4 Exercises To Do in Bed To Stay Fit

For a lazy person, getting out of bed is difficult task. And exercising is just impossible. In fact, winter is approaching so you love to stay in bed. You need a motivation in morning to get out of cozy bed. Even if you have no motivation then don't worry. Well, we have few exercises that you can do easily on your bed.

* Push Ups

Place your toes and your hands on the bed with arms fully extended. During this exercise keep your back straight. Now lower your chest to the bed then return to starting position. Repeat this at least 20 times or more. Push Ups are very good for toning arms and strengthens your mid-section.

* Russian Twists

Sit on your bed with hands holding a pillow in front of your chest. Bend knees at a 45 degree angle and heels on the mattress with your toes pointing up. Now start by twisting your torso to right so that your right hand touches the mattress beside you. Return to center then do twist from the left. Repeat it from both sides 10-15 times. This will improve flexibility of your body and strengthen your core.

* Planks

Take push-up position on your mattress and balance on your forearms instead of your hands. With your weight on forearms and toes, align your elbows under your shoulders. Now lift your body to make a straight line from head to heels. Stay in this position for 20 seconds and then back to normal. Take rest for 20 seconds. Repeat it for 3-5 times. This exercise will improve balance and strengthens your abs and back.

* Hip bridge

Lay flat on your back with knees bent and your arms in low V by your hips. Keep heels a few inches away from your butt. Push through your heels to lift your hips up while squeezing your glutes. A diagonal line from your shoulders to your knees should be created. Stay in position for 5 seconds then come back to normal position. Do it for 10 times. This exercise helps tone your inner thighs.