Over the last year, I’ve lost 65 pounds. I’m not quite at my goal yet, but I will get there. I’ve had lots of people ask me what I’ve done to lose the weight and my answer is always eat healthy and exercise. It’s not glamorous, but it works. If you’re looking for a great workout that won’t break the bank, check out these 10 frugal workouts. Most of the workouts below are under $20 and some are FREE! Hope you enjoy!
1. Jillian Michaels – 30 Day Shred {Under $10}
This is my favorite! She kicks your butt in less than 30 minutes! Amazing!
2. Billy Blanks: Ultimate Bootcamp
{$15-$25}
I love Ultimate Bootcamp, but then again I’ve enjoyed every Billy Blanks workout.
3. Lindsay Brin’s Shed 5 Fast with Moms Into Fitness
{$15-$20}
I reviewed this a few weeks ago and it has some killer ab moves!
4. C25K {Free}
The Couch Potato to 5K will take couch potatoes and turn them into 5k runners in less than 10 weeks. Sounds impossible, but it actually works. During my very first run, I thought I’d die. Now I’m amazed at how long I can run for. Best of all…this workout is free!
5. Leslie Sansone Walk Away the Pounds Ultimate Collection
{$10-$15}
This is a great option for beginners! It’s also a great way to build up your endurance!
6. Turbo Jam Beachbody 5 Rockin’ Workouts
{$10-$25}
Turbo Jam Rocks! Every Beachbody program I’ve tried has been well done!
7. The 200 Sit Up Workout {Free}
This is not a full body workout, but the training program will improve your ability to do situps.
8. The 100 Push Ups Training Program {Free}
Did you know that push ups are one of the best exercises you can do? They are great for your arms, shoulders, and core!
9. Ride your bike! {Free if you already have a bike}
Bike riding is a great low impact workout! The weather is cooling off and fall is a perfect time to get your bike out!
10. Walk {Free}
Grab a friend or family member and go for a walk. If they’re not available, that’s OK. I love to take long walks while listening to audio books. It makes the time fly by.
Bonus: Dance
I love to dance and you’d be amazed at the workout you can get just by moving! Put on your favorite music and dance around your house!
Also, keep an eye out for workout gear and DVDs at garage sales and thrift stores. I bought the whole Power 90 DVD collection for $5 at a garage sale!
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Great post…and so fitting for this time of year. Everyone I know is talking about “getting back in shape” to prepare for the holidays.
I know so many people who spend hundreds for gym memberships …and then never use it! I found a bunch of yoga and exercise DVD’s at a garage sale and they serve as my {nearly free} workouts. I’m also a big walker!
This is fantastic! I don’t do too well when I’m not working out with other people, so I need the gym but this is great for the days I can’t make it. I did C25K this year and LOVED it (but… did it with a group). I tried Jillian Michaels but I didn’t like her yelling at me so I gave it to a friend.
Congrats on the 65 lb loss, that’s a lot of work!!