๐Ÿ‹๏ธ Top 5 Home Workouts for Absolute Beginners (No Equipment Needed)

Apr 10, 2025

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Intro:
Getting started with fitness doesnโ€™t mean expensive equipment or gym memberships. These beginner-friendly home workouts require zero equipment โ€” just your body, your will, and a few square feet of space.

 
1. Bodyweight Squats
โœ… Targets: Legs, Glutes, Core
How to do it:

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart
Lower your hips like you're sitting in a chair
Keep chest up, knees behind toes
Rise back up and repeat
Reps: 3 sets of 15
Tip: Want extra burn? Try it slowly.

 
2. Wall Push-Ups
โœ… Targets: Chest, Arms, Shoulders
How to do it:

Stand armโ€™s length from a wall
Place hands on wall at shoulder height
Lower your chest toward the wall
Push back to start
Reps: 3 sets of 10
Beginner Bonus: Easier than floor push-ups, perfect for newbies.

 
3. Glute Bridges
โœ… Targets: Glutes, Lower Back
How to do it:

Lie on your back, knees bent, feet flat
Push hips upward
Squeeze glutes, hold for 2 seconds
Lower slowly
Reps: 3 sets of 12
Why it works: Activates weak glutes, improves posture.

 
4. Arm Circles
โœ… Targets: Shoulders, Arms
How to do it:

Stand tall, arms extended sideways
Make small circles for 30 secs
Reverse direction for 30 secs
Rest 20 secs and repeat
Reps: 3 rounds
Add-on: Use light water bottles for resistance later.

 
5. Marching in Place
โœ… Targets: Cardio, Legs
How to do it:

Lift knees high
Pump arms naturally
Keep steady pace for 1โ€“2 minutes
Duration: 3 rounds
Great for: Warm-ups or light cardio days.

 
๐Ÿ”„ Sample Beginner Routine:
๐Ÿง˜ 2 min Warm-up (marching)
๐Ÿ” Circuit: Do each exercise back to back
โธ๏ธ 1 min rest after each full round
๐Ÿ”‚ Repeat for 3 total rounds
๐ŸงŠ Cool down with stretches
 
๐Ÿ“Œ Final Tips:
Start with 3x per week
Focus on form, not speed
Consistency beats intensity
Track your progress weekly
 
๐Ÿ’ผ Coming Soon:
"Home Workout Starter Pack" โ€“ Get your free printable workout tracker + beginner schedule

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