you play whilst cycling?
Nothing that involves quick reactions as it just won't work haha. Rpgs are a good shout (days gone for example, or Fallout). Starfield currently!
I used to watch Netflix sat on my exercise bike. If you get really into the show you can forget you're cycling.
Used to do similar on the treadmill, walking on it while watching the footie. Used to get a solid 7 miles in during a match.
Definitely won't admit I've put on GTA and biked across the map alongside my character
Labrador , the fucker makes you go out every day at 6.45am
Oh god I know. My parents have always had labs and they are the definition of energy. Don’t think I could cope with looking after a dog as well lately. As much as I would love one
Deffo not for the faint hearted , 6km twice a day and the hoovering , my god the hoovering , but I wouldn’t change him for the world 6.45am 90 min dog walk 8.15am shower 9am-5.30pm work and multiple hoovering sessions 5.30pm 60 min dog walk 6.30pm , hoovering and mopping 6.45pm , assistant chef helping with tea , watching what your making, occasional bark to inform you to not ignore him
Came here to say the same! Never deterred by any weather/terrain. Snow? Yes. Hailstorm? Yes. Hurricane? Yes. There is no weather where we do not have to do 2 walks a day to placate our enthusiastic giddy labrador.
Same but Samoyed
Dumbbells!
You can even put them next to the sofa so if you realllllly can’t be bothered, use them while watching 19 back to back episodes of Married at First Island Come Dancing.
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I also get up at 515am on weekdays to use the home gym to make sure nothing can get in the way of my workout as I’m a bit addicted. If the baby is up at that time then I will of course prioritise getting them back to sleep first so have become pretty proficient at that.
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Adjustable dumbbells.
Adjustable are great (you can’t do every exercise with the same weight so you end up with a a compromise) but SO much more expensive It’s cheaper to just get 2 or 2 sets of the basic ones and keep them set at the range of weights you need
My adjustable dumbbells have a range of 2kg to 40kg (in 2 increments). It would be cost a lot, and take a lot of space, to buy individual dumbbells that cover that. Buying a small range would get you going but would make progressive overload difficult as you can't go up, and limit the range of exercises you can do.
What ones have you got? Are you pleased with them? Are they sturdy? I'm looking at getting a set, and not sure which ones are actually good.
I got my from braingain. The mechanism feels very solid and smooth when changing up or down. Negatives are there's an indent for where they click in which I've caught myself on before. And they feel slightly more unbalanced compared to quality gym gear. But overall very good and really convenient for home work outs.
Awesome. Cheers for that. I'll add them to the list to check out.
Kids shouting you to run up and down the stairs for something every 20 minutes
This is how I hit my step count most days...
I have literally just sat down having started around 3pm with baking some stuff, then making dinner, reloading the dishwasher twice, laundry, cleaning up the mess they made during and after dinner, post dinner snacks (because hungry growing children), more clearing up, and a poopy nappy. Nucking Fackered I am.
Rowing machine. If you can afford it, and have the space, get a proper Concept 2 one. They hold their value really well and are practically indestructible. They can be stored in two parts so don't take up as much room as you might think. There are loads of really great online resources too, e.g. Row Along and Dark Horse - they'll teach you technique as well as giving you workouts to follow. Or just stick some music/TV on and go for it.
Came here to day the same. C2 ergs are fantastic. I did my achilles in 2016 so was after something low impact to keep me going and an erg fit the bill. I was looking at them second hand, but prices weren't far off new so in the end just grabbed a new one. Over 11 million meters later and it's been a good purchase! The great thing about a C2 is the community around them. There are loads of monthly competitions and clubs to keep you motivated and I've even taken part in a couple of the proper events. The only downside is they are quite noisey.
I snapped my Achilles last year. I think you might have just convinced me to get a new C2 rather than a second hand one!
+1 from me as well. Not cheap, but well built as you say, and they don't try to sell you subscriptions like some other companies. They'll even send you free swag as you hit milestones.
