Full Body Exercises - More Bang For Your Fitness Buck!

While bicep curls and squats are a good way to build muscle, if you are strapped for time or want to add some variety, try adding  a a couple of these full body movements to your fitness plans.  Here are 4 that are sure to get your heart pumping, muscles burning and goals achieved!

1.  Modified Burpee /Upright Row  If getting down to floor level is difficult, try starting on an elevated surface like a chair, couch, or bench.

2.  Squat / Overhead Press.  These can be done with dumb bells or a resistance band.  Beginners remember you don't have to be ins super shape to squat.  Just start where you are and do your best! 

3.  Step Up Leg Lift/Bicep Curl.    Got stairs?  You can do this outside.  Just make sure you are on a flat surface.  Alternate leg lifts as you do a simple bicep curl.

4.  Inchworm Push up  This will take some practice, and even if you don't quite get to a push up, the inchworm part is a great beginner workout.  If you want to make it harder, try 2 or three push ups