Building muscle and losing weight takes effort, consistency, and discipline.
However, you do not need to spend hours at the gym so you can achieve results.
The following is my top 10-minute workout to lose weight and build muscle.
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Perform each exercise for 10 repetitions, then move to the next exercise.
Complete three rounds with minimal rest between sets.
Squats
Squats are the ultimate lower-bodymuscle-building exercise.
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To perform squats, begin standing with feet wider than shoulder-width distance apart.
Sit back into your squat position, and lower your body until your thighs are parallel to the floor.
Drive through both feet to return to the starting position.
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Repeat for 10 repetitions.
Keep your core engaged throughout the entire set, and do not allow your hips to sag downward.
To perform pushups, begin in a plank position with your hands under your shoulders.
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Lower your body as one full unit by bending your elbows and lowering your chest to the floor.
Repeat for 10 repetitions.
Lunges
Lunges are one of my favorite exercises for the lower body for several reasons.
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They hit the glutes and quads very effectively from a muscular standpoint.
Lunges also build coordination, balance, and stability for walking, running, sprinting, and hiking.
To perform lunges, begin standing with your feet hip-width distance apart.
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Take a big step forward with your left leg.
Push through your front foot to return to the starting position.
Repeat for 10 repetitions.
you might use an overhand, neutral, or underhand grip.
When your chest nears the bar, slowly lower to the starting position.
If I had to select just one core exercise to include in a workout, V-ups are my choice.
To perform V-ups, begin lying on your back on a mat or soft floor.
Extend your arms overhead.
Engage your core, and raise your legs and torso off the floor.
Slowly return to the starting position.
Repeat for 10 repetitions.
