Exercises to Make a Broad Guy Thin

A broad guy can become thin by using his weight to work for him, without costly gym memberships or equipment. There are a wide variety of body-weight exercises which can help prevent injuries while you trim down. Cardio exercises crank up your metabolism, helping you burn calories fast, and you really can improve your physique by working out arms, legs and total body on separate days. A good daily pattern for your week is: upper body, lower body, cardio, upper body, lower body, cardio, day off.

  1. Sculpt Your Torso

    • Standard pushups are a classic body-weight exercise. Aim for three sets of 10. If standard pushups are too difficult, or you can't do them with proper form, start by doing them on your knees. Progress by interspersing standard pushups until your form breaks down, then return to doing them on your knees. Dips and planks also work your upper body and move you toward a chiseled physique. A dip is properly done when you have lowered yourself until your elbows are bent 90 degrees and your upper arms are parallel to the floor. Three sets of 10 dips is the goal, aiming for proper depth. Planks work your arms and your core. Have the long-term goal of three sets of 45 seconds.

    Legs: Calorie Burners

    • Walking lunges strengthen your legs and improve your core and balance. Start with three sets of 10 in each direction, with a minute rest between sets. Air squats are another great leg workout. Perform three sets of 10. Add dumbbells to your routine as you improve, holding five to 10 pounds at a time. Both exercises build muscles in your legs. This aids in increasing your metabolism since muscle burns more calories than fat throughout the day.

    Pump Up the Heartbeat

    • If you're not used to jogging, start off with walking. After stretching your legs, walk or jog at a brisk pace for 1 to 3 miles and increase your speed or the incline if using a treadmill as you become more conditioned. Burpees are a very good total body-weight exercise and can be done anywhere. Start out standing, then squat, placing your hands on the floor under your shoulders. Kick your feet back into a pushup position. Do a pushup and then jump your feet forward into a squat. Jump up into the air about four inches while clapping your hands above your head. Start with three sets of 10, with 30- to 60-second rests between sets. Other cardio and calorie-burning options include jumping rope, biking, rowing and stair-climbing.

    Exercise Your Right to Eat Healthy

    • During your six weeks of training, try to focus on buying and eating a large variety of fruits, vegetables and low-fat, high-quality proteins. Always have a large supply at home and on hand to snack on when away from home. Limit your intake of white foods, such as bread, pasta and rice, or foods made with sugar and flour. Research some healthy recipes and get your loved ones involved in the cooking process. When eating out, seek healthier options on the menu. You do not have to decrease your eating, just change what it is you are eating.