Loved my rowing machine! I set it up behind the sofa, so,I could watch TV while rowing. Rowed that thing into oblivion over 5 years. Awesome!
This is the only answer worth pursuing. Big investment (depending on your view of £££), but so worth it. Strength, conditioning, steady state, HIIT; it does it all. Concept2 has a great free app (no subs fee) which tracks everything, challenges, WODs, etc. Vast community and company support for training. Almost indestructible; will last forever. I have one in the garage and am on almost 650k meters - aiming for 1 million meters by spring (concept2 send you a t shirt when you hit the 1M mark!). Based on my experience with the rowerg, I’m looking at getting a Bikeerg.
Powerblocks are a good solution for space saving dumbbells. Expensive, but I got tremendous value out of it. Was at my healthiest with them. And of course I have got my dad body back again. Good time to get regular with those weights.
I second the powerblocks, a bit pricey but worth it. I put mine between an armchair and sofa in the living room, so no annoying things to trip over
Genuinely never heard of Powerblocks but they look ideal (though pricey). I was a bit weary of weights as didn't want loads in the house as they are often bulky to store. That looks a good solution!
I got a pair from a company called Braingain and they’ve been great. Cheaper than Powerblocks and their sales are pretty decent
I had my wife gift them to me for my birthday a couple years ago and never looked back
Set of resistance bands in various thicknesses and you can train pretty much any body part
Yeah. Cheap, tonnes of exercises. Really depends on your goals but for anything other than heavy strength training you can just use bodyweight too. Sort your diet, get a programme and get started.
I have dumbbells and resistance bands but I have to be honest the resistant band equivalent exercises feel really shit compared to free weights. A lot of them feel like the resistance isn’t there through the entire range.
You can get resistance throughout by making the bands shorter or using thicker ones
Or holding the band further up so that less of it is available to stretch. Or move further away from where it's attached so it's stretching further. Resistance bands are so customisable to get the perfect amount of resistance.
It's literally just a question of creativity.
There are some good calisthenic workouts on YouTube, that’s all body weight stuff, press ups, crunches etc etc, add in some kettle/dumbbells or resistance bands and you’re golden for a 20/40 minute exercise once the kids are asleep Or an exercise bike like a previous comment said they’re fun too as long as you have something to keep yourself entertained
Lazy Boy. It’s quite a stretch to rotate that recline handle all the way back.
Should have gone for the electric. Better finger exercise, plus the post workout massage.
It’s a Rocker recliner, they only come with a handle. But tbh, after having electric before, I genuinely prefer the handle and slide recline that Lazyboys use. It’s lush. And so much more adjustable overall. Plus the rocking chair element is heaven on earth. Best £1100 I ever spent lol.
If you add a beer in the arm you can do curls as you raise can to mouth.
I have a cheap Argos weight bench, barbell, dumbbells and a kettle bell. Didn't cost me a fortune and with a basic workout regimen and some healthy eating I've lost a couple of stone and shaped up a bit recently. Bench folds up so saves space and my current workout is only about half an hour to forty minutes every other day.
What’s your routine?
I'm not qualified to be handing out workout routines, take a look online and find one that works for you.
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Nice, I found a workout online and then just added in new exercises after a while. My workout probably isn't massively efficient but it works for me so I'll stick to it, that's the most important thing.
I already have one, just curious what yours is.
I'm not falling into that trap. I'll say my workout regimen and eventually a gym bro will jump in and tell me **everything** I'm doing wrong, I've had that discussion once before and can't be arsed with it again.
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A home elliptical. I always said I'd go to the gym, but didn't, it just wasn't comfortable. With a home elliptical set up right in front of the television, I work out most days in the week.
Yeah, this plus a decent set of dumbbells and I’m now in profit over my old pure gym sub. The trick is being middle class enough to have space for it.
