Kitchens are usually a place where we prepare calories, not burn them, but that’s all about to change. While you cook, you can be involved in some workouts just to keep fit. Well, the workout might not result in a chiselled abs, it might just neutralise the calories in that cup of ice cream or extra food. Here are some of them:

Counter-Top Push Ups
Due to the stains that exists on many kitchen floors, doing push-ups on them isn’t very appealing. The convenient and cleaner workout option is the counter-top push up, which hits a variety of muscle groups including the triceps, chest and upper back. To do this work out, face the countertop and place hands on the edge around shoulder-width apart. Next, step your feet backward and lift your heels up so your body is in a plank position. Slowly lower your chest towards the counter and repeat.

Stove Squats
To do a proper stove squat, stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, interlace your fingers behind your head and keep your elbows wide and chest high. Lower into the squat position, bending your knees to as close to a 90-degree angle as possible. Rise back up and repeat.

Frying Pan Lateral Raises
While you cook, frying pans are the perfect substitute for dumb bells. Grab your heaviest pan or anything made of cast iron and hold it at your side with your palm facing your leg. Slowly raise the pan outward until your arm is aligned with your shoulder.

Kitchen Lunges
This particular exercise gives your quads and glutes a serious burn. To do a proper kitchen lunges, keep your upper body straight, shoulder back and relaxed, and tighten your core. Step forward with one leg, lowering hips until both knees are bent at an approximate 90-degree angle. Finally, make sure your front knee is directly above your ankle...

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