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Don't sweat it!

Updated on: Jun 19, 2012, 13:51:04 IST
Hindustan Times | By , New Delhi
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Can’t afford going to gym and spa anymore as the government slaps luxury tax? Sweat not as there’s a lot you can do at home to stay fit.

Has the 15% luxury tax on levied on health and wellness facilities left you with your spirit flattened out? Fret not! We have got for you fitness secrets from experts that will ensure those washboard abs without having to shell out a penny at the gym.

Try out this 15-minute workout at home everyday, that combines cardio, circuit training, interval training, plyometrics and strength training. It’s also a quick and effective plan to lose weight and keep your body toned without investing in expensive equipment.

Plank: 4 reps, hold for 15 sec
Horizontal jumping jacks: 15 reps

To make the activity more fun, you can call your friends to your pad, play some music and excercise in a group. You could also hit a neighbourhood park and sweat it out under the sky.

And if your skyrocketing spa bills are causing worry, take respite in kitchen finds that work wonder for your skin and hair. We tell you how to pamper yourself with a luxe beauty and rejuvenation session in the comfort of your home.

Do the following five exercises one after the other with no break in the middle. Then rest for 60 seconds and repeat again. Next, repeat four of these five set of exercises:

Warm up
Sit ups:
Total of 20 reps (within one min)
Knee Pushups: Total of 20 reps (within one min)
Squats: Total of 20 reps (within one min)
Mountain Climber: Total of 20 reps (within one min)
Lunges: Two set of 10 reps. Stretch all muscles

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