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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Rebecca Shepherd

Keen to Swerve the Gym As Temperatures Drop? 5 Cosy Home Workouts That Come PT-Approved

Cosy home workouts: A woman in brown gym kit, stretching at home after doing a sweat session.

The change of seasons brings with it many things. For starters, those deliciously crunchy brown leaves, the autumnal menus (hello pumpkin-spiced everything) and, of course, crisp temperatures and a 99.9% chance of rain. But the drop in temperatures and the darker mornings and evenings can also result in a dip in motivation levels to work out - especially if your workouts involve heading outdoors or commuting to the gym. Thankfully, that’s where the best cosy home workouts are here to save the day.

“As the weather gets colder and darker, motivation to head out to a class or gym can dip,” Rebecca Dadoun, founder of Pilates Prescription, confirms. "Rolling out a mat in your living room, lighting a candle, and moving at your own pace can feel like a form of self-care rather than a chore. It’s also a great way to stay consistent when energy levels tend to drop during autumn and winter. People are naturally drawn to creating routines that feel nurturing and comfortable, and home workouts fit that perfectly."

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