Post written by Leo Babauta.

I’ve been out walking all day in New York City with my daughter, and haven’t found any time for my usual workouts in between museums and fabulous restaurants.

And yet fitness doesn’t require hours of your time every day.

I’ve compiled a list of some of my favorite quick exercises. It’s not meant to be a complete fitness program, but something to sneak in when you’re too busy to get a longer workout or a visit to your gym.

If you’re working hard, or stressing out over all the things you have to do for your family, don’t worry. I’ve got you covered.

If any of these exercises is too easy, rest for 30-60 seconds and do a second one. If that’s still too easy, add something with weight.

Exercises for the Terminally Busy

1. Bodyweight squats. These are some of my favorites. Sit back, then squat down like you’re sitting on a toilet seat, until your thighbones are about parallel to the ground. Stand up and flex your glutes, repeat as many times as you can. Rest 20-30 seconds, do a second set, then another. If that’s too easy …

2. Jump squats. Same as above, but explode into a jump as high as you can from the squat position. Land lightly on the balls of your feet and go straight back into the squat. Do as many as you can ‘ aim for 20-30 reps, 3-5 sets. » Continue your journey »