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There are a lot of reasons you might prefer a home workout over an in-person class or the gym. No commute, no membership fees, no close proximity to a bunch of sweaty strangers. If you are a parent or caregiver, immunocompromised, trying to save money, or just genuinely love your little home gym space you created during the pandemic, working out from home is a great option.

The problem (albeit a good one): There are so many ways to do it. Online classes, virtual studios, and YouTube workouts exploded over the last few years. If you don’t know where to start, a simple Google search won’t narrow it down. And you can’t be sure that the person on the other end of your screen has formal training, even if they’re seemingly fit as hell. Just because someone is an influencer and looks shredded in their matching workout set doesn’t mean they have the credentials to tell you how to move your body.

In case you’re feeling decision fatigue before you even start your workout, we asked fitness experts at Fyt to share their favorite home workouts. You’ll need little to no equipment, and some are as short as 10 minutes.

(If you are at the beginning of your home workout journey and looking to invest in a few core essentials, we recommend a yoga mat, dumbbells, an adjustable kettlebell, and resistance bands.)

Check out personal trainer-recommended home workouts or let us know if you already have a favorite >>>

Melanie, editor at Nessie Sightings

PS: Congrats to Cali S., Jessica S., and Zoë B. for winning last issue’s Maude giveaway!

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Speaking of Spring, it’s almost exercise dress season

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California is done doing business with a pharmacy chain that is limiting its abortion care services

Our guts are so powerful

Very cool move from Strava, which is donating money for your hot girl walks

There are actually psychological benefits of a commute, but you can create your own if you work from home

The social case for going to bed

How insulin might get more affordable

On the biotech companies trying to make artificial breast milk

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It’s easy to find workout or wellness gear that serves a not-so-secret dual purpose as a status symbol. (Think: Peloton, Lululemon, pretty much every green juice ever sold.) Another thing to add to this list? Wrist and ankle weights.

They are a solid investment for those who have taken their barre, yoga sculpt, or Pilates classes virtually since the pandemic started. They can add intensity to your workout and keep things interesting even if you don’t have access to all the bells and whistles you’ll find in your studio classes.

We reviewed a bunch, and found that the trendiest (and most aesthetic) brands aren’t always the most effective. Check out our favorites >>>

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