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The weather in Chicago can get pretty extreme sometimes, be that intensely hot or bitter cold. If you’ve just moved into your apartment and you’re stuck inside, you don’t have to skip your workout altogether. There are plenty of exercises you can do right in the comfort of your own home!
1. Side Planks
If you always do the standard frontal plank as part of your regular workout, change it up with a side plank instead. This exercise requires you to prop yourself up using half your body, triggering your muscles.
2. Lunges
Whether they’re side or forward lunges, in your spacious living room or bedroom, you will have the room to stretch your legs (literally) and work each one with challenging lunges. See how far you can go!
3. Squats
Squats are such a popular exercise because they tone the rear and the upper leg muscles. This move involves your bending down slowly into a squatting position, standing and repeating. If you have weights around your apartment, you can hold them in both hands for an even tougher workout.
4. Crunches and Reverse Crunches
The basic crunch is a simple yet awesome workout for abs. You lie on the floor with your hands behind your head and then lift the upper half of your body, feeling it in your abs. What about reverse crunches? With this move, you still start by lying down. Place your knees close and then raise your legs as high up as you can go. It’s recommended you lift 90 degrees, if possible.
5. Pushups
The classic pushup should still be a part of any exercise routine, as it strengthens several areas of the body. If you’re bored by regular pushups by now, try lifting a single leg and then doing a few reps. Switch to your other leg and continue.
You won’t mind spending time at home exercising if you call North Harbor Tower home. These Chicago apartments have three-bedroom floor plans available (as well as single-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments) and gorgeous views of the city.
Residents get such amenities as high-rise views, designer finishes, hardwood floors, high ceilings, included washers and dryers, sizable closets, stunning master suites, upgraded kitchens, and wraparound rooms.
Don’t wait: Call us today at 866-473-1997 to inquire about availability or to book your walkthrough.
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Even though there’s still a little summer left to get through, why not get a jump-start on getting your place ready for the approaching fall weather? Residents of our apartments in Chicago, Illinois, know how fast the weather can change once September hits. That’s why we’ve brought you a few ideas on bringing autumn’s splendor into your apartment.
Add Some Festive Centerpieces
Find flowers in red and gold colors and place them on your dining room and kitchen tables. You can also look for different fruits like apples and oranges as well. This is an easy way to start putting glimpses of your favorite fall colors around your apartment.
Other Centerpiece Ideas
- Combine fruits and flowers into one basket.
- Add in fall-colored greenery.
- Use a colorful piece of pottery.
Come up with different mixes to place around your home for a unique look that will dazzle your visitors.
Decorate Your Walls
Fill up any blank spaces on your walls with pictures of different fall scenes. It gives you a good reason for making a trip to Chicago’s many flea markets and art galleries. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to find some great art to give your apartment more depth and color.
You can also find different decorations and configure them in different patterns. Why not invite some friends over and have a party where you come up with different creations to place around your apartment? That might give them some ideas on what to do with their own place.
Add Some Throw Pillows
Throw pillows are another easy way to add some fall flavor throughout your apartment. Find some big ones to put in front of the TV or smaller ones to give that old couch a little extra pizzazz.
Don’t limit your new pillows to the living room. Add them to your bedroom or on your patio furniture as well. Try mixing different patterns with solids for a more sophisticated look.
North Harbor Tower Apartments in Chicago, Illinois, provides great views of the city regardless of what time of year it is. Get a look for yourself by calling us at (866) 473-1997 and scheduling a tour.
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