48 Weird Ways to Work Out

From Workout-Friendly Couches to Washroom Workout Tools

— February 27, 2014 — Unique
The importance of physical activity really can’t be stressed enough, but if you dislike going to the gym, or find it hard to exercise at home, fortunately there are a ton of weird ways to work out.

If you don’t want to feel like you’re working out, one of the easiest ways to sneak in some exercise is to combine it with another activity, which could even be as simple as something like sitting on a chair, or playing a video game that requires a lot of movement from the whole body.

If none of these weird ways to work out seem appealing, you could always make up your own fitness workout, like Joanna Rohrback did with 'Prancercise.'
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Intelligent Game Console Workouts
Intelligent Game Console Workouts
The Wii Fit U Features Advanced Monitors to Keep You On-Track
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Incentivized Workouts
Incentivized Workouts
Armida Ascano Discusses Unusual Fitness Motivation Methods
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Gamified Travel Workout Apps
Gamified Travel Workout Apps
The Burn The Miles App Combines Work Travelling and Exercise
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Concealed Trainer Fitness Challenges
Concealed Trainer Fitness Challenges
ASICS' 'Next Epic Challenge' Presents a Hidden Challenge
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Exercise-Oriented Gaming Systems
Exercise-Oriented Gaming Systems
Goji Play Aims to Make Cardio More Engaging
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Geeky Gamer Fitness Videos
Geeky Gamer Fitness Videos
The Gamer Fit Exercise Videos Mimics Moves From Popular Games
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Workout-Encouraging Taxis
Workout-Encouraging Taxis
Coca-Cola Chile Set Up Incentive to Exercise Inside Taxis
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Multi-Muscle Workout Bikes
Multi-Muscle Workout Bikes
Get a Full Body Workout WIth the Varibike Bicycle
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Smartphone-Charging Bicycles
Smartphone-Charging Bicycles
The Samsung Galaxy Bike Was Revealed as a Prototype at the 2014 CES
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Smiley-Face Fitness Monitors
Smiley-Face Fitness Monitors
The HAPItrack Records Physical Activity and Aims to Improve Your Mood
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Chaotic Climbing Gym Offices
Chaotic Climbing Gym Offices
This Open Concept Office Blurs the Lines Between Work and Play
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Fitness Video Game Harnesses
Fitness Video Game Harnesses
GameCube by Intellect Motion Encourages More Player Movements
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Hip Hop Hybrid Dancercise
Hip Hop Hybrid Dancercise
Tai-Chip-Hop is a Fusion of Traditional Tai-Chi and Urban Hip-Hop
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Workout-Encouraging Subway Stations
Workout-Encouraging Subway Stations
This Exercise Machine Trades Squats for Subway Fares
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Fitness-Enabling Furniture
Fitness-Enabling Furniture
Jaime Neely Talks Home Decor Workout Equipment
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Hot Female Fitness Programs
Hot Female Fitness Programs
Flirty Girl Fitness Offers Everything from Pole Dancing to Boot Camp
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Exercising Kitty Campaigns
Exercising Kitty Campaigns
DDB's Temptations Cat Treats Ads Proposes Cardio for Your Furry Feline
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Bicycle-Powered Creameries
Bicycle-Powered Creameries
'Peddler's Creamery' Puts Pedal to the Metal to Make Ice Cream
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Athlete-Training Parachutes
Athlete-Training Parachutes
The SKLZ Speed Resistance Training Parachute is Key for Training
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Mobile Core Workouts
Mobile Core Workouts
The Drift Balance Board Prepares You Well for Boarding Sports
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Suggestive Saddle Workouts
Suggestive Saddle Workouts
Horse Riding Fitness Ace Power is More Shocking Than the Shake Weight
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Outside-Simulating Exercise Software
Outside-Simulating Exercise Software
This Outdoor Fitness App Lets You Travel While Working Out
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Colorful Exercise Encouragement
Colorful Exercise Encouragement
The No Red No Stop Urges You to Keep Skipping Through the Spectrum
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Incentive-Driven Fitness Apps
Incentive-Driven Fitness Apps
The Fitmob App Makes Workouts More Financially Appealing
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Hybrid Body Fuel Funnels
Hybrid Body Fuel Funnels
The 'Shoot N Shake' Scoop and Funnel Simplifies the Process
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Unorthodox Yoga Hotel Programs
Unorthodox Yoga Hotel Programs
Kimpton Yoga Mat in Every Room Encourages Fitness and Health
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Kiddie Workout Equipment
Kiddie Workout Equipment
This Treadmill for Kids Adds Fun to Their Fitness
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Sugar-Inspired Rock Climbing
Sugar-Inspired Rock Climbing
The Allez Up Rock Climbing Facility was Built in an Old Sugar Refiner
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Cat Aerobic Commercials
Cat Aerobic Commercials
The Temptations Work It Kitty Campaign Promotes Healthy Pet Lifestyles
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Hero-Specific Workout Plans
Hero-Specific Workout Plans
Body Aid Solutions Wonders What Workout Each Hero Would Need
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Treat-Dispensing Treadmills
Treat-Dispensing Treadmills
This Nice Treadmill Rewards Runners for a Good Work Out
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Tablet-Integrated Treadmills
Tablet-Integrated Treadmills
The Technogym Unity Offers an Interactive Surface at Your Fingertips
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Boat-Inspired Fitness Furniture
Boat-Inspired Fitness Furniture
The GEWOS Rowing Armchair Encourages Healthy Activities at Home
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Washroom Workout Tools
Washroom Workout Tools
The 'BatheXercise' Exercise Equipment Lets You Buff Up While You Shower
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Cross-Country Aquatic Skis
Cross-Country Aquatic Skis
The ABH20 Water Walking Skis Take the Snow Out of Nordic Skiing
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Princess-Inspired Athletic Gear
Princess-Inspired Athletic Gear
'Snow White Under Armour' Mixes Fairy Tales and Functionality
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Phone-Charging Exercise Ropes
Phone-Charging Exercise Ropes
The PULSE Jump Rope Powers Electronics with Play
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Cheek-Tightening Mouthpieces
Cheek-Tightening Mouthpieces
The Kuwaete Sukkiri Tongue Exerciser Combats Saggy Skin
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Core Muscle-Strenghtening Chairs
Core Muscle-Strenghtening Chairs
These Chairs Offer a Workout While on the Job
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Health-Concious Playgrounds
Health-Concious Playgrounds
Los Angeles's New Fitness Park is Sure to Motivate Healthy Lifestyles
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Workout-Friendly Couches
Workout-Friendly Couches
Designer Tobias Fränzel Lets you Relax and Workout at the Same Time
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Leg-Toning Mobility Machines
Leg-Toning Mobility Machines
The Me-Mover Lets You Workout as You Zip Through the City
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Workout Office Chairs
Workout Office Chairs
This Office Gym is the Perfect Way to Work While Working Out
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Exercise Office Seating
Exercise Office Seating
The Wellness Ball is a Masterclass in Office Ergonomics
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Outdoors-Simulating Treadmills
Outdoors-Simulating Treadmills
Voyager by Il-Seop Yoon Makes Running More Engaging
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Multi-Functional Height-Adjusting Desks
Multi-Functional Height-Adjusting Desks
The Pavos Table by Schulte Design Raises in One Spot
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Disney Princess Running Outfits
Disney Princess Running Outfits
These iGlow Running Ensembles Channel Fairytale Princess Charm
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