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Senior Beginner Core Strength Without Weights

17 min
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7 exercises

A light senior core session targeting your lower back, abs, and glutes — no equipment needed! A strong core prevents injury and improves mobility and posture. This beginner-friendly workout delivers complete core strength for everyday life. Seniors, let\'s do it!

Hip Circles exercise illustration
Hip Circles
2 sets
15 secs
5 sec rest
Warm up! Spend 15 seconds circling in each direction to get loose.
0:30 rest
Seated Knee Lifts exercise illustration
Seated Knee Lifts
2 sets
30 secs
5 sec rest
Spend 30 seconds (per set) alternating your leg lifts here!
0:30 rest
Incline Planks exercise illustration
Incline Planks
2 sets
15 secs
30 sec rest
Our firs major exercise of the day! Hold that steady plank for the full 15 second if possible. An easier alternative is to perform this on a sturdy wall.
0:30 rest
Lying Single Leg Lifts exercise illustration
Lying Single Leg Lifts
2 sets
30 secs
60 sec rest
Alternate your legs for the full 30 seconds, but there\'s no need to rush through these. Then move straight on.
0:30 rest
Bird Dogs exercise illustration
Bird Dogs
2 sets
30 secs
60 sec rest
Again, no rush, just work through these reps before taking a short rest.
1:00 rest
Single Leg Hip Raises exercise illustration
Single Leg Hip Raises
2 sets
30 secs
30 sec rest
Spend 30 seconds per leg here, you\'re so close!
0:30 rest
Seated Lumbar Rotations exercise illustration
Seated Lumbar Rotations
2 sets
30 secs
15 sec rest
Rotate from side to side for 2 sets, then you\'re all done :D

About this workout

Senior Beginner Core Strength Without Weights is a free 17 min workout plan with 7 illustrated exercises for your core, hip, lower back and abs. Follow the workout online, save it to your WorkoutLabs Fit account or download it as a printable PDF.

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Workout details

  • Duration: 17 min
  • Exercises: 7
  • Training focus: Core, hip, lower back and abs
  • 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 Senior Beginner Core Strength Without Weights take?

The full workout takes about 17 minutes, covering 7 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 glutes & hip flexors, abs, shoulders, lower back. 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, increase endurance, 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.

Senior Beginner Core Strength Without Weights
17 min
 · 
7 exercises
A light senior core session targeting your lower back, abs, and glutes — no equipment needed! A strong core prevents injury and improves mobility and posture. This beginner-friendly workout delivers complete core strength for everyday life. Seniors, let\'s do it!
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Hip Circles
Hip Circles exercise illustration
2 sets
15 secs
5 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Warm up! Spend 15 seconds circling in each direction to get loose.
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors
Secondary:
Abs
  1. Stand tall with your chest up. Move your feet to shoulder-width apart. Place your hands on your hips.
  2. Begin the movement by shifting your hips to the left. Bring them forward and to the right in a circular motion. From the right, shift your hips back and to the left.
  3. Continue in this circular motion. Stop once to switch directions.
Rest
0:00
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Seated Knee Lifts
Next
Seated Knee Lifts
Seated Knee Lifts exercise illustration
2 sets
30 secs
5 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Spend 30 seconds (per set) alternating your leg lifts here!
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors
Secondary:
Abs
  1. Seat yourself comfortably on a solid chair, with your back straight and unsupported. Keep your feet planted about hip-width apart.
  2. Gently grip the chair seat under your thighs if this feels more comfortable for you.
  3. When ready, keeping your back straight, lift one knee bringing it towards your chest.
  4. Continue to lift until your foot is elevated about 6 – 10 inches from the ground (unless instructed otherwise) before slowly lowering back down to the starting position.
Rest
0:00
next up
Incline Planks
Next
Incline Planks
Incline Planks exercise illustration
2 sets
15 secs
30 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Our firs major exercise of the day! Hold that steady plank for the full 15 second if possible. An easier alternative is to perform this on a sturdy wall.
Primary muscle group(s):
Abs, Shoulders
Secondary:
Lower Back
  1. Using a stable bench or chair, lock yourself into the plank push-up position ensuring that your body forms a straight line from shoulders to heels.
  2. Keeping your neck in line with your body, make sure to keep your hands placed below your shoulders.
  3. Maintain a strong core and straight back for the specified duration.

