What are five simple exercises to do at home?
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Think you need a gym, fancy equipment, or an hour of free time to support your PCOD and gut health?
You don’t. ❤️
Sometimes, simple movement done consistently is more useful than an intense workout you do once in a while.
If you have PCOD, try these 5:
1. Indoor Walking
Walk around your rooms, hallway, balcony—or simply march in place.
👉 Start with 10–15 minutes and gradually increase.
2. Squats
Sit back as if you’re sitting on a chair and stand up.
👉 10–15 repetitions × 2 sets.
3. Glute Bridges
Lie on your back, bend your knees and gently lift your hips.
👉 12–15 repetitions × 2 sets.
4. Wall Push-ups
Stand facing a wall and perform gentle push-ups.
👉 10–15 repetitions × 2 sets.
5. Indoor Dancing
Put on your favourite song and move!
👉 Even 15–20 minutes can make movement more enjoyable.
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If your focus is gut health, try these 5:
1. Walk after meals
One of the easiest habits to add.
👉 Try a gentle 10–15 minute walk after lunch or dinner.
And yes—walking around your house counts!
2. Cat–Cow Stretch
Move slowly between the two positions.
👉 8–10 gentle repetitions.
3. Knee-to-Chest Stretch
Bring one knee gently toward your chest and hold.
👉 20–30 seconds on each side.
4. Child’s Pose
A gentle, relaxing stretch.
👉 Hold comfortably for 30–60 seconds.
5. Diaphragmatic Breathing
Place a hand on your abdomen and take slow, comfortable breaths, allowing your belly to rise and fall.
👉 Try 5 minutes.
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💡 And here’s the important part…
You don’t have to do all 10.
Choose 2–3 exercises you actually enjoy and make them part of your routine.
For PCOD → think regular movement + strength training.
For gut health → think gentle movement + walking, especially after meals.
❤️ Now I’m curious…
Which one would you actually do at home?
👇 Comment “WALK” if you prefer walking
👇 Comment “STRENGTH” if you prefer squats/bridges
👇 Comment “STRETCH” if you prefer gentle exercises
And save this post—because the best exercise is often the one you can actually do consistently.
Written by Dr. Priyanka Mangla Aggarwal, BHMS, DNHE, DE
Homeopathic Physician | 18+ Years of Clinical Experience
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