I've been looking to lose some weight and get in better shape lately, but don't really have ready access to a gym because of life circumstances. Figured I'd throw this out there and ask for some advice about working out at home to lose weight with no equipment. I mean there's the obvious push ups, situps, etc. But I'm more looking for advice on how many sets/repetitions, how many days a week, etc. Obviously I plan on dieting a bit as well, but any advice or some kind of link/graphic showing a few basic workout plans would be appreciated.
I figure this post can help some others in the same situation as well given a lot of us want to get in better shape to prepare, but don't have access to the best facilities, and whatnot.
Every public library has a video section, where you can check out DVD's for 2-weeks at a time. They have home workout videos. There are also plenty of home workout videos on YouTube.
Do whatever makes you move. If you want to learn dance moves, then jazzercise. You can work out to aerobics videos. Anything that makes you move and work up a sweat. No special equipment required.