Quick Workouts for Busy November Days

November can be a hectic month. With work, family, and the countdown to the holidays, finding time to exercise can feel impossible. But staying active is crucial for your health and energy levels. The good news? Even 10–20 minutes of focused home gym workouts can make a huge difference. Using Pulse Fitness, Bodymax, and other complete gym equipment, you can stay on track without spending hours at the gym.

5 Quick Home Gym Workouts

1. Bodyweight Circuit (10–15 minutes)

No equipment? No problem. A quick bodyweight circuit can target your entire body.

• Squats – 15 reps

• Push-ups – 12 reps

• Lunges – 10 per leg

• Plank – 30 seconds
  Repeat 2–3 times for a full-body burn.

2. Dumbbell Strength Blast (15 minutes)

If you have Nordictrack dumbbells or a compact dumbbell set:

• Bicep curls – 12 reps

• Shoulder press – 12 reps

• Deadlifts – 12 reps

• Dumbbell rows – 10 per arm
  This quick circuit strengthens arms, shoulders, and back efficiently.

Need dumbbells, why not check out our new dumbbells, like the Nordictrack or Swiss?

3. Cardio Quick Hit (10 minutes)

Using Pulse Fitness cardio machines like a recumbent bike or treadmill:

• 1-minute sprint

• 1-minute easy pace
  Repeat for 10 minutes to boost your heart rate and burn calories fast.

4. Resistance Band Core (10–12 minutes)

A compact resistance band can give you a full core workout:

• Band rotations – 12 per side

• Standing crunch – 15 reps

• Band woodchoppers – 10 per side
  This strengthens abs and obliques in a short timeframe.

5. Quick Stretch & Recovery (5 minutes)

Finish with a brief stretch session to reduce soreness:

• Forward fold – 30 seconds

• Chest opener – 30 seconds

• Cat-cow stretch – 30 seconds

• Hamstring stretch – 30 seconds

Tips for Consistency

1. Schedule workouts like appointments – even short sessions count.

2. Use compact gym equipment for efficiency – dumbbells, resistance bands, or a Pulse recumbent bike.

3. Mix and match workouts to prevent boredom.

4. Track your progress – it helps stay motivated during a busy November.

Fit Workouts for Any Schedule

Even when life gets busy, staying active is possible. With Pulse Fitness, Bodymax equipment, and simple home gym tools, you can fit in quick, effective workouts that keep your body strong and energized. Don’t let November’s chaos stop your fitness goals – your health deserves just 10 minutes a day.