1. » http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKg_cdwq9l4

Teaches you to: Tone abdominal muscles (above) to get a six-pack.
Why it's good: It is a simple exercise, and a more effective form of crunch is demonstrated (with weights) too. For those looking to turn surplus tummy fat into something more solid.

2. » http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wUNZ5nr0EI

Teaches you to: Do a full-body workout with a mix of push-ups, pull-ups (above), burpees and a few other exercises.
Why it's good: Go old school and do it military style. Minus the part where the man uses a quirky contraception to execute pull-ups, the other exercises don't need any additional resources. Can be done anywhere, anytime. And you don't need to wear military fatigues either.

3. » http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-NxJEbdcPE

Teaches you to: Do a ball squat exercise (right) with an exercise ball.
Why it's good: This low-intensity exercise allows pregnant women to maintain their fitness.

4. » http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TC1XlhRwhsU

Teaches you: The basics of belly dancing (right).
Why it's good: For the guys, it's the dancer herself. For those more intent on the exercise, it helps trim the tummy and keep the rest of the body supple.

5. » http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmEdQ8v3-DQ

Teaches you to: Use the exercise band in a series of three workouts.
Why it's good: All you need to do is to head down to the nearest shop and get that exercise band. The video isn't difficult to follow and will strengthen muscles.

6. » http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RplSjZIOjTg

Teaches you to: Do a proper bicep curl (above).
Why it's good: Gives inspiration to guys who feel they look like a beansprout. Those sinewy arm muscles of the gym jock will inspire them to get cracking and try to build their own.

7. » http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCVANw41B8c

Teaches you to: Do the Plie Squat.
Why it's good: It helps to firm and strengthen your inner and outer thighs and your butt. But don't expect sagging to swingingly sexy overnight.

8. » http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0AHp_YI5yjg

Teaches you to: Do some back exercises and stretches.
Why it's good: Envy those gymnasts no more. So you're no Nadia Comaneci, but you can improve your flexibility with these useful tips.

9. » http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xU4mX9CVgWw

Teaches you to: Do an exercise to strengthen hip and knee joints.
Why it's good: Creaky knees? This is especially useful for those who want to keep arthritis at bay.

10. » http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3cEVvus3As

Teaches you to: Do a proper tricep curl.
Why it's good: You'll never go wrong with strong, well-toned triceps. Just lean back on the bench, as the guy in the video shows you, and do a French curl.

alexliam@sph.com.sg

There are 1,440 minutes in every day. Schedule 30 of them for physical activity.

This story was first published in The Mind Your Body supplement on Mar 26, 2008.