The gym is full of equipment that makes it easy to get the most out of your workout. But if you’re not into gyms, or can’t find one that’s close enough for you to walk to, there are still plenty of ways to build muscle and strength with just your own body weight – exercise without equipment! In this article, we’ll take a look at four exercises that use only your own body weight along with tips on how they can be modified to make them easier or more difficult—and more challenging! Let’s get started!
Do the Burpees
The burpee is a simple but effective exercise that works your entire body. To do it, you’ll need to start in the plank position (aka “plank”) on all fours with your hands under your shoulders and feet hip-width apart. Then, drop down into a push-up position while keeping your back straight and glutes tight so that only your hands touch the ground beneath them. Return to starting position by jumping up as high as possible before landing back into plank pose once again; then repeat for a total of 20 reps or more if possible!
The best part about this move? You can modify it based on how hard or easy it is for you at any given time–just adjust where exactly both hands/feet land during each rep so that they’re never touching at any point during execution (unless stated otherwise). For example: If doing full push-ups seems too challenging at first glance then try simply lowering down onto one knee instead; or perhaps lowering both knees together would feel better instead? The choice is yours!
The Mountain Climber
The Mountain Climber is a very effective exercise for your core and upper body strength. To do this exercise, get into push-up position with your hands on the ground and your feet about hip-width apart. Keep your back straight and use your arms to push yourself forward as far as possible without lifting off the ground or allowing any part of your body other than the soles of your feet or toes to touch it. Repeat this motion until failure (or until you can’t go any further).
This exercise works best on soft surfaces like grass or carpeting; however, if no soft surface is available then try doing them on hardwood floors (or even concrete) by wearing shoes that offer good traction so that nothing slips out from under you during the movement! This will also help prevent injuries caused by slipping while doing these exercises–which could happen easily if they’re done outside because most people aren’t used working out outdoors in bare feet yet alone while moving quickly across slick surfaces like ice patches!
Push-up From Your Toes
The push-up from your toes is a great way to build strength in your upper body. This exercise can also help improve your balance, as well as strengthen the muscles in your back and core.
- Do not do this exercise if you have shoulder problems.
- Keep your elbows close to your body when performing the push-up from toes so that they don’t flare out too far away from each other.
- Push up from your toes instead of bending at the knees or hips as this will put more pressure on those joints instead of focusing on building up strength in other areas like with regular pushups where both feet are flat on ground during entire duration of movement (not just part).
- Make sure arms stay straight throughout entire movement so that shoulders don’t round forward making them vulnerable for injury due overuse stress caused by improper form during workout sessions leading up until now which has resulted in pain/discomfort during movements requiring full range motion such as squats etc..
Lateral lunge x 2 per side (20 steps)
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent.
- Shift your weight to one leg and bend the other knee so that it’s directly over the ankle of that foot, but don’t go lower than 90 degrees of flexion (if you’re not sure what this means, ask someone who knows or look up some videos online).
- Push off with your heel to return to starting position; repeat on other side for 1 rep total
You can build muscle and strength without a gym.
You can build muscle and strength without a gym.
You need to do exercises that target your core, legs, arms and upper body. You’ll also want to make sure you’re doing some cardio as well. This can be done at home or in the park with no equipment needed.
As you embark on your journey of mastering exercise without equipment, keep in mind that each person’s fitness journey is unique. Celebrate your progress, no matter how small, and be patient with yourself. The key is to maintain a positive mindset, and remember that every step forward counts.
Lastly, don’t forget to have fun! Whether you’re trying out new bodyweight exercises, practicing yoga on the beach, or going for a challenging hike, staying active should be enjoyable and fulfilling. Embrace the process, and let the joy of movement fuel your passion for a healthier, happier you.