Going to the Gym and working out may not be possible for all, but it is not required as one can workout from home and burn those calories. Here are few examples that might be useful to achieve it.
Cycling - Most of the people have a bicycle and if you don't have one you can borrow easily from your friends & colleagues. This will not only help you burn calories but it also provide cardiovascular benefits. So go on and get started on your bicycle and burn those extra calories.
Rope jumping - On an average as per the research one can burn almost more then 1000 calories per hour from rope jumping. This is not only cost effective but once can take it anywhere with them if you are a frequent traveler and utilize it to the maximum. best option available in ropes are the vinyl ones as they move faster and so help you move fast and give maximum benefits.
Swimming - People who have pools at their places or can also head out to the sea shore for some swimming. Swimming can burn more then 1500 calories per hour. Also one can combine swimming with some touch ups like push ups and deck ups at the side which will help tone your arms. This is one of the best option as your entire body is involved in the activity and hence will be better toned up.
Walking - This is the most ultimate free home workout exercise with no cost and get ample benefits. Start walking for about 30 mins a day and gradually increase it as per your comfort level with brisk walking and one can lose around 100 calories per mile. But never overdo it and always keep track of your heart rate to get maximum benefits.
Steps - are available everywhere and anywhere and one does not have to look for it. Walking up and down the stairs at your place or your complex can help you burn those calories and will also help in toning the leg muscles. Always maintain a straight posture while climbing with your hands swinging and never lean in the front. Also while coming down take care that you descent at a moderate pace as after climbing up the stairs there is a natural tendency of going down fast which might lead to a serious accident. Take step by step and increase your frequency of going up and down as per your comfort.
So go ahead get on with it and start on your easy workouts at home without spending hundreds on gym, equipments etc toburn those calories.