Let’s face it, not everyone has the leisure of getting up and going to the gym or getting out of work and going straight to the gym. Most of us have a family, have to pick up the kids, have other projects going on that inhibits us from going to our local gym for a good workout. In this day and age there are plenty of ways to get a good work out right here in our own homes. Whether you can’t make it to the gym because you have no car, have no motivation or like most, get embarrassed when working out in front of a room full of people, there are always solutions.

Do not worry, there are always different ways to get a solid work out and stay in shape in our own home. Some simple exercises done at home often looked at as beginner exercises are still a very good way to get your heart rate up and break a sweat. Exercises such as: pushups, pull-ups, sit ups, squats, lunges, crunches, jumping jacks, calf raises, etc. All of these are great simple workouts that can be done with no weights, no equipment, just using your own bodyweight for resistance.

If working out at home is your forte, I would suggest doing it in a room with the least distractions. You could easily be sidetracked by your kids, the TV or computer or even the sight of food. I would suggest possibly working out in the basement or a spare bedroom (if you have one), or in a room with lots of open space.

The key to these simple workouts being effective is doing them in a cycle. 20 pushups followed up by 25 standing squats is going to get your heart pumping a lot faster rather than doing just 15 pushups. Of course when starting out you would take it slow and then work yourself up to a more advanced level. After mastering the art of these exercises and feeling like you’re ready for the next step, you can always add weight into your routine. Buying a couple 15 lb dumbbells could be very beneficial when it comes to blasting through a plateau and getting to the next chapter in your fitness program.

Home based work outs can be successful, but can also be a waste of time if not done properly. It is up the YOU to decide which statement is true….