10 Plus Size Workout Videos That Can Be Done at Home

Sweat, sass, and self-love—welcome to the world of plus-size workouts that actually get you moving! Forget the one-size-fits-all fitness routines, because this list of at-home workout videos is made for curves that demand a little extra attention.

Whether you’re shimmying to a hip-hop beat or breaking a sweat in your living room, these workouts are here to keep things hot, spicy, and totally body-positive. Get ready to feel the burn and the love, all from the comfort of your own space.

Stretching Warm Ups for Plus Size

1. Gentle Floor Movements with Lauren Leavell

This floor movement routine is perfect if you need some comfort and self care. It’s a reset routine that you can do for your body sitting anywhere in your house — no workout props needed!

The whole video is less than 25 minutes and takes place ENTIRELY on the floor. So if you’re worried about moving around and just need something simple for your body and mind, this is what I’d recommend.

Lauren walks you through everything you need to do to help you cool down.

Plus Size Walking Workouts

2. Beginner Walking Workout (At Home!) by It’s Marra

If you need something low impact and are able to move your feet, this Beginner Walking Workout is great. You don’t need a lot of space and you don’t have to do it all at one time (seriously, if you’ve only got 30 seconds in you, that’s OK!). 

This whole workout video is 13 minutes, it sees you primarily walking in place but mixed in are low impact movements like touching your ankles. The whole point of this is to truly just move — so move as much as you can.

What I love about this video, in particular, is that it’s NOT tailored for someone who’s already fit. If you’re like “exercise, I don’t know her” (that’s me), then this is a good place to start. You need nothing but you to get started.

3. Beginner Walking Workout with Cathy Over 50

If you want more walking, this is the video for you.

Cathy walks us through a truly simple walking routine in her front living room, showing you can really start your journey from everywhere. I will say that this routine isn’t as lively as the one with It’s Marra, but it’s great if you want something low key.

This routine features both a warm up and cool down, along with six simple movements that are perfect for anyone who just wants to get started. Overall, this routine is 13 minutes long. 

Remember, skip what you can’t do!

Plus Size Yoga Videos

4. Beginner Friendly Yoga with Jessamyn Stanley

I ADORE this yoga instruction for plus size bodies looking to get into the craft. It’s an easy-to-follow and go-your-own-flow video that walks you through how to build a yoga routine that works for you.

What I love about this particular video is that whole Jessamyn walks you through different steps, exercises and poses in a very real, down-to-earth way. I particularly appreciate the way she walks through not only how to do different poses, but to move in a way that works for YOUR body. 

To be clear, there are a TON of awesome plus size creators who have great beginner-level yoga routines on YouTube. But if you’ve NEVER tried yoga — or you have and you’ve given up before it’s even hit 5 minutes — then this is the one you need to watch. 

The video is 23-minutes long and she spends A LOT of time showing you HOW to do and modify easy, simple poses. You CAN do yoga, this video is a great place to start. 

5. Gentle Yoga for Bigger Bodies by The Yoga Room

This plus size yoga YouTube video is 25-minutes of basic moves that are directed with bigger bodies in mind. It’s run by Zelinda Yañez founder of The Yoga Room, a studio in Round Rock, Texas. 

If you need something easy to do and you don’t want to do a full 45-minutes (see the next video), then this could be a great choice for you. The poses are basic, easy to do, and if you aren’t comfortable with one, just skip it!

What you need for this workout: Yoga Mat

6. Curvy Yoga – Beginners Yoga by CurveSome Yoga

If you want a FULL yoga class for your plus size workout, then the Beginner’s Curve Yoga by CurveSome Yoga—yoga for every size! No plus size gym pass needed!

Again this video is for beginners, so there isn’t anything too complex to work on (and you can skip what you’d like). And all of these yoga poses can be done in a small space, so even if you only have the few feel in your bedroom to work with, you should be good. 

What you need for this workout: Yoga Mat, Yoga Blocks, Yoga Strap

Other Plus Size Workouts

7. HITT for Plus Size Beginners with The Katrina Nicole

The Katrina Nichole is a fitness focused creator who’s plus size (yes ma’am, someone who looks like you!) and creates workout vlogs and instructional videos. While she has mostly vlogs as of late, she’s got some killer videos for beginners to check out.

If you’re interested in trying a Full Body HIIT Workout but have zero clue what you’re doing (girl, same), she’s your go-to. This beginner friendly video is 15 minutes long and hella easy to follow along (as me how I know). 