Be sure to use a sturdy bench/chair

Rest
0:00
next up
Lying Single Leg Lifts
Next
Lying Single Leg Lifts
Lying Single Leg Lifts exercise illustration
2 sets
30 secs
60 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Alternate your legs for the full 30 seconds, but there\'s no need to rush through these. Then move straight on.
Primary muscle group(s):
Abs
Secondary:
Glutes & Hip Flexors
  1. Lie on a mat with your hands either by your sides or under your buttocks
  2. Gently raise one leg to about 12 inches off the ground
  3. Keep your abs engaged as you lower it back down to the ground
  4. Repeat with the other leg for the specified reps or time
Rest
0:00
next up
Bird Dogs
Next
Bird Dogs
Bird Dogs exercise illustration
2 sets
30 secs
60 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Again, no rush, just work through these reps before taking a short rest.
Primary muscle group(s):
Abs, Lower Back
Secondary:
Glutes & Hip Flexors
  1. Position yourself on all fours with knees underneath the hips and wrists under the shoulders.
  2. Engage your abs and keep your spine neutral, pulling the shoulder blades towards the hips.
  3. Lengthen the left leg until it is straight out and in line with your hips while simultaneously raising and straightening your right arm until it is parallel to the floor. Keep your head and shoulders aligned at all times.
  4. Gently lower your arm and leg back to the starting position and alternate with the other arm and leg.
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Upper Back & Lower Traps
Secondary:
Lower Back, Shoulders
    1. Lay on a yoga/exercise mat or towel with your arms outstretched, palms down in front of you, and your legs outstretched with your soles facing up.
    2. Simultaneously lift your right arm and left leg off the floor.
    3. When you reach your flexion point, hold for a second before slowly lowering back down to the floor.
    4. Repeat the same movement with your left arm and right leg.

 

 

 

Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors
Secondary:
Abs
  1. Position yourself on all fours on a mat.
  2. Position your hands underneath your shoulders and place your knees under your hips.
  3. Keep your right knee bent at 90 degrees and flex the foot as you lift the knee until it is level with the hip.
  4. Lower the knee without touching the floor and repeat the lift.
  5. Once you’ve completed the reps on the right leg, switch legs.
Rest
0:00
next up
Single Leg Hip Raises
Next
Single Leg Hip Raises
Single Leg Hip Raises exercise illustration
2 sets
30 secs
30 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Spend 30 seconds per leg here, you\'re so close!
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors
Secondary:
Abs, Hamstrings, Quadriceps
  1. Lie on an exercise mat with your knees bent so that your feet are flat on the floor.
  2. Raise one leg off the floor and bend your knee up towards your chest. Yhis is the start position.
  3. Perform the exercise by pushing down through your other heel and pushing your hips up, raising your glutes off the mat. Continue until your hips are in a straight line with your torso. Hold for a count of one.
  4. Return to the start position by lowering your hip to the floor.
  5. Complete all the repetitions for one set before changing legs.
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
0:00
next up
Seated Lumbar Rotations
Next
Seated Lumbar Rotations
Seated Lumbar Rotations exercise illustration
2 sets
30 secs
15 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Rotate from side to side for 2 sets, then you\'re all done :D
Primary muscle group(s):
Lower Back
Secondary:
Abs
  1. Seat yourself on a solid chair, with your back straight and unsupported. Keep your feet firmly planted on the ground at a comfortable width.
  2. Place your hands on your upper chest, crossed at the wrists.
  3. When ready, turn your body to one side while keeping your glutes in full contact with the chair, maintain an upright posture.
  4. Twist your body until you feel a light stretch in your lower back, hold, and then return to the starting position.

Do not over twist here, aim for a light stretch only

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