Massive, bulging muscles similar to those displayed on the models of body building magazine covers are often what people think of when talking about strength training. Naturally, developing muscles is an important part of any training program but body building that result in exhibition muscles typically involves long, arduous workouts. It is not uncommon that, you would undergo strenuous body building exercises for 30 minutes, 3 times every week

It is not compulsory to build huge muscles, there are benefits to be gained from exercising that anyone who doesn't desire to 'bulk up' can understand. Stronger muscles can reduce your risk of injury to your back and other parts of your body. Since your metabolic rate increases when you strength train, it can also help in reducing your weight.

You don't even have to go to a gym to work out, just clear a small area wherever you are and you can exercise in your surroundings. Here are few Anytime and Anywhere Exercises:

a) Crunch Lie down on the floor on your back with your feet supported above the ground on a box or something that will keep them raised. Place a cushion under your neck to support it. Place your buttocks as near as possible to your feet. Lock your elbows. Now slowly raise your head up just a few centimetres. Hold this raised position for 2 seconds and then slowly lower down. Repeat this exercise 20 times to make one set. This exercise is great for really building your abs and you will be able to feel it working very soon.

b) Lifting your Toes and then Lowering them Stand on a floor flatfooted with your toes pointing straight ahead. Hold onto something to help keep your balance. Now VERY SLOWLY, raise your toes as high as you can. Hold on for 2 seconds and then lower down very gently and slowly. Repeat this 20 times to make one set.

c) Push ups Lie down face down on the floor taking your body weight on the palms of your hands. Now slowly, straighten your arms whilst keeping your back straight and facing right ahead. Hold for 2 seconds and then slowly bring your body back to the starting position. Repeat this 5-10 times in the beginning and then try to increase this exercise up to 20 times per set.

d) Wall Squat Stand straight with your back against the wall. Now, gently loweryour body down to the sitting position. Make sure that your back is still against the wall. Hold on to this position for 15 seconds and then gently slide up, still keeping your back against the wall. Repeat this 5-10 times in the beginning and then try to build this up to 20 times per set.

If you want an more energetic workout, you can simply add ankle or wrist weights to your usual low-impact exercises. Increasing the weight by a few extra pounds forces your heart and muscles to work harder. Using a weight vest is another option if you are interested in creating extra definition in your upper body. The secret to success with these items of body building equipment is to make sure you don't put too much stress on your muscles, which can cause serious injury.

Additional exercise equipment that you may be interested in, may include a treadmill. This will enable you work out for 24/7 and 12 months a year no matter what the weather is like. Make sure that you learn more about treadmills and how to make the best use of one before making a purchase.

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