Benable — create shareable lists of things you recommend!
E.g., products you love, local businesses, travel recs - you can add anything to a Benable list!
Get Fit Without Leaving the Kids: At-Home Mom Edition
29
items Stay-at-Home Mom Fitness Essentials
Between naps, snack time, and folding laundry, getting a full workout in can feel impossible. These picks make it easier — equipment that’s space-conscious, multi-functional, and “mom-friendly.” Use short breaks, ...
Sections
5
Compact Equipment
Workout Accessories
Activewear Favorites
Recovery & Wellness
Digital / Smart Support
Compact Equipment
A full set with multiple resistance levels, handles, ankle straps, and door anchor. Resistance bands are a go-to for busy mom workouts — they allow strength work in tiny spaces.
11 PCS Resistance Exercise Band Set Fitness Stretch Yoga Workout Bands
Comes with a yoga mat plus strap, resistance bands, and a massage ball. Perfect all-in-one kit for moms just starting or wanting one “all-purpose” set.
Blogilates Starter Fit Kit: Yoga Mat, Strap & Exercise Band for Core Muscles
Adds versatility — pair with dumbbells or bands for presses, step-ups, or core lifts. Compact enough to tuck in a corner.
Adjustable Weight Bench - All In Motion™: Iron Frame, Faux Leather Seat, 400lb Capacity
These interlocking foam tiles protect floors, dampen noise, and are easy to assemble/disassemble when space is needed for kids.
Exercise Mats & Flooring - Gym Floor Mats & Puzzle Mats
Quiet, compact, with adjustable seat/handlebars. Cardio is harder to get in with kids, so a low-noise bike can be a lifesaver.
MERACH Stationary Exercise bike with Exclusive Free APP, Indoor Cycling Bicycle with 300lbs Weight Capacity, Silent Belt Drive and Comfortable Seat Cushion for Home Cardio Workout 35 Lbs Flywheel - Walmart.com
Workout Accessories
Small tools, big impact
Use for self-massage, loosening tight muscles, improving mobility. Foam rollers are often overlooked but essential for recovery.
TriggerPoint GRID 1.0 Foam Roller - Walmart.com
Includes a roller, stretch strap, ball, and carry bag — perfect “bundle” for pre- and post-workout mobility.
Athletic Works Full Body 5-Piece Fitness Recovery Kit, Includes Carry Bag, Black
Turns any door into a workspace for pull-aparts, rows, and upper-body work. Great for moms with tight space.
Gaiam Resistance Cord Heavy/Door Attachment Kit - Walmart.com
Doorframe pull-up (or push-up/dip) station with multi-function use — good for upper-body and core work.
GoFit Elevated Chin Up Station
Adds a little resistance to moves like lunges, donkey kicks, leg lifts, even walking around the house. Soft straps help make them comfy so your skin doesn’t get irritated. Good for toning and burning a few extra calories when you’re short on time.
POPSUGAR Soft Wrist/Ankle Weights, 5lb Set, Periwinkle/Lilac
These are the wobbly little pods you step on for balance, proprioception, core work, and ankle stability. Especially helpful if you’re working on posture or want “extra” subtle challenge in your routines without heavy weights.
Fitness Gear Balance Pods
Activewear Favorites
You’ll show up for yourself more if you feel good in your gear
High-waist, stretchy, and temperature-regulating. Great for layering under long tops or hiding midsection insecurities.
Nike Women's Therma-FIT One High-Waisted 7/8 Joggers
These leggings are a super budget win: high-waisted for tummy control, full-length so they work even if you’re bending, lifting kids, etc. The Powersoft fabric is soft, has some compression, and is good for both lounging and low-impact workouts.
High-Waisted PowerSoft Full-Length Pocket Leggings - Old Navy - Gap
Matching set with a sports-bra style top + ribbed leggings. Looks cute enough to wear out (school drop-off? yoga class?), but comfy enough for home workouts.
Discover Ribbed Activewear
Seamless fabric means fewer seams that dig in. Ribbed styling plus a set that gives you both the bottom and top so you don’t have to match later. Mid-price but good quality.
Allegra K Women's Seamless Ribbed Bra High Waisted ...
support bra + leggings. Great if you want something simple, cheap, but still decent for movement, jumping, etc. If you don’t need high impact, this one is amazing for the price.
SOFTSAIL Women's Sport Set Leggings and Top Bra for Gym and Sports Sizes S-XL - Walmart.com
Very budget-friendly. Seamless design helps reduce irritation, and great for yoga, stretching, or lighter workouts.
Workout Sets for Women qolati 2 Piece Seamless Yoga Leggings and Crosses Strap Sports Bra Gym Outfits Seamless Crop Tank Activewear Matching Set
Ultra-basics. If you need something for daily wear, gradient layering, or grabbing and going, this is the “just in case” piece without spending much.
qolati Workout Outfit Sets for Women 2 Piece Seamless Ribbed High Waist Leggings with Sports Bra Crop Tank Gym Yoga Shorts Sets
These leggings have a full panel waist that stretches up and over your belly for support, which means no midsection digging or rolling down. The material is smooth and comfy, good for light workouts, walks, or lounging. Great mid-price option that wo...
Maternity Power Full Panel Full Length Leggings | Gap
Old Navy has a couple of bras: the “Powersoft Nursing Sports Bra” and a “Medium Support Nursing Sports Bra.” Both have clips or easy access for nursing, plus moisture-wicking fabric so you stay comfortable. Useful during pregnancy and feeding stages,...
Maternity Activewear Sports Bras | Old Navy - Gap
Super soft, stretchy leggings that adapt to your changing body. The waistband gives the option of folding down or keeping it high, depending on what feels best each day. They also hold their shape well, which is a big plus during pregnancy.
Grow with Me™ Maternity & Postpartum Legging | Stormy Grey - Kindred Bravely
Recovery & Wellness
Use this after workouts or even midday to stretch tight hips, hamstrings, and shoulders.
Athletic Works Recovery Resistance Stretch Strap Exercise Bands with Multiple Hand Holds
Handy percussion massager to relieve knots, especially nice when you can’t make it to a massage therapist.
FitRx Massager
Another foam roller option — textured design helps dig into muscles without needing deep pressure.
18" Textured Foam Roller - Navy Blue - All In Motion™: EVA Material, Whole Body Use
Full recovery set: roller, stretch band, massage ball, etc. Perfect to have one place for all your post-workout relief tools so you can roll out soreness while dinner’s cooking or during baby’s nap.
Balance By Jillian Michaels Recovery Kit, Targets Tension and Enhances Muscle Relief, 4-Piece Set with Extended App Access
Digital / Smart Support
Short, actionable workouts you can fit into a busy week — minimal equipment required.
Strong Mama 5-Day Workout Challenge | At-Home Fitness Program for Busy Moms Digital Download PDF
Printable, quick circuits you can do during nap times, even if you only have 15 minutes.
15-Minute Workout Plan for Moms: Printable Home Fitness Guide (Digital Download)
A month-long guided plan you stick to — gives consistency and progression.
30 Day Fitness Challenge for Moms/Home Workout & Meal Plan PDF
Another digital plan option, with warm-ups, cooldowns, and balanced workouts for strength + cardio.
At-Home Fit Mom Workout Plan 4-Week No Equipment Fitness Guide for Busy Moms Printable PDF