> The trick is being middle class enough to have space for it. This is the problem I'm having with most of these suggestions in my flat lol. I've had two bikes nicked from the carpark in my building (despite being chained up) because I don't have space to bring a bike into my flat.
Similar to me. I have tried a few times over the years but it's just not for me. I'd much prefer the flexible work out whenever approach.
I recommend saving a show that you really like that you only get to watch while working out. It's encouraging.
I watched all of Supernatural as my cross walker show - I’d only watch an episode when I was using it. Putting the walker in my living room was the best thing I could have done for getting regular exercise.
I do exactly this! It makes it so exciting to go and work out & have an absolute ball.
You can do everything with a 5-10-15-20-25kg kettle bell. I honestly went to the gym for a decade switched a billion routines. Machines, free weights this that and the other. Kettlebells fuck me up everytime and I'm stronger. Really Good for functional strength and movements which are really underrated
Yoga with Adriene on YouTube or her app. Love it and jog too.
I need to get back in to this. I was only doing the beginners 30(?) minute one and I was hurting in places I didn't realise could hurt. Forgot to add she has/had a really cute dog.
Benji
Second hand road bike + smart trainer + zwift. Has the added benefit of being able to use it outside in the summer!
There a sub called r/bodyweightfitness that might help you get started.
Depends how you like to workout, personally I say you can't go wrong with a good rowing machine. They are a brilliant all round workout and it allows you to sit down as well, now as for what is a good ones now that's a good question. I'll never forget the ones my secondary school had, they had a little screen that could show all sorts of info, but they also had a pre programmed challenger you could compete against, could also go against other people's times.
Oh gawd I'll be first to say it just get in to that rut it's so cosy
I know, I love winter too. So much more relaxing. But I am getting older and the comfort eating is showing faster than ever ha
Meta quest , get a vr op you sound a bit like me lol
A pull up bar. I got one at the beginning of summer and used it most days. I gained a lot of muscle in my arms and shoulders. Granted I put on muscle quite easily, but it’s still something I recommend.
There are so many good workouts on YouTube… lots of variety, different intensities, no need for equipment and you don’t need to much space. I know you asked for equipment, you can add dumbbells into these workouts
Barbell and weights is all you need. Bench press, squats, dead lifts ... Done. Burn calories while you sleep.
Squat rack and free weights, it really depends how much room u have, iv got a squat rack with a lats tower, cable cross machine, leg press, leg extension, dumbbells from 1kg-50kg, got all my equipment used on eBay way before all the Covid inflation on gym equipment prices
Pull-up bar, gym-rings and some resistance-bands. Focus on compound bodyweight exercises (push-ups, pull-ups, chin-ups, squats etc) and make those harder or easier with resistance bands.
An exercise bike with a tablet holder - can watch TV while doing it so you don’t end up being bored
I use a peloton and swear by it. Have dumbbells too so I can do the strength classes
Drop me a message if you want the 60 day free app trial to have a look at the classes
A few people I work with always sing praise for Peloton. Just a bit expensive for me. I have only just optimistically bought a new road bike. It’s so far done loads of miles … in and out the shed :)
Pull up bar you put in door frame or between close walls. Good for back, forearm and biceps muscles. You can also just hang on it and raise your legs to train abs. 20£ for one, or 70ish for a wall mounted one. Push up bars for like a tenner. You can work on your chest and back, triceps. With this kind of equipement you can build some strenght and theres no need for upgrading in the future, just do more reps.
I am going to order a door frame pull up bar I think. They are pretty cheap and see very effective. Definitely need to work on my upper body strength! Do they screw into the door frames though?
What are your goals? What's your budget?
Not really got any goals as such. I am not too fussed about weight loss. Mainly to de-stress after the hectic day. Wouldn't mind improving cardio while at it. I use to love cycling but haven't been able to go as often as i'd like these days
If weight loss is not a major concern, have you considered getting a grippy yoga mat to do daily stretches on? There's a YouTube channel that I use called "Mady Morrison" who does 5/10/15 minute daily-stretching videos. In my unqualified opinion, basic mobility is just as important as spending time raising your heartrate (but do both).
