Five easy weekend workouts you should try

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Weekends are a great time to recharge and rejuvenate but it’s easy to get caught up in relaxation and forget about workouts.  You definitely don’t need a gym membership or hours of free time to stay active.

These five simple, yet effective workouts can be done at home or outdoors. So, lace up your sneakers, grab a yoga mat – your weekend workout awaits.

  •  Yoga Flow

How-to:

Warm-up: Begin with gentle stretches like a forward fold, a cobra pose, and a child’s pose.

Sun Salutation: A sequence of poses that flows smoothly from one to the next.

Standing Poses: Warrior I, Warrior II, Triangle Pose.

Seated Poses: Seated Forward Fold, Staff Pose, and Half Lotus Pose.

Cooling-down Poses: Corpse Pose (Savasana) and Child’s Pose.

 

  • Bodyweight Strength Training

How-to:

Push-ups: Lie face down, hands shoulder-width apart, and push your body up.

Squats: Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, lower your body as if sitting in a chair.

Lunges: Step forward with one leg, bending both knees to a 90-degree angle.

Plank: Hold your body in a straight line, supported by your forearms and toes.

 

  • Dance Workout

How-to:

Choose your music: Pick your favorite upbeat songs.

Move freely: Let loose and dance to the rhythm.

 Add some intensity: Try jumping jacks, high knees, or arm circles.

 

  • Pilates

How-to:

 The Hundred: Lie on your back, lift your legs and torso, and pump your arms.

Roll-Up: Sit up from a lying position, rolling your spine one vertebra at a time.

Leg Circles: Lie on your back, lift one leg, and circle it in both directions.

Single Leg Stretch: Lie on your back, bring one knee to your chest, and then switch legs.

 

  •  Outdoor Walk or Hike

How-to:

Find a route: Choose a park, trail, or neighborhood street.

Set a pace: Walk at a comfortable speed, increasing intensity as desired.

Enjoy the outdoors: Pay attention to your surroundings and breathe in the fresh air.

 

Remember, consistency is key. Even short workouts can make a big difference. Listen to your body, stay hydrated, and most importantly, have fun.