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Beginner At Home Full-Body Resistance Workout

31 min
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8 exercises

Time to work! This beginner at-home full-body resistance workout uses no equipment but brings some seriously challenging exercises. Make sure you warm up properly before diving in — your body will thank you. Get toned, burn fat, and feel the full-body resistance!

Knee Push-ups exercise illustration
Knee Push-ups
2 sets
30 secs
30 sec rest
Negatives push ups! Only focus on lowering your body nice and slowly here!
0:30 rest
Static Squat Hold exercise illustration
Static Squat Hold
2 sets
30 secs
30 sec rest
Hold it steady! Aim for that nice 90-degree angle at the knee.
0:30 rest
Plank to Push-Up exercise illustration
Plank to Push-Up
3 sets
30 secs
60 sec rest
Get into a plank and then push that body all the way back up again!
0:30 rest
Air Squats exercise illustration
Air Squats
3 sets
30 secs
60 sec rest
Hit a full squat with each rep (dropping the hips below the knee line). Take your time with these.
0:30 rest
Bench Tricep Dips exercise illustration
Bench Tricep Dips
3 sets
30 secs
60 sec rest
Aim to have your legs straight out with these. You\'re ready!
0:30 rest
Hip Raises exercise illustration
Hip Raises
3 sets
30 secs
60 sec rest
Control your balance and hold the top portion for a full second while tensing your glutes.
0:30 rest
Side Plank exercise illustration
Side Plank
2 sets
30 secs
45 sec rest
Hold each side once for 30 seconds!
0:30 rest
Plank exercise illustration
Plank
2 sets
30 secs
45 sec rest
Full planks, easy!

About this workout

Beginner At Home Full-Body Resistance Workout is a free 31 min workout plan with 8 illustrated exercises for your abs, arms, chest and legs. Follow the workout online, save it to your WorkoutLabs Fit account or download it as a printable PDF.

Tap any exercise in the workout to see the muscles worked, clear exercise illustrations and step-by-step instructions. Each workout includes sets, reps, rest times and notes so you can follow the plan without guessing.

Workout details

  • Duration: 31 min
  • Exercises: 8
  • Training focus: Abs, arms, chest and legs
  • Equipment: NO EQUIPMENT
  • Level: Beginner
  • Format: Interactive workout and printable PDF

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Questions about this workout

What equipment do I need for this workout?

No equipment is needed – every exercise in this workout uses your own bodyweight, so you can do it at home or anywhere.

How long does the Beginner At Home Full-Body Resistance Workout take?

The full workout takes about 31 minutes, covering 8 exercises with prescribed sets, reps and rest periods. Using the built-in timers and auto-advance keeps you on pace from start to finish.

Is this workout suitable for my fitness level?

Yes – this is a beginner-friendly workout. Every exercise includes an illustration and step-by-step instructions, so you can learn proper form as you go. Start with lighter weights and focus on technique.

What muscles does this workout target?

This routine primarily works your chest, quadriceps, abs, shoulders, triceps, glutes & hip flexors. Tap any exercise in the workout to see a muscle diagram showing exactly which primary and secondary muscles it activates.

How often should I do this workout?

For get toned, lose fat, aim to do this workout 2–3 times per week with at least one rest day between sessions. Progress by gradually adding weight or reps, and pair it with workouts for other muscle groups during the week.

Can I download or save this workout?

Yes – you can download this workout as a free printable PDF using the download button, or save it to a free WorkoutLabs Fit account to follow it on your phone, customize the exercises and track your progress.