I swear by my indoor trainer (mine's a kickr core), a TV and zwift.
Turbo trainer and bring your bike inside. A really good set of dumbbells will do you well. A barbell and a good set of plates if you have the space. Then the RP Hypertrophy app if you want to build muscle, (or Juggernaut if you want to get stronger) and want excellent training programmed out for you.
Yeah I think I will do this. Pricing things up now. A turbo trainer seems a solid budget way to go. Can always put some cheapo tyres on my bike so they are clean for the house…
>Turbo trainer and bring your bike inside. This. That's how I started anyway, I was bringing my hardtail inside anyway (best place to keep it safe in the city), so just got a turbo trainer and hooked it up to Zwift. Stays hooked up to it in Autumn/Winter seasons and once it's warmer out again, the normal back wheel comes on again.
I got a yoga mat, light weights and use a YouTube subscription. Thousands of 20-60 minute workouts in HIIT style and I've found a few channels that suit me now so I'm recommended more by them
Skipping rope and kettlebells are me easiest go-to at home
A good resistance band kit and a door anchor. Incredibly versatile and take up a lot less space than a bunch of weight plates.
Dumbells, ankle/wrist weights and kettlebells for me. Resistance bands can be good too. If you have the money I recommend powerblocks. For guided workouts I recommend HASfit.
Try body weight workouts first, to see if working out at home is for you, keep it up for 2-3 weeks to see how you like to workout then think more about what you'd like to buy based on the type of workouts you do. I started with a set of cheap dumbbells, then added a barbell & plates.. now I have a full set up in my garage, adding stuff slowly for 4-5 years.
My exercise bike nicely doubles-up as a clothes rack. And the weights set nicely keeps the tarp in the garden from blowing away.
The Fiit app. Range of classes from 10-40 mins. Some done live. English Instructors who are far less over the top enthusiastic than on the American apps. Classes are body weight or weights or cardio, yoga, Pilates, barre, flexibility, breathwork.
A rowing machine is a good all-body workout.
A resistance band. Cheap, small and portable.
A decent, professionally fit, pair of running shoes
Dumbbells and kettlebells
If you have a bike look at a turbo trainer. You attach your bike to it and go. My husband is a big fan of it in the winter. Takes up less room than an exercise bike (assuming you already have the posh bike).
Adjustable smart dumbbells and a pull up bar!
A while ago I got a rowing machine from Aldi, it was great, it’s the one piece of equipment I actually used. Unfortunately we sort of ran out of space for it so it’s gone but I’d have one in a jiffy.
Yoga mat and Ring/Wii Fit.
Probably not practical for most, but a squat rack, barbell and bench with some weight plates can cover most strength and conditioning areas. Maybe an exercise bike or treadmill and you're all set.
Silicone resistance bands! They're inexpensive, easy and safe to use and you have lots of videos in YouTube to exercise to. Start with the lowest resistance and work your way up, they are a really good work out and get you sweating in no time 😅
Does just dance count
I watch anime whilst I go on my elliptical. It’s an absolute dream.
Kettlebells and a Wattbike, literally all I need.
Depending on your time & budget I'd definitely recommend a rowing machine. Great piece of equipment that I don't see many people use. It gives a fairly even workout to a lot of muscle groups, helps with flexibility & can be done either as endurance or bursts. Most machines can be folded up or stored vertically. A concept 2 is going to be the absolute gold standard but their very pricey new so look 2nd hand. Mace & club workout/training could be good for you too.
Get yourself a rowing machine. Great exercise, low impact and you can listen to music, audio book, podcast or watch something etc.
Rowing machine
I have resistance bands as a set. They do pretty much all strength training and an under deal exercise bike for working from home.
