If you’re year has started of hectic and contains very little rest and relaxation time, the last thing you want to do is waste more driving time heading to a crowded gym.

And I say.. it’s ok.. don’t go to the gym! Stay home and workout instead.

There are many options to working out at home.

• Fitness DVDs. If you have a Fitness channel on cable, choose a fun 30 minute class that you’ll enjoy.
• Go for a walk. Find a great uphill and downhill neighborhood to work your legs or just go for nice jog.
• Jump Rope and jumping jacks. Jump ropes are so inexpensive and easy to carry around.
• Full body workout. Doing full body workouts can cut time while getting both upper and lower body in shape.

Check out one of my favorite full body moves! (by the way, how cute are these cartoons! They were created by Uttam Gusham in India)

SQUAT & PRESS: You may do this move with dumbells, bands or your own body weight. I usually use 12 lb dumbells for this.

Similar to the cartoon, start standing straight up, squat down with your booty parallel to the floor (hold 3 seconds) and come up extending your arms up to work those sexy shoulders.

Try 3 sets of 12-15 reps. Beginners try 2 sets of 12 reps. Your legs, butts, thighs and arms will feels this.

Check out this great Full Body Workout I found in Glamour Magazine!

Add these moves to your week and you’re guaranteed to look more trim and tone.

Body by Glamour Strength Plan Month 1 Body by Glamour glamour.com

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