Hello and welcome to this, the third instalment in my series of easy DIY exercises for which you won’t need you to join a gym or buy any expensive equipment. With these at your disposal you’re going to be burning off your fat and getting fit and healthy without ever needing to leave the comfort of your own home!
- In and Out Squats. A great exercise for toning the muscles in your legs, specifically your thigh muscles. It’ll also help to strengthen your knees due to the drastic side to side movement entailed. The exercise will actually keep your metabolism raised and burning fat long after you finish moving because it involves the largest and most powerful muscles in your body (the thigh muscles).
How To
Start with bent knees and flexed ankles and hips. You want to centre yourself in this position before you start to move. When you move, jump your legs outward and land softly, taking the strain with your knees and hips. Move back to the starting position and repeat five or six times over 60 seconds or until you can’t manage any more.
2. Low Box Runners. Now, for this exercise you’re going to need some equipment. You want a box about three inches off the ground. Providing it’s stable you can use literally anything for this, from a stack of books (which you’ve ensured is stable) to a doorstep! This exercise is great cardio, burns a great deal of calories and doesn’t result in the aches and pains which can be associated with similar and more strenuous exercises.
How To
This exercise is easy to learn. Step one foot onto the box and bring the corresponding arm up with it as if you’re about to start jogging, then switch feet and arms. Step up and step down. Go as quickly as you’re comfortable with but remember to start slow and build up to a quicker pace if you feel up to it. Do this for around 60 seconds or less if it tires you out and slowly build up your endurance!
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