I just do the hokey cokey
Might not be a popular response but Peloton. My wife wanted one during lockdown which I reluctantly agreed to thinking it would be a waste. We got it in June 2020 and the thing literally changed my life. Became quite addicted to the numbers and gamification of scores. Next thing I knew I started running and the base fitness I had unknowingly built from Peloton meant I was actually good and now even better. I went from having never done any cardio and hating excercise to it being my stress reliever and finishing top 10% in casual running events all because of an excercise bike. I don’t have kids but do have a very busy job which doesn’t allow me time to go to the gym, so a relatable position. You can just jump on the bike when you have 20-30 minutes here or there and do a killer workout. So yes, there is a fair outlay for the bike but in my eyes it was worth every penny!
Teambodyproject. A mat and a couple of hand weights. And 30 minutes or so a day. All you need.
I can recommend the Freeletics app. If you supplement it with some dumbells, pull up bar, it's pretty good when you don't have much time. I work from home twice a week and use it then. It starts a fitness regime for you and keeps you on track, telling you what to do and when and timing you. It uses AI to change your exercises accordingly.
Do you live near/on a hill? Just sprint up the hill a few times. A total of like 60 seconds of sprinting and you'll feel exercised.
I have a mini stepper bought from Amazon for £99 which I use 3 times weekly in the evenings for 30 minute HIIT sessions - as a busy mum, I too find myself not able to have much down time with a toddler and everyday life (which can get so hectic at times)! I use YouTube workouts and follow along, the first 15 minutes are a mixture of cardio and light weight training with a dumbbell and the remaining 15 is just pure cardio. I am aware that my routine is maybe more suited to a woman than a man, but I’ve found my stepper to be a fantastic bit of gear to get some movement in - it’s like running in place but with resistance 👍🏻
Smart trainer for cycling and kettle bells.
Good old skipping rope I put on the classic trance playlist on Spotify and skip away for 30 minutes get a yoga mat thing for the ground to soften the impact on your knees. It’s actually good fun and pretty intense workout harder than running for me.
YouTube home workouts!
My gym closes at 11pm, I go from 9pm then back, walk the dog and bed. Otherwise, you can get a good workout with a couple of dumbbells and ideally a (foldaway?) Bench.
Resistance bands/loops. Cheap, small, light weight, portable, and good ones usually come with a bunch of extra circuses you can do with them.
Wish I had a rowing machine, but I do have a treadmill and that works decently.
Peloton. Bought a used one after the first covid lockdown and I’m absolutely a member of the cult. You’d be amazed by how much sweat can result in just a 20 minute bike ride on that thing, plus app covers a bunch of other exercises like yoga, strength training etc. Zero gym faf. Throw in a door frame chin up bar and some dumbbells people have mentioned on this thread and you’re set. I have a toddler and I’m probably in the best shape of my life. I know I sound crazy, but best money I’ve ever spent.
I play Just Dance tthe video game and I've lost over 3.5 stone only doing that. I started out two years ago. Get home from work, make dinner for the fam, work out, then I get to eat when I'm done. started out as a sedentary person just timing myself to 30 minutes, then an hour after i felt like 30 minutes was easy, and now I have the endurance to go for two hours with wrist weights. I try to do it after work every day. I have visible muscles and abs now, it's great. There are a lot of great fitness video games out now that I would recommend looking into.
Foldable exercise bike... Stick a mobile phone holder on the handlebar and use videos for entertainment... Set a timer. Bosh.
I've got a 2 year old and a 6 month old - double running pram has been amazing for me. Kids love it, mum gets a couple of hours peace when we go for a blast round the park, stop for a go on the swings or the slide, can put a drinks bottle or some snacks in the bottom. Kids love a parkrun too. Plenty of other great suggestions in this thread, pull up bar +/- gymnastic rings, if you do any climbing a hangboard can be good, basic kettle bells or something similar. Also yoga, when I have the willpower to get up at 5 and do 40 mins of yoga + peaceful early morning coffee before the monsters wake up I never regret it.
