Beginner 5-Day Workout Plan
- J Prince
- Feb 11
- 1 min read
Goal: Build strength, endurance, and confidence in the gym while maintaining proper form and avoiding injury.Equipment Needed: Body-weight, dumbbells, resistance bands, and basic gym machines.
Day | Workout Focus | Exercises (Reps & Sets) | Notes |
Monday | Full-Body Strength | - Squats (3x10) - Dumbbell Press (3x10) - Lat Pulldown (3x10) - Dumbbell Rows (3x10) - Plank (3x30 sec) | Focus on proper form, use light weights to start |
Tuesday | Cardio & Core | - 20-30 min brisk walk/jog - Bicycle Crunches (3x15) - Russian Twists (3x15) - Leg Raises (3x12) - Jump Rope (3x1 min) | Keep intensity moderate; listen to your body |
Wednesday | Lower Body & Glutes | - Bodyweight Squats (3x12) - Deadlifts (3x10) - Leg Press (3x10) - Calf Raises (3x12) - Glute Bridges (3x15) | Engage core, maintain good posture |
Thursday | Upper Body & Arms | - Shoulder Press (3x10) - Bicep Curls (3x12) - Triceps Dips (3x12) - Bent-over Rows (3x10) - Push-ups (3x10) | Use manageable weights and focus on slow, controlled movements |
Friday | Active Recovery & Mobility | - Light yoga/stretching (20 min) - Foam Rolling - Light Walk (20 min) | Keep movements gentle and focus on flexibility |
Additional Tips:
✅ Warm-up (5-10 min) before every session with dynamic stretches and light cardio.
✅ Cool down (5 min) after workouts with static stretching.
✅ Listen to your body – modify or take rest days if needed.
✅ Stay consistent – progress comes with time!
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