5 Quick And Healthy Exercises For Busy People

Exercise is important for a healthy lifestyle but sometimes we can be too busy to fit in a full workout at the gym. So what you need is short exercises that allow you to reap as many benefits as possible. Try these 5 quick and effective exercises that can be done once you’re home from work or almost anywhere to make sure you fit in a mini-workout at your convenience.

1. Planks

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Planks are the perfect way to strengthen your core and they’re a great exercise as it engages a lot of different muscles making it a great all-round move if you have limited time. If you’re not used to planks then you may find them challenging but try to add a few seconds each time to build up your strength and core muscles.

2. Squats

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If you’re sitting down for long periods then squats are perfect for using the muscles we tend to neglect. It really targets the legs, butt and stomach making this a really effective workout when you have little time. This exercise also benefits your knees and strengthens the muscles around them, protecting them from damage.

3. Wall Sits

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Wall sits are great because you can do them anywhere taking away the need to set up exercise equipment. This works your leg muscles and core making it a perfect exercise to strengthen and tone. Up the amount you can do everyday to challenge yourself or hold something heavy to add extra resistance to it. This only takes minutes but you reap a huge amount of benefits.

4. Chair Dips

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If you want a quick and effective workout for your arms then chair dips are really easy and convenient to do. All you need is a sturdy chair and a few dips will work your triceps and target the flabby area at the back of the arms. Try extending your legs to vary the intensity of the exercise and a rep of 10 x3 can be achieved in under a few minutes.

5. Lunges

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Lunges engage the quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings, calves and core making this a great targeted workout. Try different lunge variations and mix it up with weights to give it extra intensity. This short and easy exercise will tone and flex your muscles giving you a quick yet effective workout.