JAZBAPOST GALLERY

There are a variety of reasons women struggle with losing weight, but one of the major inhibitors is exercising. Changing your eating habits is a mission on its own, but incorporating physical activity in your daily routine is quite another. Whether its lack of motivation or not enough time, exercise seems to always find itself on the back burner. Here are a few practically effortless and non-time consuming daily exercises that you can do to aid in burning fat while you are dieting.
Invest in a yoga ball and be sure to choose the appropriate size for your height and weight. This is a low cost piece of equipment that you can utilize anywhere with low impact on your joints and muscles.
To accomplish a short buttock and thigh workout, place the ball between a wall and the small of your back. Put your feet slightly in front of you and about shoulder width apart. Squat straight down until your legs at a 90-degree angle and then press into the heels of your feet to return to a standing position. Two sets of 25 at least 3 times a week will have your legs stronger and trimmed in no time.
For a quick tummy strengthening exercise, place the ball a few feet from the wall and sit towards the front of it (facing the wall). Push your toes to meet the wall, about shoulder width apart and lay back until you feel your stomach tighten. Hold that position for a few seconds then return to the sitting position. Two sets of 15 a few times a week will help reduce your waistline and flatten your tummy without the usual back pain.
A great balance and leg workout involves putting the ball a little behind you in a standing position and then placing your foot and ankle on the top of it. Simulate a lunging position by putting your front foot directly below your body while balancing your other leg on the center top of the ball. Start off slow with 10 lunges per leg a few times a week and try to work your way to 20 after a week or so.
All three will take no more than 20 minutes a day and you can do them in the comfort of your home and even in your pajamas. You will be amazed at the effect these small easy exercises can have on your weight loss goals over time.