HIIT, for those that don’t know (including me), stands for High-Intensity Interval Training. It’s a type of workout where you do short bursts of intense movement (like squats, marches, or punches) followed by short rest breaks. The goal is to get your heart rate up for a little while, then let it come back down—over and over.

HIIT can be any type of movement, and it’s easily modified for different fitness levels.  It’s a great workout type for beginners because it’s: 

• Quick and efficient (10 to 20 minutes is great)
• Great for heart health
• Boosts energy
• You burn calories even after the workout ends (called the “afterburn effect”)
• Can be done at home, with or without equipment

Most importantly, HIIT isn’t about going “hard” the whole time. It’s about finding your version of high intensity. For some, that’s jumping jacks. For others, it’s marching in place with power. Both count.

You don’t have to follow this video exactly (or at all!) but it’s a great place to get started.

No Equipment Plus Size Work Out

8. Plus Size Workout Video | Cardio, Strength + Hello Kitty by CeCe Olisa

I really like CeCe Olisa, she has such a great energy and personality—her stuff is so entertaining. And this plus size workout video is no exception, not to mention it’s great because you don’t need any props to make it happen. 

If you’re looking for something that’s a little more than yoga, but you don’t have any equipment to assist you on hand, then this is the workout video for you!

What you need for this workout: Yoga Mat, Chair

9. Plus Size Abs Workout With Ioana Chira

Are your abs something you want to focus on? If that’s the case, Ioana Chira tells you to forget about your fat rolls and have a ton of fun with her ab exercise, and realistically it’s a blast! It’s a great plus size exercise choice.

This video is 14-minutes long and you’ll probably want a yoga mat so you aren’t lying directly on the ground, but the moves are easy enough that most of us will be able to pull it off.

What you need for this workout: Yoga Mat

Dance

10. Hip-Hop Dance with Jessie Diaz | LIVI Moves

Are you looking for a workout plus size women can do but that’s a little different for your daily workout? If you’re like me and the traditional “workout” bores you, then you might want to give dance workouts a try. They provide you a good solid workout by moving your body, but they’re high energy, fun and  quick, so you’ll be done before you know it. 

This one with Jessie Diaz is a simple hip hop routine. The video itself is 17-minutes long and the moves are easy enough that most of us will be able to tackle them. If you want to move your body (you should) but would rather do it to some fun music, then this is for you!

Exercise Props

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Yoga Mat

Technically you could just do yoga right on the floor, but why would you want to do that? Especially if you live in an apartment like mine with concrete floors hidden under thin laminate. A nice thick mat like the Gaiam Essentials will make yoga way better!

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Yoga Blocks

Yoga Blocks can help provide you stability and balance for your plus size workout. These ones are lightweight and supportive, plus they help extend and deepen your ability to do certain stretches. You do not need to have these blocks, but they are used in select videos above. If you don’t have any, check out the IndyGirlWorld for ideas on what else you can use.

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Yoga Strap

Yoga straps or stretch bands provide a tad bit of stability when it comes to tackling some of the more complex poses. You do not need this for every yoga session that you’re going to do, but there are a few above that include it.

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Dumbells

Lifting weights doesn’t mean you have to sit down at the benchpress and try to lift 50 lbs—seriously don’t, that’s super dangerous. There are plenty of things that you can do at home with some lighter 1 to 5 lbs ones. 

When it comes to doing your at-home workout, a little weight goes a long way so don’t go crazy. If you’ve never used weights before, literally go for the lightest ones. Start there and grow!

How often should I workout at home?

Girl, your workout schedule is your own business. But if you’re seriously asking, you should be active for 30 minutes per day minimum. Does that mean you need to spend those 30 minutes lifting weights? Hell, nah. 

If you are able to go out for a short walk with the dog right now (if and ONLY if it is safe where you are) you can mix it up by throwing in a 45-minute walk in place of a 30-minute workout every day. Or switch between yoga and other activities.

Do whatever works for you, but make a point of getting up and active, no matter what that means for you. And don’t overdo it. Seriously, if this is your FIRST EVER time getting active, then 15 minutes’ll get you there… work up to that 30 per day!

Final Thoughts: Plus Size Workouts At Home

If going to the gym is a BIG turn off for you when it comes to getting some exercise, you’re not alone. Even if you have no equipment and limited time, there are YouTube videos that can guide you through an easy at home workout.

Whether you want to do some simple yoga or get that heart rate up, there’s PLENTY of opportunity for you to get on your feet. These workouts are all Taee approved and will help you get started with workouts in general.

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