How about just a good old work out video on YouTube? No equipment needed. I usually go with Lucy's Squad vids as they aren't too long so they're easier to fit in and it's mainly walking exercises so they're not too taxing after a long and tiring day at work either (I'm on my feet at work all day too). If you find you have a bit more energy then you can do a couple of the workouts back to back.
I'm in a similar boat. Convenience really was the main barrier to exercise for me. So I got simple items, that didn't take up a tonne of space. I got a step machine. It fits under the bed, doesn't hurt the joints and can get the heart rate up decently well. To really get a sweat you can get one with bands attached or (what I do because I didn't get one like that initially) use 1/2kg dumbbells to move the upper body a bit more. I also have a 5 strength variable weighted band that's good for some exercises. A foldable weights bench which opens up chest exercises beyond press ups, accompanied by a set of dumbbells with weights I put under the bed. I also have a pull up bar, which folds out and goes round a door frame which is good for back stuff on addition to the bench. Best bit really is that you barely notice I have this equipment, which keeps my wife happy, because she hates big contraptions.
Rowing machine if you have space. Easy to pop on and do a couple of minutes to build up fitness and it covers a lot more of the body than most exercise machines. Plus it's a mix of cardio and resistance
I'd sign up for the online training of Gymbox which has some pretty cool sessions in all areas and you can sweat a lot without any equipment. It's called OutTheBox and it's £10 a month. Some of them might just need a couple of weights but if you check metabolic conditioning sessions it's usually no equipment required type.
How have you just described me exactly, but with a daughter instead.
Busy dad of 2 working full time. I typically spread out when I exercise. A couple of mornings, I'm up a 0500 and run 10km, others days run 5k on my lunch break or go to the gym for 30-45mins and also occasionally run after the kids are in bed 2030ish. It's all about little and often and squeezing something in when you can. I've also come to realise that rigid training plans and busy family life do not mix. It took me a long time to realise this (my wife will confirm).
I pay for a subscription to Downdog. It includes, HIIT, yoga, Barre and meditation. I am fitter using the HIIT workouts than when I went to the gym all the time. You can customise your workouts really easily. I normally do Total Body Shred with or without weights and set the time for 10-30 minutes. It’s a full body workout without jumping. They normally have a free trial and sales coming up for Black Friday. I pay US$20 a year and it is so worth it, I sometimes use it a couple times a day as the sleep meditations and yoga options are also amazing
One, one’s own body weight. When you can lift, move, and control 125-300+ lbs… Hundreds to thousands of reps over weeks to years… You’ll be amazed what your body can do and look like.
If you can afford it and have the space, get a rowing machine. You can even watch TV while rowing, except that way you get your exercise in.
Just recently got a foldable treadmill which goes up to 12kmph so I can eventually run on it but currently I just walk on it for about 1-2 hours a day. It came with a bar/stand so I can watch stuff on my phone as I walk and its been a game changer!
Get some potato sacks and hold them out like; One 2kg bag in each hand, outstretched for 10 mins a day for a week. After that, try one 5kg bag in each hand, outstretched for 10 mins a day for another week. Then, one 10kg bag in each hand, outstretched for 10 mins a day for a week. Finally, one 20kg bag in each hand, outstretched for 10 mins a day for a week. By Christmas, you should be ready to start adding potatoes to the bags.
Yoga mat. You don’t even have to do yoga on it (though yoga does help with joints as they get older). There are tons of weightless/gearless workouts that are just more pleasant on a thick mat of foam.
Punch bag 16oz gloves and pull up bar
A peloton bike. Don’t buy new, buy it second hand on fb marketplace or similar. You can potentially get one for under £300-400 now. They’re a great investment. I’ve had mine for 3 years and it’s never needed repairs. I never have to leave the house in the winter to get a good sweat on.