Working out is one of the best things you can do for your overall health and well-being. So get moving and enjoy the benefits
Here are 10 simple exercises to tone your whole body:
- Lunges
Lunges are a great way to work your legs and glutes. To do a lunge, step forward with one leg and lower your body until both knees are bent at a 90-degree angle. Make sure your front knee is directly above your ankle and your back knee is hovering just above the ground. Push through your front heel to return to the starting position. Repeat on the other side.
- Push-ups
Push-ups are a classic exercise that works your entire upper body. To do a push-up, start in a plank position with your hands shoulder-width apart. Lower your body until your chest touches the ground, then push back up to the starting position. If you can't do a full push-up, start with your knees on the ground.
- Squats
Squats are another great exercise for your legs and glutes. To do a squat, stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and lower your body down as if you were sitting in a chair. Make sure your back stays straight and your knees don't go past your toes. Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
- Plank
The plank is a great exercise for your core. To do a plank, start in a push-up position with your forearms on the ground. Hold your body in a straight line from your head to your heels for as long as you can.
- Burpees
Burpees are a full-body exercise that gets your heart rate up. To do a burpee, start in a standing position. Squat down and place your hands on the ground in front of you. Jump your feet back so that you're in a plank position. Do a push-up, then jump your feet back up to your hands. Stand up and jump into the air.
- Crunches
Crunches are a classic exercise for your abs. To do a crunch, lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the ground. Place your hands behind your head and curl your upper body up towards your knees. Slowly lower yourself back down to the starting position.
- Leg raises
Leg raises are another great exercise for your abs. To do a leg raise, lie on your back with your legs extended straight up. Slowly lower your legs down until they're hovering just above the ground. Raise your legs back up to the starting position.
- Arm raises
Arm raises are a simple exercise that works your shoulders and arms. To do an arm raise, stand with your arms at your sides. Raise your arms up and out to the side until they're parallel to the ground. Slowly lower your arms back down to the starting position.
- Bird dogs
Bird dogs are a great exercise for your core and back. To do a bird dog, start on your hands and knees. Extend your right arm and left leg out straight. Hold for a few seconds, then return to the starting position. Repeat on the other side.
- Superman
The superman is a great exercise for your back and core. To do a superman, lie on your stomach with your arms and legs extended straight out. Raise your arms and legs off the ground and hold for a few seconds. Slowly lower yourself back down to the starting position.
You can do these exercises in a circuit, meaning you do one set of each exercise before moving on to the next. Repeat the circuit 2-3 times. Or, you can do a few sets of each exercise individually.
Be sure to warm up before starting your workout and cool down afterwards. And, listen to your body and take breaks when you need them.
