Best 10 Home Workouts for Full-Body Strength in 2025

Updated January 2026

As we dive into 2025, the trend of home workouts continues to gain momentum. With busy schedules and the desire for convenience, many people are looking for effective exercises that require minimal equipment. Here are the best 10 home workouts for full-body strength that you can easily incorporate into your routine, all while keeping equipment needs to a minimum.

1. Bodyweight Squats

• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Beginner
• Reps/Sets: 3 sets of 15-20 reps
• Calories Burned: 100-150
• Description: Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, lower your body as if sitting in a chair, then return to standing.

2. Push-Ups

• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Reps/Sets: 3 sets of 10-15 reps
• Calories Burned: 120-180
• Description: Start in a plank position, lower your body until your chest nearly touches the floor, then push back up.

3. Plank to Shoulder Tap

• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Reps/Sets: 3 sets of 10 taps per side
• Calories Burned: 80-120
• Description: In a plank position, tap your left shoulder with your right hand, then alternate.

4. Lunges

• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Beginner to Intermediate
• Reps/Sets: 3 sets of 10-12 reps per leg
• Calories Burned: 100-150
• Description: Step forward with one leg, lower your hips until both knees are bent at about a 90-degree angle, then return.

5. Glute Bridges

• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Beginner
• Reps/Sets: 3 sets of 15-20 reps
• Calories Burned: 80-120
• Description: Lie on your back with knees bent, lift your hips until your body forms a straight line from shoulders to knees.

6. Dumbbell Deadlifts

• Equipment Needed: Dumbbells (or any heavy object)
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Reps/Sets: 3 sets of 10-12 reps
• Calories Burned: 150-200
• Description: Stand with feet hip-width apart, holding weights. Hinge at your hips to lower weights towards the ground, keeping your back straight.

7. Burpees

• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Advanced
• Reps/Sets: 3 sets of 8-10 reps
• Calories Burned: 200-300
• Description: From standing, drop into a squat, kick your feet back into a plank, return to squat, and jump up.

8. Resistance Band Rows

• Equipment Needed: Resistance band
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Reps/Sets: 3 sets of 12-15 reps
• Calories Burned: 100-150
• Description: Secure the band at a low point, pull the band towards you while keeping your elbows close to your body.

9. Mountain Climbers

• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Reps/Sets: 3 sets of 30 seconds
• Calories Burned: 120-180
• Description: In a plank position, alternate bringing your knees towards your chest quickly.

10. Yoga Flow

• Equipment Needed: Yoga mat (optional)
• Difficulty Level: All Levels
• Duration: 20-30 minutes
• Calories Burned: 100-200
• Description: A combination of poses focusing on strength, flexibility, and balance.

| Workout | Equipment Needed | Difficulty Level | Reps/Sets | Calories Burned | |-------------------------|---------------------|----------------------|------------------------|----------------------| | Bodyweight Squats | None | Beginner | 3 sets of 15-20 reps | 100-150 | | Push-Ups | None | Intermediate | 3 sets of 10-15 reps | 120-180 | | Plank to Shoulder Tap | None | Intermediate | 3 sets of 10 taps/side | 80-120 | | Lunges | None | Beginner to Intermediate | 3 sets of 10-12 reps/leg | 100-150 | | Glute Bridges | None | Beginner | 3 sets of 15-20 reps | 80-120 | | Dumbbell Deadlifts | Dumbbells | Intermediate | 3 sets of 10-12 reps | 150-200 | | Burpees | None | Advanced | 3 sets of 8-10 reps | 200-300 | | Resistance Band Rows | Resistance band | Intermediate | 3 sets of 12-15 reps | 100-150 | | Mountain Climbers | None | Intermediate | 3 sets of 30 seconds | 120-180 | | Yoga Flow | Yoga mat (optional) | All Levels | 20-30 minutes | 100-200 |

These full-body workouts not only help build strength but can also be done in the comfort of your own home, making them perfect for busy professionals. For those looking for personalized guidance, consider HipTrain's affordable live 1-on-1 video personal training sessions. Our certified trainers will tailor workouts to your specific needs and schedule, ensuring you get the most out of your fitness journey. Plus, HipTrain is HSA/FSA approved for eligible expenses.