The Only 12 Exercises You Need To Get In Shape

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Have you ever avoided going to the gym simply because you didn’t know what to do or how to do it? Working out doesn’t need to be complicated. Sometimes the simplest exercises are the most effective. These exercises echo back to our primal past and the kinds of motions we evolved to do; whereas modern gym machine exercises can sometimes be seen as somewhat “unnatural”.

No equipment, no gym membership! The staff at Buzzfeed.com posted this collection of twelve simple body-weight exercises that will help you get in shape! Everything is done for you (apart from the exercise!) Each exercise is explained and illustrated, so go grab a drink and get started! Click the link below to see all 12 exercises…

The Only 12 Exercises You Need To Get In Shape