No money for videos and equipment. HELP

julieo81
julieo81 Posts: 47 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Ok, I see everyone is having great results with the different videos and plans, but what about the people on a budget? I'm a single Mom of two, and I can't afford to spend the extra $$ on DVDs. Are there any free workouts, maybe on YouTube, or another site that I can use? I have been doing what I can, but I know I lack direction. So far today I have done:

100 crunches
100 push ups the girlie kind
100 squats
100 butt lifts (laying on back in a sit up position, raise your butt up towards the ceiling

I really just don't know where to start. Any help or direction is welcome. I've lost 19 lbs in my first month, but I dont want to be a bowl of jelly :huh:
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  • Angie__1MR
    Angie__1MR Posts: 388 Member
    bodybuilding.com
  • Debell92
    Debell92 Posts: 7
    Check your local library. They may have some and may be available for no charge if you have a membership.
  • Luciabella07
    Luciabella07 Posts: 205 Member
    Theres definitely good stuff on you tube...check out CharlieJames1975, she also has a website BodyRock.tv - the workouts are awesome. Also, if you have Comcast, there is free workouts on demand and on the Fitness channel
  • alpine1994
    alpine1994 Posts: 1,915 Member
    Hi! First of all, congrats on your weight loss already! 19lbs is awesome.

    I would recommend Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred. You can find it here on youtube:

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ve-WiQKi_W8

    It has all 3 levels one right after the other. Start with just Level 1 for 10 days, then Level 2 for 10 days, then Level 3. That's how it's set up, but really you can incorporate it into other workouts and not do it every day, etc. Up to you. I did it in August and had a lot of success with it and really toned up.
  • AmyRhubarb
    AmyRhubarb Posts: 6,890 Member
    Yep - Google, YouTube, library, thrift stores. Lots of free and super cheap stuff out there. :smile:
  • isis006
    isis006 Posts: 3
    I find that the cheapest way to stay fit and healthy is circuit training, because you can do it at home, and you don't have to pay to use any equipment, however, i would suggest investing some money in a pull up bar, they work great. That's how i stay fit
  • iplayoutside19
    iplayoutside19 Posts: 2,304 Member
    I would suggest the Library. Be sure not to sweat on the books while you are lifting them. The thicker the heavier. It's polite to re-rack...or put the books back on the shelf where you found them. My wife tells me the books are more effective if I read them, but since when do I listen to her?

    Oh and they might have DVD's too.
  • dotmango
    dotmango Posts: 33 Member
    Running is free.
  • HallerFitness
    HallerFitness Posts: 56
    LIBRARY!!!

    You can evne put holds to get DVDs from other libraries if your local one doesn't carry them. It's a great way to keep having variety built into your plan.
  • estherdfoster
    estherdfoster Posts: 127 Member
    if you have friends you can ask to borrow they dvds so you can burn copies of them...that is what my friend did.
  • cici1028
    cici1028 Posts: 799 Member
    19 pounds in your first month? Go YOU! :)

    Definitely cheap/free options out there for you. I don't know if you have cable but if you do and you have an 'on demand' type of service, there are usually tons of free workout videos available.

    Your local library should have stuff for loan as well and yes, You Tube has plenty! Just look for the type of activity your'e into and you'll find some options!
  • lynheff
    lynheff Posts: 393 Member
    The web is full of stuff. Many libraries have videos for loaning out. good luck
  • sharonfincher1
    sharonfincher1 Posts: 311 Member
    My Cable provider has an exercise channel that has some nice 20 minute routines
  • jessmastrilli
    jessmastrilli Posts: 203 Member
    Go walking, hiking, or running. Go on Craigslist and find some people's old equipment. Maybe find an old bicycle and take a few laps around your town.
  • jesusHchris
    jesusHchris Posts: 1,405 Member
    if you have friends you can ask to borrow they dvds so you can burn copies of them...that is what my friend did.

    I also hear there are torrent sites where you can download P90X, but of course I would never recommend such a thing.

