These are the exact tools I use for effective home workouts as a busy mom. Simple affordable and perfect for staying consistent without needing a gym membership
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Strength Training 💪🏼
Cardio & Conditioning 🏃♀️
Fitness & Tracking ⌚️
Extra Things That Help 🥤
Recovery🧘🏻♀️
Strength Training 💪🏼
Simple but effective doorway pull up bar with padded handles great for upper body strength training at home without needing a permanent setup or drilling into walls.
Pull Up Bar Door Frame No Screws + E-Book
These resistance bands are perfect for glute activation, toning, stretching and strength training at home. I use them for lower body workouts, Pilates and warm ups before cardio. Great for building strength without needing heavy weights.
Amazon.co.uk: Resistance Bands
Skipping is one of the quickest ways to burn calories at home. This rope is lightweight, easy to store and perfect for short, high intensity cardio sessions. Ideal if you want effective fat-burning workouts without bulky equipment.
Decathlon
This Pilates ring set is perfect for at home toning and core workouts. Great for strengthening your glutes, thighs and abs. If you’re starting Pilates at home and want equipment that actually targets deep muscles, this is a must.
LIONSCOOL Pilates Ring Set 14” Magic Circle
Cardio & Conditioning 🏃♀️
This aerobic step is one of my favourite pieces of home workout equipment. It’s perfect for step cardio, glute workouts and low impact HIIT sessions. I use it for leg days, jump squats and quick fat burning workouts at home. Adjustable height makes i...
Amazon.co.uk: Aerobic Step
The best purchase! Super easy to use and also saves space by being compact. I couldn’t live without mine for the days I cannot be bothered to go to the gym ☺️
Amazon.co.uk: Walking Pad
A sleek, space saving treadmill that’s perfect for walking at home. Easy to store, beginner friendly and ideal for daily steps without the gym.
2-in-1 Folding Treadmill with LED Display, 1–6KM/H Speed Range | Decathlon
Adds extra burn to leg and glute workouts without needing heavy equipment.
Amazon.co.uk: Ankle Weights
Fitness & Tracking ⌚️
Track your fitness with Apple Watch. I would be lost without mine ⌚️
Apple Watch - Apple (UK)
Knowing my recovery score has actually helped me stay consistent without burning out.
OURA Ring 4 Silver Size 8 Smart Sleep Ring
Extra Things That Help 🥤
Small but essential for staying consistent with your nutrition.
Shaker Bottle
Recovery🧘🏻♀️
My non-negotiable. A good mat makes everything more comfortable whether I’m stretching, doing core workouts, or just warming up. I like one that’s non-slip and cushioned enough to protect my knees.
Amazon.co.uk: Yoga Mat
Recovery favourite! Deep massage therapy at home for sore muscles 💪🏼
Massage Gun Deep Tissue, Portable Muscle ...
Great for easing muscle tension and speeding up recovery at home 🏡