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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
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Looking to stay fit at home? Here are simple exercises for full-body fitness that require no equipment, making it easy to work out anytime, anywhere.
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Jumping jacks are great for cardiovascular health and warming up. Jump while spreading your legs and raising your arms overhead, then return to the starting position.
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Stand with feet together and arms at your sides. Jump, spreading legs and raising arms. Return to start position. Do 3 sets of 30 seconds each.
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Push-ups work the chest, shoulders, and triceps. Start in a plank position, lower your body until your chest nearly touches the floor, then push back up.
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Keep your body straight and core tight. Lower yourself slowly, then push up. Modify by doing them on your knees if needed. Perform 3 sets of 10-15 reps.
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Squats target the quads, hamstrings, and glutes. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, lower your hips as if sitting back into a chair, then rise.
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Keep your chest up and knees behind your toes. Lower until thighs are parallel to the floor. Push through your heels to stand. Do 3 sets of 15 reps.
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The plank strengthens the core and improves stability. Hold a push-up position with your body in a straight line from head to heels, resting on your forearms.
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Engage your core and keep your body aligned. Hold the position for 20-30 seconds, gradually increasing the time. Perform 3 sets.
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These simple exercises provide a comprehensive full-body workout from home. Incorporate them into your routine for improved fitness and overall health.
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