THE WELLNESS UPDATE
Building Your Own Home Gym
Who says you need a fancy fitness center to break a sweat? Transforming a corner of your home into a personal workout space doesn’t require a massive budget or lots of square footage—it just takes a little intention and planning. Here are a few reasons why it could be a game-changer for your fitness routine:
- Say goodbye to commuting to the gym or waiting for equipment.
- Get easy access to build a consistent workout routine.
- Train however and whenever you want. It’s your gym, your rules!
- Save on cost. After the initial setup, you'll save over time without membership fees.
- It’s perfect for those who prefer to exercise without an audience.
How to Set It Up
- Choose a Space: A spare bedroom, garage, basement, or even a section of your living room can work—just ensure it’s well-ventilated and allows for movement.
- Start with Essentials: Include a mat for floor work; resistance bands, dumbbells, or kettlebells for strength; and cardio gear like a jump rope, bike, or treadmill.
- Add Storage: Use wall hooks, bins, or a small rack to keep your area organized.
- Optional Additions: Make it even better with mirrors, speakers, a fan, or even a tablet mount for guided workouts.
There’s no one-size-fits-all solution for building physical fitness, so don’t feel defeated if the gym isn’t the best option for you. Your home workout can be just as effective and health-boosting as any other.
USER TIP OF THE MONTH
Reminder: App Update for Android
In case you missed it: the Motion Connected app for Android was recently updated to support Health Connect—Google’s new and improved service for sharing health and fitness data across apps.
What you need to do: If you have an Android phone and were previously using Google Fit to sync activity data, you will need to open the Motion Connected app and go to the Settings page to enable permissions for Health Connect to sync your data.
For more information, click here >>
USER TIP OF THE MONTH
Reminder: App Update for Android
In case you missed it: the Motion Connected app for Android was recently updated to support Health Connect—Google’s new and improved service for sharing health and fitness data across apps.
What you need to do: If you have an Android phone and were previously using Google Fit to sync activity data, you will need to open the Motion Connected app and go to the Settings page to enable permissions for Health Connect to sync your data.
For more information, click here >>
NUTRITION CORNER
Nutrition Hack #4
Pair Vitamin C with Iron!
Iron from plants (like spinach or beans) isn’t absorbed as easily as the kind from meat—but vitamin C can give it a serious boost. Squeeze lemon on sautéed greens or add strawberries to your oatmeal to enhance iron absorption and keep energy levels strong.
NUTRITION CORNER
Nutrition Hack #4
Pair Vitamin C with Iron!
Iron from plants (like spinach or beans) isn’t absorbed as easily as the kind from meat—but vitamin C can give it a serious boost. Squeeze lemon on sautéed greens or add strawberries to your oatmeal to enhance iron absorption and keep energy levels strong.
Monthly Question: What is one advantage of having a 'home gym'?
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