Don't have time to go to the gym but WANT to? Don't have the $$$ to make your own gym? This article may give you some ideas as to how you can accomplish both of those goals!

Home Gyms on a BUDGET

Add to those suggestions, one made by 2bearsmom: soup cans as weights!!

If anyone does decide to invest in any equipment...I HIGHLY suggest some resistance bands. They are only around $5, I use them for arms and have been known to tie them to the bottom of chairs to get some leg resistance done!

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I second that Shell...and a pilates ball. Both are a great way to give you toned

I would like to get a pilates ball.I am afraid I would not get enough use out of it.What exercises do you like to do with it Christy?Where did you find one?I haven't looked around since I haven't gotten really serious about it.How much is one?

I found this article on how to use the Pilates ball, for those of you who haven't used it before. It gives some suggestions on some techniques and some movements. I would also suggest picking up copies of FITNESS or SHAPE magazine from time to time. They have cool work out cards inside of them with tips on what you can do with the ball. The options are endless!!!

Using the Stability Ball / Pilates Ball

Ab and Core Work Outs

Thanks Christy!

I have the pilates ball, but hardly ever use it. The air keeps coming out of it, plus it is one that has those nubby things all over it that is supposed to be a massaging type deal... but really they hurt me if I use it.

I really need to get a smooth one.