As a mother with my daily routine from cooking to cleaning the house, I usually take the time to do light exercise in between my activities, These exercises are easy to do at home and can fit into a busy schedule to improve health and fitness.
Follow online videos or apps for a great cardio workout to increase stamina and burn calories.
Aerobic Exercise Examples: At Home, at the Gym, and More
Great for flexibility, breathing, and mental relaxation. Basic poses like child pose, downward dog, and cat-cow are perfect for beginners.
Yoga With Adriene
Strengthens the legs and pelvic muscles, helping to tone the lower body.
Exercise Tutorial - Squat
Improves balance while strengthening the thighs, hips, and glutes.
How To Do A LUNGE | Lunges for BEGINNERS
Builds strength in the arms, chest, and shoulders. Wall push-ups are a great alternative for beginners.
Push-up
A core-strengthening exercise that targets the abs and back. Start with holding for 20-30 seconds and gradually increase.
Plank
A simple cardio exercise that boosts heart rate and stamina.
Jumping Jacks
A great cardiovascular exercise that can be done in a small space like a backyard or living room.
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Use a sturdy chair or step to mimic stepping up stairs, working your legs and improving cardiovascular health.
Step Ups - Tutorial
A low-impact way to get your body moving, perfect while watching TV or listening to music.
30 Second Workout - Marching In Place - DiTuro Productions
Dancing to your favorite music or following a Zumba routine is a fun way to burn calories and get your heart pumping.
Zumba
Strengthens core muscles and legs. Lay flat and lift one leg at a time.
How to Do Leg Raises
Helps to tone and strengthen the abdominal muscles, improving core stability.
Sit-Ups vs. Crunches - Healthline
A great exercise to strengthen the legs and improve endurance. Hold a seated position against a wall for as long as possible.
Wall Sits: Techniques, Benefits, and Variations - Verywell Fit
Use a sturdy chair to work your triceps and shoulders by lowering and raising your body using your arms
Chair Dips: How to Do and Muscles Worked - Healthline
