8 Strength-Building Exercises That Don't Require Lifting Weights

LOADING ERROR LOADING You probably know how important daily exercise is for your physical and mental well-being, and you may even have a routine you try to stick to during the week. Pushups The Good Brigade via Getty Images Muscle targets: Your chest, triceps and core Instructions: Start in a high plank position, hands directly under the shoulders. Situps Zing Images via Getty Images Muscle targets: Your core Instructions: Start flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Glute Bridges bojanstory via Getty Images Muscle targets: Your hamstrings, glutes, core and quads Instructions: Lie on your back with knees bent, feet flat on the floor. Burpees katleho Seisa via Getty Images Muscle targets: Your legs, chest, arms, shoulders, hips and core Instructions: Start in a standing position.