Weight loss can be a strenuous journey but once you’re there, you feel on top of the clouds. However, dieting is important for weight loss but if you’re someone who cannot diet, here are some exercises for you. Doing the right exercises with the right posture helps you lose weight in a more efficient way. If you go to work and do not find the time to go to the gym, practice these exercises at home daily. Keeping your body physically active will not only help you lose weight but also keep you fresh throughout the day.
Here are 8 simple exercises to help you lose weight and get that body you always dreamt of.
Planks
Doing planks helps to lose belly fat and tones your arms and abs. Keep on increasing your plank count everyday to see better results.
Instructions:
• Get down on the floor on your hands and toes of your feet.
• Keep your body in a straight line and hands below your shoulders.
• Keep your belly portion tight and sucked in.
• Stay in position for about 40-60 seconds.
Lunges
There are many types of lunges but the simple form of lunge can help you burn fat and tones your thigh muscles. It tightens the lower part of your body.
Instructions:
• Stand tall with your hands on your hips or you can use weights.
• Take a step forward with your right leg, keeping your spine tall.
• Lower your body until you see a 90 degree angle between your front leg and back leg.
• Repeat the same with your left leg.
• Do 3 sets of 10 each.
Squats
When your body is carrying extra fat, squats can help to reduce weight by making your butt and thighs more toned and comparatively smaller.
Instructions:
• Stand with hip-width apart and hands straighten in front of you.
• You can also carry weights.
• Begin by lowering your legs and raising your arms in front of you.
• Make sure to keep your back straight and knees in line with your toes the entire time.
• Do 3 sets of 15 reps.
Boat Pose
This pose helps to lose extra fat from the waist area and strengthens your thighs and buttocks.
Instructions:
• Sit down with your legs on the floor, knees bent and hands beneath your knees.
• Keep your back straight and shoulders firm.
• Raise your legs until they are parallel to the floor.
• Keep straightening your legs and stretch your arms forward.
• Do this for 15 seconds for 5 times at least.