A workout at the gym or video training at home?

We live in a fast-paced world where time is a precious resource. However, it takes time and commitment to exercise, which makes it difficult to maintain regularity. Fortunately, today we have the great opportunity to take part in video/online training, which allows you to train when and where you want.

What is video training?

Video workouts are video clips that can be watched anywhere you have access to the internet and video (phone, computer, TV). Video workouts include a guided workout by a trainer who shows you the exercises and explains how to do them properly.

The workouts are ideal for those who want to train individually or at home. For example FitQ video training offer a variety of training styles and difficulty levels. So they're perfect for beginners too!

Many training platforms also allow trainers to create specific training programmes to meet the individual needs of the trainee.

Are home video workouts effective?

There are many studies that have examined the effectiveness of home exercise, especially when compared to gym training. Some studies have shown that home-based exercise can be as effective as training in a gym. For example, one study published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research found that home-based exercise was as effective as gym-based exercise in improving body composition, strength and aerobic capacity.

Another study, published in the journal BMC Public Health, found that a 12-week programme of home exercise significantly improved physical fitness and health, particularly in women.

However, it is important to remember that results may vary depending on the type of training programme and equipment used and the individual's own training status and goals.

Flexibility makes you move more

In addition to flexibility, video/web training and online training also offer convenience, as they do not require the extra time of going to the gym. This means that exercising can become more convenient and affordable, encouraging people to exercise more regularly.

In this way, you can make exercise part of your daily routine, which can improve both your physical and mental health.

So the answer to this question is definitely yes. Home video training can be as effective as gym training. The results depend on how you use your time and equipment to maximise your workouts, and how committed you are to maintaining regularity. By exercising at home, you can tailor your training plan to suit you better in terms of when and for how long you exercise, which in turn can improve the effectiveness of your workouts.

How to know if home video training is effective?

1. The effectiveness of video training can be assessed in several ways. One way is to monitor your training results, such as body composition, strength or endurance. If you see positive changes in these areas, you can conclude that video training has been effective.
2. The second way is to assess how well the workouts meet your training goals. If you want to lose weight, online workouts should help you burn calories and lose fat. If you want to gain muscle mass, video workouts should include the right type of exercises to help build muscle.
3. In addition, you can assess your health and well-being before and after video training. If you feel more energetic and refreshed after a workout, you can be sure that online training has helped you to become healthier.

It's important to remember that the effectiveness of video training also depends on how regularly you do it. Regularity is key to achieving long-lasting results and improving physical fitness. It is therefore advisable to follow a training plan and try to train 2-3 times a week or according to your goals.

Keeping up with your workouts is easy with friends!

Doing video workouts with friends can be a fun and motivating way to stay active. That's why we're now also calling on everyone to FitQ members to invite their friends to the challenge.

For example, organise joint virtual training sessions. Choose the right training style and difficulty and agree when you will train together virtually. This can be a good way to motivate each other and you can talk and share experiences while exercising together.

Or challenge your workouts. Set goals and challenges that you want to achieve together. For example, you could challenge yourself to exercise for a certain amount of time each day or to do a certain number of exercises during the week. When the challenge is over, you can agree to do something together to celebrate your achievements.

Be sure to read other motivational thoughts and suggestions on our blog!

All in all, online workouts and workout videos offer flexibility, convenience, variety and inclusiveness, making it much easier to exercise regularly and maintain a healthy lifestyle. If you want to improve your health and physical fitness, these workout methods are a great way to do it!