A Guide To Doing Couch Exercises To Lose Weight

Losing weight and becoming more fit is a goal for many people, but it cannot be easy to find the time or motivation to go to a gym when you're busy with work and family. Luckily, it's possible to do couch exercises right in your home or while watching TV! If you do them correctly, these simple exercises will help you get stronger and in shape.

Couch Squats

This is a very simple exercise that can be done anywhere. Start with a small weight; the first time you try this exercise, it's best to use at most five pounds. As you get stronger and more confident with the movement, you can increase your weight by as much as ten pounds.

This exercise is not hard to do, but there are some things you should keep in mind while performing them:

• Do not use your hands to help lift the weight when squatting down and standing up again.
• Keep your knees slightly bent during this movement; never lock your knees when squatting down or standing back up again.
• Keep a straight back during this movement, and DO NOT lean forward or backward during this motion (this will make for a dangerous position).
• Hold for about two seconds, then lower yourself back into another squat (it's important to hold these positions long enough so that muscles are activated by doing so). Repeat 10-15 times before resting for 30 seconds.

Couch Leg Lifts

Couch leg lifts are an excellent exercise if you're looking to strengthen your legs and glutes. You can do these exercises pretty much anytime, but they're best done as part of a resistance training routine.

To begin, lie flat on your back with your knees bent as if you were sitting in a chair. Your feet should be flat on the floor or slightly off the ground if you need to adjust them, so they are comfortable.

With your hands behind your head or at the sides of your body, lift one leg off the ground and hold it there for five seconds before placing it back down. Repeat this ten times before switching legs and doing another ten reps. If you have access to a mirror, place it so that you can easily see what each side looks like as you work out—this will help ensure that each leg is doing an equal amount of work!

 After both sets are complete (20 reps per set), rest for one minute, then repeat with an additional set if desired.

Wall Sit

The wall sit is one of the best exercises you can do to get started with couch fitness. Start by placing your hands on the wall, directly in front of your shoulders and about a foot away from it. Make sure your back is straight, and keep your legs at a 90-degree angle. Hold this position for 30-60 seconds before taking a rest for 1 minute, then repeating for 3 sets! If this is too easy, try doing this exercise with your eyes closed!

Calf Raises

Calf raises are an excellent exercise for your calves and shin muscles. To perform this exercise, stand on a step with your toes on the edge of the step and your heels hanging over. Lift up onto your toes slowly, then lower down until you feel a stretch in your calf muscles. Repeat 10-15 times or as many as you can do comfortably (do not bounce). This is one of my favorite exercises because it strengthens the legs without putting too much pressure on my knees, like squats.

Conclusion

The most important thing to remember when doing these exercises is to use proper form. This means doing the exercises slowly and not going too hard or fast, especially if you are a beginner. You can do many exercises on the couch, but it's important to remember that variety is key.