    You can do the P90x workout with homemade equipment, or very cheap suspension bands. Won't turn you into Arenold, but it's a start.
  • cmcollins001
    cmcollins001 Posts: 3,472 Member
    Save a little bit of money and pick up a kettlebell. Then start saving more money to pick up a heavier kettlebell several months down the road when you're ready to go bigger.

    You can do a TON of stuff with a kettlebell.
  • julimonster
    julimonster Posts: 243 Member
    Hi! First of all, congrats on your weight loss already! 19lbs is awesome.

    I would recommend Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred. You can find it here on youtube:

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ve-WiQKi_W8

    It has all 3 levels one right after the other. Start with just Level 1 for 10 days, then Level 2 for 10 days, then Level 3. That's how it's set up, but really you can incorporate it into other workouts and not do it every day, etc. Up to you. I did it in August and had a lot of success with it and really toned up.


    THANK YOU for posting this link!:flowerforyou:
  • julieo81
    julieo81 Posts: 47 Member
    Thanks, I'm checking all the suggestions out, and I hope one really works for me.


    I am a little anxious to start, but I know I can do it and will do great.
  • domgirl85
    domgirl85 Posts: 295 Member
    fitnessmagazine.com

    youtube

    torrent sites (sssshhhhhhhhhhh, *runs away*)
  • ACinFL
    ACinFL Posts: 1 Member
    Look up any of the free Blogilates videos on YouTube. She has a TON of them up there, everything from pilates to dance cardio.
  • dsjohndrow
    dsjohndrow Posts: 1,820 Member
    I would add jumping jacks, high knees, leg lifts. maybe some burpees and if you want to get a jump rope, you can do a lot of this. There are all sorts of works out on Google and YouTube.
  • matabiau
    matabiau Posts: 59
    try myomytv.com, with just a few equipment you will learn many workouts
  • bunchesonothing
    bunchesonothing Posts: 1,015 Member
    Check your local library. They may have some and may be available for no charge if you have a membership.

    Yes. Yes.
  • MissCarter79
    MissCarter79 Posts: 227 Member
    I agree with all of the above. I have a treadmill but I do get tired of that all the time and I don't have any dvd's either so I find stuff on youtube, I put headphones in and dance like crazy for an hour or so, I go for walks with my kids. There are a bunch of things to do. Any moving is great! Congrats on your weight loss!
  • missytrishy
    missytrishy Posts: 203 Member
    carliestylez on youtube
  • ForeverChasingTheSunsets
    ForeverChasingTheSunsets Posts: 91 Member
    Try this site... tons of workouts and variations for each body part.

    http://backonpointe.tumblr.com/
  • julieo81
    julieo81 Posts: 47 Member
    I can't do too much running as I tore a few ligaments in my knee last year, and running really gets it hurting, I'm hoping losing weight will help with that.

    I have a bike and ride trails for cardio, as well as my treadmill that my boyfriend got me for Valentines day. ( I know very romantic, but I told him that is what I wanted) I ride dirt bikes, scuba dive, play racketball, and anything else that will keep me busy, but I'm not able to do it on a regular basis; life gets in the way of my fun.

    I just was really lost with the other stuff, and I think all of these are really good ideas, and hopefully they will help someone else too.
  • newme1995
    newme1995 Posts: 12
    Congratulations on your loss, that's fantastic!

    http://healthysexyhappy.tumblr.com/moveyourassnow
    ^ This is a blog I track and that page has the link to free videos on the web! I would recommend any of Jillian Michaels workouts or Turbo Jam

    Enjoy! X
  • Tracey0013
    Tracey0013 Posts: 154 Member
    I go to my local library and take out exercise dvd :) if you have the ability you can (and I know it's illegal but ) copy it. Good luck with your life style change :)
  • MeanSophieCat
    MeanSophieCat Posts: 200 Member
    I second using bodybuilding.com to find workouts.
    One of my favorites is: http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/jnl-on-the-go-episode-3.html
    It uses handweights but you can use canned foods or water jugs.

    Also, the first workout for Jillian Michaels 30-day Shred is available on YouTube. Again, you can sub the hand weights for cans or full water bottles.

    Just a couple of my favorites.

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