Working Out when Boondocking

[tripper]

Are there any good semi portable workout machines to take along when on the road / boondocking? I have a bow flex that possibly could fit in my truck bed while towing 5th wheel. Maybe that's too much to ask and I should just get a good dumbbell set and a bench.

 

[Van-Tramp]

I have been just using body weight exercises which have proven to be very effective; hiking/jogging, then pushups, situps, squats, dips, stretching, etc.

 

[RVTravel]

50 lb dumbell set and walmart blue foam pad is what I use at home and would use if fulltiming.

 

[highdesertranger]

don't need no stinking weights. a pick, shovel, and gold fever is all you need, you will get a work out might make a few bucks on the side. if you don't want that much of a work out maybe try a metal detector. highdesertranger

 

[Cammalu]

Sounds like fun HDR


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[AntiGroundhogDay]

I have some injuries from an old motorcycle accident, else I'd probably do more body weight exercises, but these come in a small bag and have been great: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006O0CLOS/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Spaceman Spiff]

Hiking with weight will exercise all muscle groups except arms.  Add weight to the pack/distance to your walk until you feel your are getting enough exercise.  I carry a day pack with ~ 10 lbs of water (2 X 2 liter pop bottles) along with the normal day pack stuff.

Multiple ways to go for arms: physical labor (HDR), exercises without equipment (Van-Tramp), small portable exercise equipment (AGD).  I usually get enough arm exercising with normal chores around camp.  If not I have two: 1> weighted hiking sticks and arm weights on a hike, with aggressive arm movement, 2> full one gallon water jugs for curls, presses, extensions.

 -- Spiff

 

[CityWoman]

Check out thefitrv.com - it's a blog written by a couple that travels in a Travato, and they're both really into fitness.  James is into bike racing and Stef's an exercise physiologist, I believe.  They have videos of workouts to do with limited or no equipment and in small spaces.  Plus they're funny and entertaining!

 

[Van Man Dave]

Yoga and/or Tai Chi. No equipment needed, best workout I've ever tried.

 

[Svenn]

I have been just using body weight exercises which have proven to be very effective; hiking/jogging, then pushups, situps, squats, dips, stretching, etc.

I agree.  Push-ups, curls, and running and you hit all of the 'cosmetic' muscle groups.  I skip the situps- maybe I'm wrong but I don't want more mass in that area, nor the tight hip flexors that necessarily go along with them.   

It's hard to get a good upper back (lats etc.) exercise without equipment though.

 

[lenny flank]

I lift my weights twelve ounces at a time.

 

[Optimistic Paranoid]

The 60" Hi Lift Jack weighs 33 lbs.  It makes a fine, improvised light barbell.  Do lots of reps and you'll build muscle endurance.

 

[RVTravel]

Also one could use water containers as weight. There are workout routines for 1 gallon jugs.