If you're looking for the most powerful workouts to add onto your fitness routines that generate some serious results fast--squats should be one of your top picks.

This is one of those exercises that should be included in everyone's routine, as it's relatively simple to perform, does not necessarily need an equipment, and can be done just about anywhere.

More importantly: although squats are often regarded as "leg" exercises, they actually work just about every muscle in the lower body, including the glutes, hips, thighs, and calves.

Directions

Credits

1. With your chest lifted, chin up and abs contracted take a big step forward with your left foot.

2. Sink straight down so your front left knee tracks over the top of your shoe and your back right knee points down toward the floor.

   • You are on your back right toe.
3. Push back to the starting position.
4. Repeat on the right leg. Keep alternating.

A good place to start is with 10-12 lunges on each leg and work your way up to 3 sets.