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**7-Day Beginner-Friendly Bodyweight Strength Training Plan**
**Goal:** To build a foundation of strength and improve overall fitness using only bodyweight exercises. This plan is designed for beginners and requires no equipment. Focus on proper form over speed to prevent injuries and maximize results.
**Important Considerations:**
* Listen to your body. If you experience pain, stop and rest.
* Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day.
* Eat a balanced diet to fuel your workouts and support muscle recovery.
* Consistency is key. Stick to the plan as closely as possible for optimal results.
* Rest days are important for muscle recovery and growth. Don’t skip them.
**Day 1: Foundation Builder**
**Workout Name:** Core Activation & Full Body Introduction
**Warm-up (5 minutes):**
* Arm circles (forward and backward): 10 repetitions each direction
* Leg swings (forward and backward): 10 repetitions each leg
* Torso twists: 10 repetitions each side
* High knees: 20 repetitions
* Butt kicks: 20 repetitions
**Main Workout (30 minutes):**
* **Plank:** Hold for 30 seconds. Rest for 30 seconds. Repeat 3 times.
* **Bodyweight Squats:** 10 repetitions. Rest for 30 seconds. Repeat 3 times.
* **Incline Push-ups (using a wall or elevated surface):** 10 repetitions. Rest for 30 seconds. Repeat 3 times.
* **Glute Bridges:** 15 repetitions. Rest for 30 seconds. Repeat 3 times.
* **Bird Dog:** 10 repetitions per side. Rest for 30 seconds. Repeat 3 times.
**Cool-down (5 minutes):**
* Static stretching: Hold each stretch for 30 seconds.
* Hamstring stretch (seated, reach for toes)
* Quadriceps stretch (standing, grab foot and pull towards glutes)
* Triceps stretch (reach one arm overhead and bend at the elbow, using the other hand to gently pull the elbow closer to the head)
* Shoulder stretch (cross one arm across the body and use the other arm to gently pull it closer)
**Day 2: Cardio & Lower Body Focus**
**Workout Name:** Cardio Burst & Leg Day
**Warm-up (5 minutes):**
* Jumping jacks: 30 repetitions
* Arm circles (forward and backward): 10 repetitions each direction
* Walking lunges: 10 repetitions each leg
* Ankle rotations: 10 repetitions each ankle
**Main Workout (30 minutes):**
* **Jumping Jacks:** 30 seconds. Rest for 30 seconds. Repeat 3 times.
* **High Knees:** 30 seconds. Rest for 30 seconds. Repeat 3 times.
* **Butt Kicks:** 30 seconds. Rest for 30 seconds. Repeat 3 times.
* **Bodyweight Squats:** 15 repetitions. Rest for 30 seconds. Repeat 3 times.
* **Walking Lunges:** 10 repetitions per leg. Rest for 30 seconds. Repeat 3 times.
* **Calf Raises:** 20 repetitions. Rest for 30 seconds. Repeat 3 times.
**Cool-down (5 minutes):**
* Static stretching: Hold each stretch for 30 seconds.
* Calf stretch (leaning against a wall with one leg extended back)
* Quadriceps stretch (standing, grab foot and pull towards glutes)
* Hamstring stretch (seated, reach for toes)
* Hip flexor stretch (kneeling lunge position, gently push hips forward)
**Day 3: Rest**
* Take a complete rest day. Focus on recovery and light activities like walking or stretching.
**Day 4: Upper Body & Core Challenge**
**Workout Name:** Push & Pull Power
**Warm-up (5 minutes):**
* Arm circles (forward and backward): 10 repetitions each direction
* Shoulder shrugs: 10 repetitions
* Wrist rotations: 10 repetitions each wrist
* Cat-cow stretch: 10 repetitions
**Main Workout (30 minutes):**
* **Incline Push-ups (using a wall or elevated surface):** 12 repetitions. Rest for 30 seconds.
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