Top 8 Exercises to Weight Loss at Home

 Top 8 Exercises to Weight Loss at Home

 They say that home is where the heart is, and this especially holds true when you’re trying to lose weight without spending hours in the gym. While you might think that your exercise options are limited to outdoor jogs or elliptical training, with some creativity and motivation, you can bring the gym right into your living room! Here are our top 8 exercises to weight loss at home.

 

1 Running

Running is one of most effective ways to lose weight.

 It strengthens your heart, lungs and muscles. Research shows that it is even more effective than walking for losing weight, which could be due to its faster pace.

 But remember that running can damage your joints if you don’t warm up properly and build up gradually.

  

2 Boxing

Get your heart rate up with these boxing routines. 

Throw punches for a few minutes, then rest for one minute.

 Do it four times in a row, and you’ll feel more energized than if you took a break for an hour. 

Be sure to wear gloves when you do this routine, because it can be hard on your knuckles otherwise.

 Beginners can add some resistance by looping an elastic exercise band around their hands and attaching it to a doorknob or other sturdy object that won’t shake while they punch.

 During each punch, contract all of your muscle groups as if you were actually punching something (the resistance in the band helps with that). Don’t hold back!

 

3 Jumping Rope

This might seem a little old school, but jumping rope is one of the most effective forms of exercise you can do.

 It's not as hard on your joints as running and doesn't require any fancy equipment, just an old-fashioned jump rope you can get for cheap at any sporting goods store.

 Jumping rope is also an effective way to burn calories and build leg strength.

 If you don't want to jump rope for hours every day, try adding a few minutes into your existing routine, or mix in some jump roping with another cardio activity like swimming or biking.

 You could even turn it into a fun family activity and challenge each other to see who can jump rope longer!

 

4 Dancing

Dancing is one of my favorite ways to get in a good, easy workout.

 Not only does it burn calories and help me drop weight, but it also makes me feel great about myself.

 Plus, I always seem to have fun when I’m doing it. The best part about dancing is that you can do it anywhere with anyone; all you need is some energy and an open mind!

 You can practice your dance moves with a friend or even by yourself; just turn on some music and get moving!

 

5 Exercise Bike

Cycling is a great way to burn calories and keep your weight in check, but it also helps with weight loss.

 On an exercise bike, you can burn as many as 600 calories in a one-hour session.

 Take things up a notch by increasing resistance levels over time and shortening your rest periods between sets.

 If cycling on a stationary bike isn’t for you, there are other ways of getting some physical activity into your day: take a walk during lunch breaks or park further away from buildings whenever possible (you can add steps every half hour or so). 

Just make sure that you wear appropriate clothing that will let you breathe easy as well as sneakers for good traction on wet surfaces.

 

6. Pushups

Start with your hands shoulder-width apart, and spread your feet so that they are slightly wider than hip-width.

 Bend down, place your hands on either side of you, directly underneath your shoulders, and push up as if doing a bench press. 

Move slowly down into position and up again in small movements. 

When you get tired, drop to your knees or stay where you are. Perform five sets of 15 pushups daily.

 

7. Pull-Ups/Chin-Ups

You probably think of these as upper-body exercises, but they’re really a full-body exercises.

 When you do pull-ups, you’re not just working your back; you’re also working your arms, shoulders, and even core.

 Plus, according to Alex Silverman, founder of Results Fitness in Los Angeles, You are taking yourself outside your comfort zone when doing [pull-ups], and forcing yourself out of laziness.

 The chin-up is one of my favorite exercises because it is easy to learn how to do them properly and they are very effective for building muscle mass in your biceps.

 8. Kettle bells

Resembling a bowling ball with a handle, kettlebells provide an excellent weight-loss exercise that can be done in your home. 

They help strengthen your arms and back, burn fat and improve cardiovascular health.

 To use kettlebells for weight loss, hold one in each hand, lift them over your head using your arms, and twist in place.

 Perform two sets of 10 repetitions with each arm per day.