A busy schedule and exhaustion from overtime work can make us lose interest in heavy weight loss exercises. But the problem is, we still want to have a balanced figure. So what should we do? Here are some simple suggestions to help you achieve a slim figure without having to go to the gym regularly.
Take the stairs
Every time you have to choose between the escalator or the stairs, prioritize the stairs. You will burn more calories when climbing stairs. To boost your willpower and energy to the maximum, invite friends to accompany you. Who knows, chatting might make you forget about being tired!
Housework
Housework here refers to physical activities that engage all parts of the body. Specifically, washing dishes affects the arms; squatting to lift a laundry basket exercises the legs; scrubbing the bathtub, dusting, or gardening, etc.
To make this practical session more lively, turn on your favorite playlist, immerse yourself in the melodies, and start dancing.
Improve your posture
If you have to sit for extended periods, you can still engage your muscles by paying attention to your posture. Proper posture not only affects the abdominal muscles, back, and leg muscles but also prevents future injuries. Being mindful of how you sit, stand, and even lie down brings many weight loss benefits.
Exercise in bed
Abdominal crunch: Lie straight, with your back close to the edge of the bed and your legs resting on your knees. Then cross your arms in front of your chest to stabilize the upper body. Breathe in deeply, slowly tighten your abs, and slowly lift your upper body towards your feet. Breathe out. Continue to breathe in deeply and lower your body. Repeat this movement 5 times.
Reverse diamond: Both arms alongside the body, palms facing down. Bring your feet close together, open your knees to the sides, creating a space between your legs in the shape of a diamond. Press your palms firmly into the bed, slowly lift your legs up. You can lift your hips slightly off the bed to support straightening your legs. Breathe slowly and evenly, bring your hips back to the bed. Repeat 5 times.
Scissor pose: Lie down with your hands behind your head and keep your legs straight. Lift your right leg and left arm to touch each other and slowly release, then reverse the movement. Repeat 5 times.
Plank: Get into a push-up position, but with elbows on the ground instead. Shift your weight onto your elbows and toes, aligning your elbows beneath your shoulders. Keep your head, spine in a straight line to your heels. Hold this position for 20 seconds and then rest for 30 seconds. Repeat 3 times.
Glute squeeze: Both hands and knees resting on the bed. Breathe deeply, keep balance, slowly pulse your knees touching gently to your buttocks. Then extend your legs straight back to create a straight line from head to toe. Breathe in deeply, release, slowly bend your knees again and bring it back to the starting position.
You should also limit fast food, sugary drinks, and replace them with sugar-free juices and smoothies.