Exercises for Busy Girls

Exercising is a priority to most people, but not everyone can make it to the gym everyday. Exercising is proven to not only help you look better, but to also make you feel better by having more energy and a healthier body to be happy in, which is why it is a goal or priority for most people. Most people also have a job, which consumes the time you wish you had for the gym. With summer right around the corner and such busy schedules, working out can be difficult. Trying to find the time or even the space to work out when you have kids, work, or low on a budget is trying, but with these quick and easy exercises, you can work out anywhere! With 15 minutes and your favorite cozy space, you can transform your body into what you’ve always wanted. Check out these at-home work outs to boost your motivation and inspiration.

Glute Bridges

Start lying flat on your back with your knees bent and your arms to your side. Lift your butt and lower back off the floor while keeping your shoulders against the mat. Raise your hips over your shoulders and clench your glutes and hamstrings. Complete 10-15 reps up to three times for best results.

Bicycle Kicks

In the seated position, lay back on your elbows and lift legs approximately 6-12 inches off the ground and begin pedaling as if you're riding a bicycle. Kick each leg all the way out straight in front of you and bring it all the way back in to your chest for best results. Repeat 10-15 reps three times for best results.

Russian Twists

Sit up straight with your arms in front of you. You can keep your legs on the ground at beginning level or for a more advanced workout, lift feet about six inches off the ground and begin to twist your torso from side to side, crunching your obliques. Repeat 15-20 reps three times for best results.

Lunges

Stand up straight with arms beside you and alternate your legs with one bent out in front of you in a kneeling position and drop your leg that is behind you where your knee is about six inches from the floor. Repeat each leg about 10-15 reps, three times for best results.

Opposite Oblique Crunches

Start out sitting on your hands and knees. Stretch your left arm out straight in front of you, while stretching your right leg out, straight behind you. Bring your leg all the way in to your stomach before replacing it in its natural bend in table top position. Repeat on both sides 15-20 reps, three times for best results.

Squats

Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and squat down as if you are sitting in a chair. Your knees should be over your feet, and your butt should never drop below your knees. Keep your back straight and repeat 15-20 reps at the beginning and work your way up to more reps.

Wall Sits

Lean up against a wall and squat down where your knees are level with your hips. Keep your knees above your butt to work your glutes. You should feel your hamstrings and quads stretching. Hold this for 30 seconds for best results, or start out at a less time and work your way up to 30 seconds.

No matter how busy your schedule is, you can complete at least one of these workouts everyday without needing much room or any equipment. All you need is the floor or a wall for all of these exercises! For the healthiness and revitalization of your body, try these exercises not only so you can look better, but so you can feel better too! If you're at work, home, or on the go, you can start achieving your summer body and frame of mind now.