Easy Standing Exercises For Abs, Bum, Legs, Arms, and Chest

Arms and Chest: Elevated Push Ups

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You don't have to get on the ground to do a push up, simply lean against the nearest counter, using the correct form and do as many reps as you can in a minute to get your heart rate up, sculpt your arms and build your chest.
If you're still working your way up to doing a full press up, incline variations are a great way to get yourself used to full press ups.

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Bum: Donkey Kicks

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The great thing about building a booty is that there are so many moves you can use to get the burn you're after, whether you have knee problems, like variety, want to stay on your feet or want the challenge of added weights.
To build your bum with minimum effort make these standing donkey kicks into your day. The move is pretty self-explanatory, but be sure to flex your raised foot and avoid bending at the knee to get the most contraction in your glute when you extend your leg.

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Core: Standing Twists

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Being slumped over a desk all day isn't the best way to keep your core engaged. While correcting your posture goes a long way to tightening your midsection, working it out will definitely add definition.
A standing weighted twist is one of several great way to work your core while standing by the coffee machine. Pick up a heavy sugar jar or biscuit bowl and keeping your pelvis still begin to twist your ribcage, left to right. Keep your core tight and engaged as you twist to get the most out of the move.

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Legs: Heel Raises

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If you sit down every day, you should make time to show your legs some love. You don't have to wait until you get home or get to the gym to do so either. Heel raises help release muscles in the legs that don't get much use during a work day, and help to strengthen and sculpt your calf and quad muscles.

To do a heel raise, simply position your feel hip width apart, and slowly raise your heels off the ground until you're on your toes and then lower back to the ground.

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