suggestions for toning at home??

BassesGirl · April 2012

I'm just finishing up Ripped in 30 and have gotten down to a nice size, however, although I'm at a good weight I'm still in need of tightening up (I believe the term is "skinny-fat"?). So I am in need of a new video workout. I know for toning purposes, lifting/strength training is key.

I would LOVE to get to a gym to use their weights and such, but with my busy schedule, at home workouts are much more likely to happen regularly.

Does anyone know of any good videos or at home strength training exercises that are good for toning? I know you can't spot train, but my abs would be my focus if I could haha Thanks!

BassesGirl · April 2012

bump

BassesGirl · April 2012

Anyone?

kelkir · April 2012

I'm kind of in the same boat, looking to tone up and work out at home. I do jillian michaels videos often, but i'm looking for something more challenging. I was thinking about getting some kettlebells and trying that (with videos), which are apparently good for toning and strength. But i haven't started yet, so I don't know for sure!

meggers127 · April 2012

I'm with you guys. I have a feeling I'll be "skinny-fat" when I get to my goal weight. I'm doing the 30DS right now. If you want more of a challenge, I've heard p90x is a good one. There were a lot of students in my dorm last year doing it in the common area and it looked intense. Again, I haven't done it, but I heard that's a good one!

HollyMac20 · April 2012

Beachbody has some great programs for at home workouts, no matter the goals. For toning, the new LesMills Pump is a great and complete program.

http://teambeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/LMpumpbase?referringRepId=133765

Other great programs would be Power 90, P90X or Rev Abs.

Pretty much to get the results you are looking for, make sure you are getting enough protein (.5-1g per pound of body weight) and resistance training.

I am a Beachbody Coach, so if you have any questions, please don't hesitate! :-)

Lib_B · April 2012

bump. i need to do strength at home too. i've got resistance bands and have been thinking about buying some weights. curious what ideas folks have.

yesthistime · April 2012

Women strength training groups:

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/102-new-rules-of-lifting-for-women-nrol4w
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/771-women-strength-training
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/3772-women-beginner-strength-training

SassyCalyGirl · April 2012

I use jillianmichaels.com for online circuit training. 30 day free trial and if you like it the cost is only $4.00 a week after that. It did wonders for me.

bcattoes · April 2012

I haven't tried it but Insanity should do the trick and uses nothing but body weight. You could also Google body weight exercises. You don't need anything other than your own body to get firm and lean.

Pipergirl2 · April 2012

There are a ton of videos on YouTube, that's were I get alot of new things.

khskr1 · April 2012

I agree with HollyMac. Beachbody has great workouts to tone and build muscle. Like her I am a coach too. There are tons of us that you can ask questions to. I actually have moved my personal training focus away from personal one on one sessions to coaching with the Beachbody DVD's.

I am doing Insanity Asylum and it is crazy!!!

carsonx4 · April 2012

also look at INSANITY, can be done at home and only thing required is a little bit of space...

...and i didnt read all of the post above mine...sorry

Anomalia · April 2012

body rock tv!

butterfly10398 · April 2012

P90X is AMAZING, i've heard good things about Insanity but never tried it myself.... I personally REALLY like Jillian Michaels DVD's, she has a SLEW of them... Abs, you could try 6 week 6 pack, but I think all of her DVD's really try to work on EVERYTHING... You could try no more trouble zones, or banish fat boost metabolism... But really ALL of JM DVD's are really great!

aehartley · April 2012

the Nike Training App - if you have an Iphone... it is awesome :-)

knk1553 · April 2012

I'm a HUGE fan of bodyrock.tv, its absolutely FREE and they give you modifications to be able to do anything and everything without the equipment they use. The even better part is majority of the workouts are only 12 minutes a day! They do a ton of bonus videos too! I started to do it and then life got hectic, but I'm starting back up with their 30 day challenge on monday! I would definitely suggest for anyone to check it out

loricolwill · April 2012

If you have an iPhone, I have really enjoyed the app Boot Camp Challenge. It uses body weight exercises or incorporates dumbbells or resistance bands if you have them available.

Reikofs · April 2012

I have used a combination of dumbells, resistance bands and TRX system. I also have been doing P90X for the past several weeks. P90X incorporates dumbells and/or resistance bands. It is great if u have limited space at home. TRX is a suspension system that uses your own body weight and u get especially a great core workout. I train with a personal trainer once a week and she incorporates all of these in her workouts. Make sure u push yourself, most females don't strength train hard enough because they are afraid to get bulky. Target 12-15 reps where the last 2 are super tough. Then u know u r lifting enough!