Group exercise is all about finding your tribe and gaining motivation from the people around you. However, if that doesn’t work for you, don’t sweat it. For those who find group exercise to be distracting, there are many solo exercise routines that allow you to get the best workout comfortably.
Here are seven solo exercise ideas for the person who hates group exercise.
Try At-Home Yoga
There are so many options for at-home yoga. Whether you have a fitness subscription, do a quick YouTube search or follow your own routine, at-home yoga will help you improve strength, balance and flexibility in the calmness of your home.
Go for a Run Outdoors or on the Treadmill
Simple and sweet, a good run is a great form of cardio! If you have a treadmill, you can run in the peace of your home while going easy on your joints (as opposed to running on hard pavement). Close your eyes, turn up your music and focus on your breathing as you break a sweat.
Work with a Personal Trainer
If you can afford it, having a personal trainer is a great way to get in shape. You will be able to set fitness goals and create a customized workout plan without having to compete for the attention of the instructor. It is a great way to switch up your solo exercise routines with activities targeted to your body.
Workout in Virtual Reality
Virtual reality has made fitness more fun. Whether you are looking for cardio kickboxing, zumba, HIIT or tennis, virtual exercise programs are available on all of the leading gaming systems.
Ride Your Bike
Whether you have a stationary bike or prefer to ride outdoors, cycling is a great cardio workout that is gentle on the joints while building strength in the legs, glutes and core. This solo exercise activity allows you to tune out the world and have a distraction free sweat session.
Subscribe to an Online Fitness Course
Since the pandemic, a number of in-person studios offer online fitness classes. You can subscribe to your favorite apps, like Peloton, Apple Fitness, Nike Fitness Club and Daily Burn. The best part is you can get a workout catered to you in the comfort of your home. Many of the online workouts apps allow you to select the type of workout, level of intensity, length of class, style of music and more.
Hike or Walk in Nature
A simple walk in your neighborhood or a nearby hike goes a long way. You won’t need any equipment or have to worry about being crammed into a room with other fitness lovers. Walking is free, easy and accessible. It also can be really therapeutic as you connect with nature and build cardiorespiratory endurance.