Best Home Workouts for Minimal Equipment 2025

Updated January 2026

In 2025, home workouts continue to rise in popularity, especially for those looking to stay fit with minimal equipment. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned fitness enthusiast, there are numerous effective exercises you can perform at home without investing in a lot of gear. Here’s a list of the best home workouts for minimal equipment that can help you stay in shape while saving time and money.

1. Bodyweight Squats

• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Beginner
• Calories Burned: 100 calories per 30 minutes
• Reps/Sets: 3 sets of 15-20 reps

Workout Table: | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Duration | |------------------|------|-------|--------------| | Bodyweight Squats| 3 | 15-20 | 15-20 minutes|

2. Push-Ups

• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Calories Burned: 150 calories per 30 minutes
• Reps/Sets: 3 sets of 10-15 reps

Workout Table: | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Duration | |------------|------|------|--------------| | Push-Ups | 3 | 10-15| 10-15 minutes|

3. Plank

• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Beginner to Advanced
• Calories Burned: 120 calories per 30 minutes
• Duration: 30-60 seconds per set, 3 sets

Workout Table: | Exercise | Sets | Duration | |----------|------|--------------| | Plank | 3 | 30-60 seconds|

4. Lunges

• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Calories Burned: 100 calories per 30 minutes
• Reps/Sets: 3 sets of 10-12 reps per leg

Workout Table: | Exercise | Sets | Reps (per leg) | Duration | |----------|------|----------------|--------------| | Lunges | 3 | 10-12 | 15-20 minutes|

5. Mountain Climbers

• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Calories Burned: 200 calories per 30 minutes
• Duration: 30 seconds on, 30 seconds off, 4 rounds

Workout Table: | Exercise | Rounds | Duration | |--------------------|--------|----------------| | Mountain Climbers | 4 | 30 seconds on/off|

6. Burpees

• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Advanced
• Calories Burned: 240 calories per 30 minutes
• Reps/Sets: 3 sets of 8-10 reps

Workout Table: | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Duration | |----------|------|------|--------------| | Burpees | 3 | 8-10 | 10-15 minutes|

7. Glute Bridges

• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Beginner
• Calories Burned: 90 calories per 30 minutes
• Reps/Sets: 3 sets of 15-20 reps

Workout Table: | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Duration | |------------------|------|-------|--------------| | Glute Bridges | 3 | 15-20 | 10-15 minutes|

8. Jumping Jacks

• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Beginner
• Calories Burned: 150 calories per 30 minutes
• Duration: 30 seconds on, 30 seconds off, 4 rounds

Workout Table: | Exercise | Rounds | Duration | |------------------|--------|----------------| | Jumping Jacks | 4 | 30 seconds on/off|

9. Chair Dips

• Equipment Needed: Sturdy chair or low table
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Calories Burned: 100 calories per 30 minutes
• Reps/Sets: 3 sets of 10-15 reps

Workout Table: | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Duration | |------------|------|------|--------------| | Chair Dips | 3 | 10-15| 10-15 minutes|

10. High Knees

• Equipment Needed: None
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Calories Burned: 200 calories per 30 minutes
• Duration: 30 seconds on, 30 seconds off, 4 rounds

Workout Table: | Exercise | Rounds | Duration | |-------------|--------|----------------| | High Knees | 4 | 30 seconds on/off|

Why Choose HipTrain for Your Home Workouts?

While these exercises can be effective, personalized coaching can take your fitness journey to the next level. At HipTrain, we offer affordable live 1-on-1 video personal training sessions tailored to your needs. Our certified personal trainers provide flexibility for busy professionals and are HSA/FSA approved for eligible expenses.

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