Huge, pumped up muscles similar to those seen on the models of body building adverts are often what people associate with strength training. Naturally, building muscles is at the heart of any training program but body building that result in massive muscles usually requires long, arduous workouts. Normally, you would need to perform strenuous body building exercises for 30 minutes, at least 3 times each week

It is not necessary to build huge muscle bulk, there are benefits to be gained from exercising that even women who don't wantneed to 'bulk up' can understand. Stronger muscles can lower your risk of damage to your back and other parts of your body. As your metabolism increases when you strength train, it can also help in maintaining a healthy weight.

You don't even have to go to a gym to exercise, just clear a small area wherever you are and you can workout in your surroundings. Here are few Anytime and Anywhere Exercises:

a) Crunch Lie down on the floor on your back with your feet supported above the ground on a box or something that will keep them raised. Support your neck with the help of cushion. Place your buttocks as near as possible to your feet. Lock your elbows. Now slowly lift your head up just a few centimetres. Hold on to the position for 2 seconds and then slowly come down. Repeat this exercise 20 times to make one set. This exercise is great for really building your abs and you will be able to feel it working very soon.

b) Lifting your Toes and then Lowering them Stand on a floor flatfooted with your toes pointing straight ahead. Hold onto something to help keep your balance. Now VERY SLOWLY, lift up your toes as high as possible. Hold on for 2 seconds and then come down very gently and slowly. Repeat this 20 times to make one set.

c) Push ups Lie down on the floor facing towards the floor with your body weight on the palms of your hands. Now slowly, push your body up keeping your back straight and facing right ahead. Hold for 2 seconds and then slowly lower your body back to the ground. Repeat this 5-10 times to start with and then try to build this exercise up to 20 times per set.

d) Wall Squat Stand straight with your back against the wall. Now, gently slideyour body down to the sitting position. Make sure that your back is still against the wall. Hold on to this position for 15 seconds and then gently slide up, still keeping your back against the wall. Repeat this 5-10 times to start with and then gradually build this up to 20 times per set.

If you want an more energetic workout, you can simply add ankle or wrist weights to your usual low-impact exercises. Increasing the weight by a few extra pounds forces your heart and muscles to work harder. Slipping on a weight vest is another option if you are interested in building extra definition in your upper body. The secret to success with these items of body building equipment is to make sure you don't put too much stress on your muscles, which can cause serious damage.

Other exercise equipment that you may be interested in, may include a treadmill. This will allow you exercise for 24/7 and 12 months a year no matter what the weather is like. Make sure that you learn more about treadmills and how to make the most effective use of one before buying one.