Feeling lazy? 7 bed exercises for weight loss worth trying
Getting up at 5 AM to hit the gym may be usual for most, but it can be bothersome for some. If you fall into the latter category, there is a way to make calorie-burning and not getting out of bed work together. So, get your PJs on and try these exercises for weight loss that you can do in your bed.
The laziest lot of people may wonder if bed exercises would work for weight loss. Well, some exercise is better than no exercise at all! While bed exercises cannot replace a full-body workout, they can bring you a step closer to living a healthy lifestyle. It is a low-impact way to stay active and lose weight. However, you still need to follow a calorie deficit diet and be consistent with it. Image courtesy: Adobe Stock
Glute bridges are a fantastic exercise to strengthen the glutes, hamstrings, and core. Lie flat on your back on your bed. Now, bend your knees and place your feet flat on the ground with your heels close to the glutes and hip-width apart. Your arms should be resting on the sides with your palms facing down. Now, push your hips up while squeezing your glutes and your body should be in a straight line. Do it for 15 repetitions of 3-5 sets. Image courtesy: Adobe Stock
Put your hands directly under your shoulders like you would do in a push-up. Ground your toes into the floor and squeeze your glutes, extending your legs straight back and aligningthem directly under your shoulders. Engage your core and keep your body in a straight line. Your neck and back should be neutral. Hold the pose for at least 30 seconds to let it work. Image courtesy: Adobe Stock
Straighten your spine at a 45-degree angle from the floor, like a V. Now, reach your arms straight in front and interlace the fingers together. Use your abdominal muscles to twistto the right side, come back to the center, and then to the left. This will complete one repetition. Do 2-3 sets of this exercise with 15-20 repetitions. Image courtesy: Adobe Stock
Begin by lying flat on your back on the bed. Place your hands behind your head lightly and lift your legs off the ground, bending it at a 90-degree angle. Engage the core and liftyour shoulders off the mat. Now, straighten your right leg and bring your right elbow towards your left knee. Switch sides quickly and repeat. This completes one repetition. Do 2-3 sets of 12-15 repetitions. Image courtesy: Adobe Stock
Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the bed. Place your fingertips behind your ears, with your elbows pointing out to the sides. Engage the core and lift your upper body towards your knees, ensuring your lower back remains in contact with the floor. Lower yourself in the starting position. Do not forget to exhale as you lift and inhale as you go down. Do 2-3 sets for 10-15 repetitions. Image courtesy: Adobe Stock
Begin the pose by lying on your back. Now, bend your knees and bring them towards your chest. Grab the outer edges of the feet with your hands, ensuring your arms are inside your legs. Gently open your knees wider than your torso, aiming to bring them towards your armpits. Keep your ankles directly above your knees, creating a 90-degree angle. Relax your shoulders and head. Hold the pose for 30 seconds to a minute. Image courtesy: Adobe Stock
Begin by kneeling on the bed with your toes touching and knees spread apart. Sit back on your heels and fold forward, extending your arms in front or resting them by your sides. Let the forehead touch the bed as you relax your neck and shoulders. Make sure you take deep breaths to feel the stretch in your spine and hips. Hold the pose for 30 seconds to a few minutes, allowing your body to release some tension and relax. Image courtesy: Adobe Stock