Thursday, May 26, 2011

5 Workouts that are Free and Easy!

5 Workouts that are Free and Easy!

May 26, 2011 

Everyone knows that gym fees are getting more and more expensive and then paying a trainer on top of that can sometimes be a hassle or a little out of one’s budget. The HealthNation wants to help! Here are 5 workouts that you can do in the comfort of your own home, office, etc without spending a dime at your local gym.

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1. Push ups

Muscles Used: Chest Muscles and Triceps

Push ups can be done almost anywhere in the world. Whether at home or on the road, all you need is a space as long and as wide as you. By doing push ups you are not only building your pectoral and tricep muscles, but you are also increasing your stamina.

2. Sit ups

Another exercise that can be accomplished almost anywhere, sit ups are a great way to work both your abdominal and back muscles. There are multiple forms of sit ups as well that will keep you intrigued in your exercise.

3. Squats

A great exercise to strengthen both your thigh muscles and your gluteus maximus. Just as the previous, squats can really help build stamina. Also you will add some shape to your glutes and thighs.

4. Back Extension

OK, so I know how scary it can be to do back exercises. Especially since many people, including myself, have had serious back pain in their lives. The truth to the cure is a shocking one: by doing back exercises you are actually going to make your back a lot better and stronger. Back extensions work both the stomach and back muscles.

5. Jumps

Although you may feel silly and stupid jumping up and down in one place, you are really getting an awesome work out. Your calf and thigh muscles are working every time you push your body up into the air. Another great stamina work out, jumping in place will get your heart pumping for sure.

 

Lets Get Fit!!!

By: Brandon Gumaer

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