8 home exercises that burn maximum calories

When it comes to exercising at home, burning calories and getting fit, one doesn't need an expensive gym membership or fancy equipment. Some of the most effective workout plans are made at home with zero investment and can be done right in our living room. Just by using the body weight and a little determination. Whether one is short of time, space or motivation, these eight home exercises are designed to burn calories as much as possible. Let's take a look at them...

The powerhouse exercise, burpees is that one exercise that engages multiple muscles at once, including arms, chest and core. The constant motion of jumping and them squatting and pushing up makes this a great exercise and on top of that, it burns more calories than any other form of exercise. This exercise usually combines strength and cardio for full-body impact. Just 10-15 minutes of this intense exercise can help one stay fit and burn calories like anything.

This one starts out easy but burns more calories! This classic cardio move gets the heart rate up in seconds, it may seem simple but jumping jacks work the entire body, improves blood circulation and warms the muscles up in no time. A great full-body warm up before starting heavy and intensive workout regimen, it gets the body all prepared for a 30-40 minute home workout session.

Running in place while bringing the knees as high as possible is a fast way to burn calories and elevate the heart rate, it could be intense but, definitely works well! Apart from burning calories, it also engages the core area and legs, aiding in cardiovascular endurance as well.

This exercise will build lower body strength and aid in calorie loss in no time. Add explosive power to the standard squats with a jump at the top. This plyometric move strengthens the glutes, quads and calves while increasing calorie burn as well.

Combining the upper body strength of push-ups with the cardio burst of plank jacks is a killer combo move that can save your time and build bodily strength. It builds muscle and burns calories. Full body activation with an emphasis on core and shoulders, this exercise helps one shed weight, in addition to maintaining muscular strength.

Might look like a humble jump rope, but do not underestimate this exercise! This exercise mimics the motion without a rope can significantly raise the heart rate and burn calorie at the same time. Jump rope is excellent for cardio, coordination and overall conditioning.

Surya namaskar is more than just a series of yoga poses. It is a complete at home workout that is being practiced for generations in Indian households. It is a sequence of 12 yoga posture stretches and strengthens almost every muscle in the body, which makes it a high-calorie burning workout.

If one wants to lose their stubborn belly fat, this is the one exercise that can help you! Think of mountain climbers as a moving plank, these targets the abs, shoulders and legs, all while also delivering a serious cardio punch. More than belly fat, it builds core strength while revving up the heart rate. Doing this for 10-15 minutes per day, is just the right amount of time for this exercise to work.

Disclaimer: Always consult a medical health professional before adopting any exercise in your regimen