10 Ways you can exercise at home without any equipment - part 2

Sometimes the hardest part of exercising is to get started. You feel tired, it is late, you had a long day, your favorite TV show is coming on… you know the drill. Even 10 minutes of activity can help you get healthier and stronger. Here are other ideas for you to consider when you are home or away from a gym:

Running or Skipping In Place – Running or skipping are great exercises for your heart. You can jog in place at home while watching TV or listening to music. You can also skip without a skipping rope; take short even hops and try one leg or two legs at a time. The only equipment you will require is a good pair of shoes, to eliminate any stress to your legs.

Squats – These are wonderful exercises for your legs and buttocks. You can even just try these by sitting and standing up again from a chair or use a body ball against the wall. Watch your knee alignment on this one (knee should track over your second toe). I aim for 10 to 20 squats at a time (2 to 3 sets).

Light Weight Lifting – No, you don’t need to go out and buy expensive weights for this! Just use whatever you can find in your house. Start out with something lighter, such as a can of peas, and work yourself up to heavier items. You can use milk jugs, laundry detergent bottles or even small children. Try curling them up to your chest level (biceps curl) and lower slowly. Raise your arms to your side to shoulder level (shoulder raise).

Dancing – Dancing is a wonderful exercise, which is great for your heart. Not only that, but it can lift your spirits as well, and give your overall feeling a boost.

Step Exercises – Using the steps in your home, you can do repetitions, which will tone your leg muscles. (Just remember to be careful!)

For Fitness results, we need to workout 4 to 5 times a week. And now you can, without the gym.
Let me know how this works for you - let's connect at info@gaiaadventures.com.

Catherine D'Aoust at GAIA Adventures
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