How Many Couch Exercises You Will Try Easily?

5 Easy Couch Exercises.

If you’re looking to get fit in the comfort of your own home, you may want to consider trying couch exercises. Couch exercises are similar to normal exercises but are performed while lying down on the couch. You can still see results from couch exercises, especially if you choose simple ones that require very little equipment or exertion on your part.

1) Seated Hip Raises.

While seated, slowly lift your hips off of your chair. Repeat 10 times with control. This is a great exercise for strengthening and toning your lower back and abdominal muscles, as well as building a stronger core. If you have any lower back pain or issues, be sure to speak with your doctor before doing these exercises. They’re an advanced movement that many people with back pain shouldn’t attempt (and those who can’t do these exercises should strengthen their abs instead!). However, if you are healthy enough to perform them, they will help sculpt and tone your midsection. Just make sure to go slow and use proper form. Raising your hips too high could put unnecessary strain on your lower back—you want to focus on getting nice full contraction in your abdominals rather than throwing out a hip or two! To modify: Try bringing one knee up toward your chest while raising just one hip off of the chair. You can also add weight by holding a dumbbell between both hands at chest level throughout each repetition. Another option is holding onto something sturdy like a table leg while lifting both knees toward it; using something solid like that allows you to focus on using only your ab muscles without having to worry about balance or falling over!

2) Donkey Kicks.

This exercise will help build your abdominal muscles and balance. Lay on your back with your legs straight up in the air, knees bent at a 90-degree angle. Lift your left leg to waist height and then slowly lower it back down; repeat with your right leg. Continue alternating for 30 seconds or until you can’t hold your breath any longer. If you want an extra challenge, lift both legs at once while keeping them straight (no bending). This is one of our favourite couch exercises! And if you're looking for more couch exercises that don't require equipment, check out our list of 10 easy couch exercises.

3) Hamstring Curls.

If you have trouble reaching your toes, place a folded towel on a couch or chair and sit down so that your legs are outstretched. Bend one leg and place it on top of your other leg. Keeping both feet flat on the ground, pull your toes back toward you until you feel a stretch in your hamstring. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds, then repeat with each leg. Repeat three times per day. For more advanced stretches, try placing a small pillow under your knees while keeping your heels on the floor. This will help increase flexibility in your hamstrings. For an even greater challenge, try bending forward at your waist while keeping both legs straight and pulling them toward you until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings. Be careful not to overstretch as doing so can result in injury.

4) Straight Leg Raises.

Lie on your back with your legs straight. Raise one leg until it is parallel to your chest, hold for 2 seconds and slowly lower it. Repeat with another leg. Do 10 repetitions per leg, two or three times a day. This exercise works the quadriceps, glutes and hamstrings. Additionally, doing these raises will strengthen your inner thighs in preparation for Kegel exercises if you are planning on getting pregnant soon or already pregnant. If you have any knee problems, consult your doctor before performing any of these exercises. To learn more about proper posture when doing kegel exercises, read our post titled: How To Do Kegel Exercises Correctly.

5) Side Plank Variations.

Side planks are simple exercises that target your obliques and hip flexors. Begin with your body in a straight line, legs together, feet on top of a yoga mat. Place your left hand on your left hip and extend your right arm up towards the ceiling. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds. Rotate to the other side and repeat. To challenge yourself further, hold the plank position for as much time as possible before taking a break for breathing or rotating sides. Increase intensity by bringing knees in closer to the chest instead of extending them out (shown below). For more exercises like these, check out our Couch Exercises page!