It's hard to believe that 2024 is almost here. Nevertheless, January is rapidly approaching, and the time for end-of-the-year reflections and setting New Year's resolutions has arrived.
If you've identified focusing on your health as one of your goals for 2024, you're off to a good start. However, to set yourself up for success, it might be helpful to narrow down those goals. While wanting to 'get healthier' is commendable, the broad nature of health-related aims can make this goal feel somewhat overwhelming.
Not sure where to start? Sunny has your back! We have compiled a list of common health and fitness related goals to focus on in the new year. If any of our goals resonate with the changes you wish to make, you can begin adding direction to your intentions for 2024 and select the Sunny gym equipment that can help you get there!
Goal: Build Strength/Tone Muscles
If you want to make changes to your health in a big way, you might consider resistance training. Science tells us that strength training improves healthspan, significantly aids in reducing chronic disease (like diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and more), and is an integral part of weight management.(1) Here are a few items that will help you build strength and tone your muscles, improving your health along the way!
Squat Stand Power Rack
Get back to the basics with the Squat Stand Power Rack. This rack’s minimalistic design and small footprint make it perfect for any sized living space. With the ability to adjust the rack to different heights, you can perform standard barbell lifts, as well as use the adjustable 3-level pull-up bar as part of your strength training routine. Customize your workout experience further with the compatible accessories to help you hit all your fitness goals. Barbell is sold separately, so don’t forget to check those out too!
Premium Adjustable Incline Multifunction Weight Bench
This bench caters to diverse exercise needs with multiple workout positions and easy incline adjustments. This allows you to perfectly customize your strength workout to help you hit your goals. You can also pair this bench with any type of strength equipment you have – barbell, dumbbells, kettlebells, and resistance bands all work great.
Elite Adjustable Dumbbell (Single Dumbbell)
Want weight options but don’t have much extra space? Try this adjustable dumbbell! With 5 different weight options (ranging from 15-55 lbs) you can change exercise intensity with just one click. Plus, it all stores in one compact weight to avoid cluttering in your home gym.
Vinyl Coated Kettle Bells 5lbs-25lbs
Develop power, endurance, and balance with these kettlebells! Wrapped up in an unassuming package, these weights help to sculpt and tone the entire body and build strength and stability at the same time. If you’re looking to improve your functional strength and movement, these are for you!
Goal: Increase Endurance
Improving stamina can change your life. Good endurance ensures you can complete your necessary daily tasks with energy left over to do the things you love. Boost your quality of life with Sunny’s cardio equipment!
Astra Elite Smart Auto Incline Brushless Motor Treadmill
Highlight your training at home! Featuring a wide range of speeds, inclines, and customization options, you have complete control to tailor your workout to your personal fitness level. With SunnyFit® app connectivity and professional trainer-led workouts, you’ll be sure to stay motivated throughout each run or walk.
Smart Pro Indoor Cycling Exercise Bike
This cycle bike feels like it’s right out of the studio. If you love cycling class but want the convenience of clipping in from home, this is the bike for you! At an affordable price point, and the FREE SunnyFit® app loaded with thousands of cycle workouts, you have everything you need to beat PRs, skyrocket your endurance, and get in a great workout every time.
Wooden Water Rowing Machine with Bluetooth Connectivity
This eco-friendly and durable rower is designed for a full-body workout that is gentle on your joints. With dynamic resistance, a water flywheel, and six different water tank levels, you easily control the intensity of each stroke. The ultimate full-body workout – use up to 86% of your muscles each time you hop on.
Power Stepper with Resistance Bands
A small piece of equipment, but don’t let its size fool you. This tiny but mighty machine packs a punch! In just 15 minutes get your heart rate up and work towards improving your muscular strength. And with the detachable resistance bands, you can check full-body workout off your list.
Goal: Improve Mobility & Flexibility
Being able to move through all of your joints’ full range of motion is crucial for longevity and quality of life. Regularly working to improve mobility and flexibility is the best way to ensure a healthy range of motion as you age. These Sunny items will create momentum in the direction of your goal.
Resistance Tube Set
Strength training is one way to help facilitate your mobility, and these resistance tubes are an excellent way to do it. Not only that, but the tubes can also be used as a stretch strap post-exercise, working to get your muscles into a deeper passive stretch.
Fitboard 4D Vibration Platform Exercise Machine
Use this Fitboard prior to a workout or stretch sesh to increase circulation and help you stretch more deeply with ease. Also, enjoy improved recovery time post-exercise, reducing soreness in your muscles and stiffness in your joints.
Stretch Training Machine
If you struggle with tight muscles, the stretch training machine assists you with a variety of stretches. You can move through various stretches more comfortably allowing you to maximize each stretch’s benefit. This is an effective solution to complement your home gym workout or just to squeeze in a quick stretch.
Goal: Boost Mental Health
If one of your 2024 goals is to nurture your mental health, the SunnyFit® app is here to support you. With an array of meditations and yoga classes to choose from, Sunny helps you take the time to disconnect and turn inward.
What’s more, exercise of any kind has been proven to make positive, lasting improvements to your mental health.(2) The SunnyFit® app has all different types of workouts to choose from, so find a way to move that brings you joy!
Gear Up For Success
No matter what your fitness and health goals are for the new year, Sunny is here to support you. Whether you’re working on your strength, endurance, mental health, or something else, we are here to set you up for success and stand by you throughout your entire process. We can’t wait to hear about all that you achieve in 2024!
1. Westcott, W. L. (2012). Resistance training is medicine. Current Sports Medicine Reports, 11(4), 209–216. https://doi.org/10.1249/jsr.0b013e31825dabb8. Accessed 11 December 2023.
2. Kathleen Mikkelsen, Broman-Fulks, J. J., Byrne, A., Heyn, P., Pedersen, B. K., DiLorenzo, T. M., Janal, M. N., Aguiar, A. S., Lopresti, A. L., Watson, K., Praag, H. M. van, Delahanty, L. M., Stojanovska, L., Martinsen, E. W., Antunes, H. K., … Sun, L. (2017, September 7). Exercise and mental health. Maturitas. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0378512217308563. Accessed 11 December 2023.
