Most of us spend considerably more time traveling to work and getting back home than we spend in the gym or doing some physical activity. Given our busy schedules, it’s easier to catch up on some exercise during the commute, than finding actual time to head to the gym!

Here are 4 simple exercises you can do home and work.

Calf Raises

Traveling by bus/train means a lot of waiting around. When you wait, stand on the tips of your toes. Then, slowly come back to a ‘feet on the ground’ position. Easy, but repeat for a 100 times and you’ll work your calves out—results will show up in a week or two!

Leg + Core Workout

This one is simple to describe, but a little tricky to execute.

Stand on one leg, and raise the other knee to your chest or as high as possible. Hold this position and balance to boost leg and core strength.

 

Crunches—The Commuter Version

On the seat of a bus, train or plane, keep your feet planted on the floor a hip-width apart. Start by contracting your lower abs. Now, round your lower back and try ‘moving’ your rib cage downwards towards your hips. Hold this position for 10 seconds, and then repeat the whole process.

Crunches work your abs and boost your all-important core strength.

Chest Boosters

In a seated position, place your arms in your lap and interlock your fingers. Then, try to get your elbows to meet. Squeeze and contract your chest this way, to strengthen it over time.

Armed with these quick, easy exercises, you can transform all your commutes into mini-workouts. Imagine the (fitness) possibilities!

References:

https://www.thedailybeast.com/8-ways-to-exercise-while-you-commute