Denise Austin’s Trim & Tone: Full Body | 10-MIN
Lower body: Legs (quads, hamstrings, calves)
Core: Abs and obliques
There are two main benefits to full body workouts:
Efficiency: They allow you to train your entire body in a single session, which can be ideal if you’re short on time.
Balance: They help ensure you develop a well-rounded physique and improve overall fitness.
Here are some things to consider when creating a full body workout:
Exercise selection: Choose exercises that work multiple muscle groups at once, like squats, lunges, push-ups, rows, and planks. You can also incorporate isolation exercises to target specific muscle groups.
Sets and reps: Aim for 2-3 sets of 8-12 repetitions for each exercise. This rep range is effective for building muscle and strength.
Rest: Take short rest periods (30-60 seconds) between sets to keep your heart rate up and maximize calorie burn.
Warm-up and cool-down: Always include a proper warm-up before your workout to prepare your muscles and a cool-down afterward to aid recovery.
Here’s a sample full body workout routine you can try (modify weights or reps based on your fitness level):
Warm-up: 5-10 minutes of light cardio (e.g., jogging, jumping jacks) and dynamic stretches
Squats (3 sets of 10 reps)
Push-ups (3 sets of as many reps as possible)
Rows (3 sets of 10 reps per side)
Rest for 1 minute
Lunges (3 sets of 8 reps per leg)
Overhead press (3 sets of 10 reps)
Plank (3 sets of 30-60 seconds hold)
Rest for 1 minute
Bicep curls (3 sets of 12 reps)
Tricep extensions (3 sets of 12 reps)
Side plank (3 sets of 30-60 seconds hold per side)
Cool-down: 5-10 minutes of static stretches
Remember, this is just a sample, and you can adjust the exercises, sets, reps, and rest periods to fit your needs and goals. You can find many full body workout routines online or in fitness apps.
Here are some additional tips for full body workouts:
Listen to your body: Don’t push yourself too hard, especially if you’re new to exercise. Take rest days when needed.
Focus on form: It’s more important to use proper form than lift heavy weights. Improper form can lead to injury.
Gradually increase intensity: As you get stronger, you can gradually increase the weight, sets, or reps you do for each exercise.
Make it fun: Choose exercises you enjoy to stay motivated with your workouts.
I hope this helps!