When it comes to exercising, if you do not want to go to a gym, you can always exercise at home. The following suggestions can be used by those of you who prefer to do their workouts in the comfort of their own homes.
Picking a Room
You don’t need a lot of room (unless you are buying a lot of exercise equipment). Just make sure there are windows in the room and also ensure that it is not cluttered. An important part of exercise is air. Do not exercise in dusty rooms or where there are a lot of appliances.
Crunches and Push-ups
These are two of the oldest routines and remain some of the most effective in terms of developing muscle tone. For crunches, lie flat on your back and lift your body up. You want your head to reach up to your bended knees. Make sure your hands are below the ears. Repeat this at least 15 times every day.
Push-ups are another option to workout at home. Lie on the floor and lift your body until only the toes and palms are touching the floor. Bring your body down until the chest reaches the floor. Repeat this five times. Increase the number every week.
Strengthening Your Legs
Lie flat on your back. Raise both legs slowly. Do not allow the knees to buckle and keep your shoulders on the floor. Put your legs back down, again keeping it as straight as possible. Repeat this 10 times. A variation is to raise your legs and bend until the knees come up to your chest. Repeat this 10 times.
Using Dumbbells
One of the most popular ways to workout at home is by using dumbbells. Start by finding a weight you are comfortable with. Now, stand up and lift them both at the same time. Repeat 10 times. Hold the dumbbells and lift them above your head. Repeat 10 times. Lie on the floor and lift the dumbbells up. Repeat this 10 times.
Sit on a chair. Hold one dumbbell and lift it 20 times. Make sure your elbow is resting on your knees. Repeat with the other hand. Hold the dumbbells to your side. Slowly lift them up until your arms are parallel to the floor. Repeat five times. This particular method may be hard at the beginning. Do not force yourself.
Other Ways to Workout at Home
Exercising does not have to be dull and repetitive. Turn on your stereo, put in your favorite songs and dance. Do not worry about your dancing. The important thing is to work out a sweat. Try this for at least 15 minutes.
Stand straight up. Reach down as far as you can without bending your knees. Raise your body up. Repeat this 10 times. If you want to develop stomach muscles try the following. Stand straight up with your knees bent. Place your hands on your thighs. Suck in your belly and lift it up. Hold it up for a second and bring it back down. Repeat this 10 times. Stand up and take deep breaths. Repeat as often as you like.
These are simple yet effective ways to workout at home. With patience, you will eventually get that healthy and beautiful body you so desire!
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