Beginner At Home Full-Body Resistance Workout
31 min
 · 
8 exercises
Time to work! This beginner at-home full-body resistance workout uses no equipment but brings some seriously challenging exercises. Make sure you warm up properly before diving in — your body will thank you. Get toned, burn fat, and feel the full-body resistance!
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Knee Push-ups
Knee Push-ups exercise illustration
2 sets
30 secs
30 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
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Negatives push ups! Only focus on lowering your body nice and slowly here!
Primary muscle group(s):
Chest
Secondary:
Abs, Shoulders, Triceps
  1. Come to the ground on your knees. Tighten your core and maintain a flat back.
  2. Position your hands on the ground in front of you, directly below your shoulders. Cross your feet in the back.
  3. Lower your chest towards the ground. Bend your elbows at a 60-degree angle until your chest is just above the ground. You should feel a stretch across your chest. Hold for a count of one.
  4. Without locking your elbows, push yourself back to the starting position by straightening your arms.
Primary muscle group(s):
Chest
Secondary:
Abs, Shoulders, Triceps
  1. Place a pair of dumbbells on the floor. Lie on your back in between the dumbbells. Bend your knees and move your feet towards your butt.
  2. Grab the dumbbells and hold them above you. Allow your upper arms to remain on the floor. Begin the movement by pushing the dumbbells over your chest. Pause at the top and squeeze your chest muscles.
  3. Slowly bring the weights down to the starting position, allowing your arms to rest for a brief moment before beginning the next repetition.
Primary muscle group(s):
Chest
Secondary:
Abs, Shoulders, Triceps
  1. Get into position by placing your hands flat on the floor, directly below your shoulders.
  2. Extend your legs out behind you, with only your toes and balls of your feet touching the floor.
  3. Hold your body up and keep your back straight by tightening your abdominal muscles.
  4. Your neck and head should be bent slightly back.
  5. Lower your chest towards the ground by bending your elbows until your chest is just above the ground or you feel a stretching of your chest and shoulders. Hold for a count of one.
  6. Press upwards from your chest and shoulders, straightening your arms as you return to the starting position. Hold for a count of one.
  7. Repeat.
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Static Squat Hold
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Static Squat Hold
Static Squat Hold exercise illustration
2 sets
30 secs
30 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
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Hold it steady! Aim for that nice 90-degree angle at the knee.
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Abs, Calves, Hamstrings
  1. Place your feet at shoulder-width or just outside of shoulder-width. Turn your toes out slightly. Brace your core and keep your chest up.
  2. Swing your arms up to shoulder level as you slowly bend your knees and push your hips backward. Lower yourself until your thighs are parallel with the ground.
  3. Pause and stay in this position for as long as you can. Return to the starting position by dropping your arms and push your hips forward.
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Quadriceps
Secondary:
Abs, Calves, Hamstrings
  1. Stand tall against a wall with your head and back touching the wall.
  2. Position your feet so that they are shoulder-width apart and a few inches away from the wall.
  3. Rest your arms at your sides.
  4. Bend your knees and lower into a squat position until your thighs are parallel to the floor and hold the position
  5. Return to starting position by straightening your knees and standing tall again.
Rest
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Plank to Push-Up
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Plank to Push-Up
Plank to Push-Up exercise illustration
3 sets
30 secs
60 sec rest
Set 1 of 3
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Get into a plank and then push that body all the way back up again!
Primary muscle group(s):
Abs, Shoulders
  1. Start in the plank position with your elbows shoulder-width apart.
  2. Press yourself up from the floor one arm at a time into a push-up, maintaining your body in a straight line.
  3. Slowly return to the starting plank position the same way, one arm at a time.
  4. Repeat the movement alternating sides.
Primary muscle group(s):
Abs
  1. Lock yourself in the plank position ensuring that your body forms a straight line from shoulders to heels.
  2. Bring your feet together and simultaneously transfer your weight onto your left arm.
  3. Allow your feet to slowly tip over as your body rolls into a side plank in a controlled fashion.
  4. Reverse the motion back to the full plank before transferring to your right side.
Primary muscle group(s):
Abs
  1. Get into a face down position on the floor supporting your upper body on your forearms. Your elbows should be bent at 90 degrees.
  2. Extend your legs straight out behind you, supporting them on your toes and balls of your feet.
  3. Keep your body in a straight line by tightening your abdominal and oblique muscles.
  4. Hold for as long as possible.

