7 simple exercises you can do without leaving the couch

             Written by: Mantasha

30 July 2025

Think being a “couch potato” means sitting still? Think again. Here are 7 enjoyable exercises you can do right in your living room.

Netflix? More like Fitflix

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Sit up straight, tighten your glutes for 5 seconds, then release. Repeat during your favorite scenes to tone your backside.

Glute Squeezes

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During commercial breaks, lean your back against the wall, slide down until your knees are bent, and hold as long as possible. Feel the burn in your legs.

Wall Sits

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While seated with a straight back, lift one leg and hold for 10 seconds. Switch legs. Great for strengthening your thighs, even while watching a TV drama.

Seated Leg Raises

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Sit tall and twist your torso side to side, reaching your arms across your body. It’s a quick core workout.

Seated Torso Twists

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Grab your TV remotes (or water bottles), press them overhead, then lower. Do 15 reps for stronger shoulders without any equipment.

Shoulder Press With Remotes

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Place your hands on the edge of your couch, slide your hips off, and dip down to work your triceps. Perfect for powering through cliffhangers.

Chair Dips

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Stand up, rise onto your toes, pause, then lower slowly. Do several sets while deciding what to watch next.

Standing Calf Raises

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Turn every episode into a hidden workout, your body will thank you, even during a binge session.

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