Best 10 Full Body Exercises for Beginners on a Budget

Are you struggling to find time to hit the gym or feeling intimidated by fancy equipment? You’re not alone. Many busy professionals want to stay fit without breaking the bank or spending hours in a gym. The good news? You can achieve a full-body workout right in the comfort of your home with no equipment required! This guide will walk you through the best 10 full-body exercises that are perfect for beginners and budget-friendly.

Quick Stats:

• Total Time: 25-30 minutes including warm-up and cool-down
• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Beginner-friendly
• Calories Burned: Approximately 150-250 calories depending on intensity

Warm-Up (5 Minutes)

Get your body ready to move with this quick warm-up.

1. Arm Circles

   • Duration: 30 seconds
   • Form Cue: Keep your arms straight and circle them forward for 15 seconds, then backward for 15 seconds.

2. High Knees

   • Duration: 30 seconds
   • Form Cue: Drive your knees up towards your chest while keeping your core engaged.

3. Bodyweight Squats

   • Duration: 1 minute
   • Form Cue: Keep your chest up and push your hips back as you squat down.

4. Lateral Leg Swings

   • Duration: 1 minute (30 seconds per leg)
   • Form Cue: Hold onto a wall or chair for balance and swing your leg side to side.

5. Torso Twists

   • Duration: 1 minute
   • Form Cue: Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and twist your torso side to side.

Full Body Exercises

Here are the top 10 full-body exercises you can do without any equipment:

| Exercise Name | Reps/Duration | Sets | Rest | Form Cue | Modification | |---------------------|---------------|------|--------------|---------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------| | Bodyweight Squats | 12 reps | 3 | 45 seconds | Keep your chest up and knees behind toes. | Reduce depth for easier version. | | Push-Ups | 8-10 reps | 3 | 45 seconds | Keep your body in a straight line. | Do on knees for easier version. | | Plank | 30 seconds | 3 | 45 seconds | Keep your body straight from head to heels. | Lower knees for easier version. | | Glute Bridges | 12 reps | 3 | 45 seconds | Squeeze glutes at the top for 2 seconds. | Perform single-leg for harder version. | | Mountain Climbers | 30 seconds | 3 | 45 seconds | Drive your knees towards your chest quickly.| Slow down for easier version. | | Superman | 10 reps | 3 | 45 seconds | Lift arms and legs off the ground simultaneously. | Alternate arms and legs for easier version. | | Reverse Lunges | 10 reps/leg | 3 | 45 seconds | Keep your front knee behind your toes. | Reduce depth for easier version. | | Side Plank | 20 seconds/side| 3 | 45 seconds | Stack your feet and keep your body straight. | Drop bottom knee for easier version. | | Burpees | 5-8 reps | 3 | 45 seconds | Jump high and land softly with bent knees. | Step back instead of jumping for easier version. | | Jumping Jacks | 30 seconds | 3 | 45 seconds | Keep a steady rhythm and land softly. | Step side to side for easier version. |

Cool-Down (3-5 Minutes)

Finish your workout with this cool-down to help your body recover.

1. Standing Forward Bend

   • Duration: 1 minute
   • Form Cue: Reach for your toes while keeping your knees slightly bent.

2. Child’s Pose

   • Duration: 1 minute
   • Form Cue: Sit back on your heels, stretch your arms forward, and relax.

3. Seated Twist

   • Duration: 1 minute (30 seconds per side)
   • Form Cue: Sit cross-legged and twist your torso to each side gently.

Workout Summary

• Complete in: 25-30 minutes
• Total Exercises: 10
• Difficulty: Beginner-friendly
• Calories Burned: Approximately 150-250 calories

Conclusion

You now have a complete set of full-body exercises that you can do in your living room with minimal time and no equipment. Aim to complete this routine 2-3 times a week, ensuring you have rest days in between. Progress at your own pace by increasing reps or sets as you get stronger.

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