What are five simple exercises to do at home?

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So, for the safety and well being of all, I have broken these down into two categories; high rep/low weight and low rep/high weight.  This is largely based on the cycle inherent in each group. 

Hidden within this regimen are the personal affirmation, accomplishment and serenity endorphins that are released during and upon completion of each workout.  

High rep/low weight: 

Making the bed – core and upper torso stretching through out. 

Washing/drying the dishes – upper extremity and hand deterity, followed by core during the putting away process.

Raking – excellent core workout especially if done so from left to right one pass, followed by right to left on the return

Low rep/heavy weight:

Laundry – excellent leg and core work during basket phase down the stairs, core throghout dryer placement and removal, followed by an additional basket phase back up the stairs.  

Taking out the garbage – upper body lifting and core pulling out, followed by core and legs pushing out to street. 

Come winter, I can add this one.  It can fall into either category, contingent on the weather patterns. Regardless, it can become a great aerobic workout. 

Shoveling snow – full body workout with aerobic, core, leg and upper body benefits. 

Dress appropriately.