Woman working out at home

Whilst doing a commercial gym workout is the ideal situation for some, sometimes it isn't feasible with finishing work late, family obligations, or just not enough hours in the day. 

The answer, online workouts. YouTube workout videos took off during the pandemic, with people unable to get to the gym but still wanting to keep fit. Channels like Chloe Ting and Joe Wicks were just some platforms sharing workout videos online to keep the world in shape. 

Can you get fit from YouTube workout videos?

Absolutely. Whether you are doing them at the gym or at home, as long as the effort is still the same, you can get fit from a YouTube video. The central aspect to consider when searching for a YouTube workout video, is the account producing it. 

Anyone can create a workout and upload it to YouTube. Whereas, if you are using a PT or doing a class in the gym, you know for a fact these instructors are qualified to create a workout that will help you to progress in your fitness journey. 

A woman performing a plank

How To Select The Right YouTube Workout For You 

First, decide what you would like to get out of your YouTube workout. Heading straight onto YouTube can feel overwhelming with everything from yoga, HITT, pilates, Zumba, boxercise, and everything in between, all available at the click of a button. Search on google for different workouts and see what might suit you. 

With workouts being quicker to do than ever, many videos are based around time frames, for example, 'Ten Thousand Steps In 40 minutes' or '10 Minute Daily HITT Workout'. Creators use this tactic to entice users with the thought of a quick workout. These can be great if you are in a rush! But it is also essential to consider what you want to get from your training, not just how many minutes it will take you. 

Some home workouts require equipment to ensure you get the most out of your workout, shop our range of home workout equipment. 

Best Fitness YouTube Channel For A Light Home Workout  

If you are using your home workout to get some movement into your day, as a little break from your desk, or to get your heart rate up, a channel such as 'Grow With Jo' might be your perfect fit. Targeting health and wellness over sculpting a model body, Jo's content is mainly created for beginners keen to start their fitness journey and get their bodies moving. 

Jo releases free content every week from across the pond with the choice of pilates, kickboxing, meditation, yoga, HITT, dance, and many more.

 

A women doing sit ups on a home work out mat

Best Fitness YouTube Channel For A Diverse Home Workout 

If you are more interested in traditional cardio and strength workouts, The Body Coach's channel may be more up your street. With 700 videos on the site, the content is available for all audiences. Specific videos include content for the elderly, children, pregnant women or the whole family. 

Alongside this, Joe produces workouts for different capabilities. These titles include '15 Minute Savage Cardio  Workout' and 'Full Body Intermediate HITT', created for experienced individuals who want a workout that will push them. 

These workouts are designed to focus on the mental health benefits of exercise and looking physically better following as a by-product. 

A man performing a Russian Twist exercise using a kettlebell

Best Fitness YouTube Channel For A Challenging Home Workout

If you are motivated by results, a channel such as ‘Lucy Wyndham-Read’ might be worth exploring.

With titles such as 'Lower Blood Pressure 15 Minute Workout', 'Lose Belly Fat 7 Minute Workout', and '7 Minute Workout For Slim Arms', there is always a physical aim that you are working towards during the workout. 

As a qualified fitness trainer with 20 years of experience, Lucy aims to create fun, quick, effective workouts that produce tangible results. 

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We hope to inspire you to try some YouTube workouts! If you want to purchase any of our premium gym equipment, please do not hesitate to contact us. We provide many finance options for those looking to build their dream gym.