For extra balance training and core strengthening, you can lift one arm or leg.

Rest
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Air Squats
Next
Air Squats
Air Squats exercise illustration
3 sets
30 secs
60 sec rest
Set 1 of 3
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Hit a full squat with each rep (dropping the hips below the knee line). Take your time with these.
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Abs, Hamstrings
  1. Place your feet at shoulder width apart while keeping your chest up and your abdominals braced.
  2. Begin the movement by swinging your arms up towards your shoulders. At the same time, bend at the knees and drive your hips back like you’re sitting in a chair.
  3. Once your upper thighs are parallel with the ground, pause, then drive your hips forward to return to the starting position.
Rest
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Bench Tricep Dips
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Bench Tricep Dips
Bench Tricep Dips exercise illustration
3 sets
30 secs
60 sec rest
Set 1 of 3
Rest before next set
Get ready
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Aim to have your legs straight out with these. You\'re ready!
Primary muscle group(s):
Triceps
Secondary:
Shoulders
  1. Sit on a chair with your hands either next to your hips or slightly under the hips.
  2. Lift up onto your hands and bring your hips forward.
  3. Bend your elbows and lower your hips down, keeping shoulders down and hips close to the chair.
  4. Push back up but don’t lock your elbows and repeat.
Primary muscle group(s):
Triceps
Secondary:
Upper Back & Lower Traps
  1. Holding a pair of water bottles with an overhand grip, stand tall with your chest up and core braced. Bend at the hips while keeping your back completely flat.
  2. Once your upper body is parallel with the floor, bring your upper arms to your sides. Begin by pushing the water bottles back and behind you.
  3. Pause at the top of the movement and feel the contraction in your triceps. Slowly lower the water bottles and begin again.
Rest
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Hip Raises
Next
Hip Raises
Hip Raises exercise illustration
3 sets
30 secs
60 sec rest
Set 1 of 3
Rest before next set
Get ready
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Control your balance and hold the top portion for a full second while tensing your glutes.
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings
Secondary:
Abs, Lower Back
  1. Lie on an exercise mat with your knees bent so that your feet are flat on the floor. Keep your back straight.
  2. Place your hands out to your sides palms flat for stability.
  3. Raise your glutes off the floor by extending your hips upward while pushing down through you heels.
  4. Continue until your back, hips and thighs are in a straight line. Hold for a count of one.
  5. Return to the start position by lowering your hips back to the floor.
  6. Pause then repeat.
Rest
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next up
Side Plank
Next
Side Plank
Side Plank exercise illustration
2 sets
30 secs
45 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
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Hold each side once for 30 seconds!
Primary muscle group(s):
Obliques
Secondary:
Abs
  1. Lie on your side on an exercise mat.
  2. Fully extend your legs with one resting on top of the other.
  3. Fully extend the top arm down the side of your body.
  4. Bend the arm at floor level to 90 degrees. Your upper arm should be parallel to your body, while your forearm is at 90 degrees. This is the start position.
  5. Lift your body off the ground and balance on your forearm and the side of your foot, while keeping your body in a straight line.
  6. Contract your abdominal muscles and relax your shoulders.
  7. Continue breathing throughout the whole exercise.
  8. Hold this position for as long as you can.
  9. Relax and change sides.
  10. Repeat.
Rest
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Plank
Next
Plank
Plank exercise illustration
2 sets
30 secs
45 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Full planks, easy!
Primary muscle group(s):
Abs
  1. Get into a face down position on the floor supporting your upper body on your forearms. Your elbows should be bent at 90 degrees.
  2. Extend your legs straight out behind you, supporting them on your toes and balls of your feet.
  3. Keep your body in a straight line by tightening your abdominal and oblique muscles.
  4. Hold for as long as possible.

For extra balance training and core strengthening, you can lift one arm or leg.

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