The new year is in the starting blocks and it's time for the annual resolutions. Right at the top is the wish to stay fit.

Also to lose a few pounds. After all, we want to turn heads with a bikini body in summer. But in the age of COVID-19, staying fit isn't so easy. The lockdown hits many people's mood, and unfortunately their hips too. To make matters worse, our wallets are running dry because of furloughs and reduced hours. In this post you'll find three ultimate low-budget hacks for a healthier lifestyle.

Staying fit with a home workout for penny-pinchers

Staying fit

If you want to stay fit, you don't need an expensive personal trainer or a gym membership with a binding contract. A bit of space and enough motivation are completely sufficient to stick to a training plan at home. Tough home workouts not only shape your abs, legs and butt, but also boost your cardiovascular system, your endurance and your well-being. For free, of course! Just two sessions a week of at least twenty minutes each bring you closer to your Adonis body. Put your sessions in your calendar so that your inner couch potato isn't even tempted to skip a workout. To see results quickly, think about which goals you want to reach. Whether it's more endurance, a six-pack or a firm backside, there's a fitting workout for every area. You'll find training plans and videos for free on the internet or in various free apps.

Staying fit with healthy food for a small wallet

"You are what you eat" is far more than an empty phrase. An unhealthy diet inevitably leads to illness and being overweight and limits your well-being. Anyone who wants to stay fit in particular needs enough vitamins and minerals. The misconception that good food is expensive persists stubbornly in our society. Yet it's cheaper to cook fresh than to consume ready-made meals. Seasonal vegetables, potatoes, rice or pasta don't cost a fortune. Even a good steak is affordable at the discount grocery store around the corner. With a small selection of spices and high-quality oil you can also spice up the flavor of any dish. Skip expensive sugary soft drinks too. Tap water is healthier and has excellent drinking quality. You also spare yourself the annoying hauling of cases. If you don't have time to cook, reach for frozen products like vegetables or frozen fruit. These are rich in vitamins and nutrients and cheap on top of that. Buy fresh products at the farmers market shortly before closing. Stall owners like to turn a blind eye then and sell their goods for less.

Staying fit

To reach your goal of "staying fit," physical fitness alone isn't enough. A positive attitude, inner strength and stress resilience are also decisive. You build these components through mental training. Simple exercises help you master challenges and optimize your cognitive abilities. Whether it's breathing exercises, relaxation techniques or meditation, you'll find countless free guides and articles online with simple exercises and techniques.