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Beginner Full Body Workout
A simple full-body workout that teaches the basic movement patterns without burying beginners in volume.
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Beginner
Someone new to lifting who wants a clear first program with a little bit of everything.
Dumbbell, Bodyweight, Machine
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3 days / week
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Warm-up guidance
Start with 5 minutes of light cardio, then do one easy warm-up set before each main lift.
Progression guidance
When every set feels smooth at the top of the rep range, add a small amount of weight the next session.
What this workout includes.
Use the table below to see each exercise, how it is organized, and the basic set, rep, and rest guidance.
Main Session
6 exercises| Exercise | Section | Sets | Reps | Rest | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goblet Squat | Main work | 3 | 8-10 | 1 min 30 sec | Use a controlled descent and pause briefly at the bottom. |
| Dumbbell Bench Press | Main work | 3 | 8-10 | 1 min 30 sec | Keep your feet planted and press through the full range. |
| Bodyweight Mid Row | Main work | 3 | 8-12 | 1 min 30 sec | Adjust the bar height so every rep stays clean. |
| Dumbbell Shoulder Press | Accessories | 2-3 | 10-12 | 1 min 15 sec | Stop each rep before your lower back overextends. |
| Romanian Deadlift | Accessories | 2-3 | 8-10 | 1 min 30 sec | Keep the bar or dumbbells close to your legs. |
| Plank | Core | 3 | 20-40 sec | 45 sec | Brace hard and keep your ribs stacked over your hips. |
Simple swaps if you need another option.
These substitutions stay in the same general lane so you can adjust the workout without rebuilding it from scratch.
Goblet Squat
Dumbbell Bench Press
Bodyweight Mid Row
Dumbbell Shoulder Press
Romanian Deadlift
Plank
Learn the main movements before you run the template.
These exercise pages help you understand the lifts, machines, and accessories that show up most in this workout.
Bodyweight Mid Row
Bodyweight Mid Row is a intermediate strength that mainly trains your back using other.
View exerciseDumbbell Bench Press
Dumbbell Bench Press is a beginner strength that mainly trains your chest using dumbbell.
View exerciseDumbbell Shoulder Press
Dumbbell Shoulder Press is a intermediate strength that mainly trains your shoulders using dumbbell.
View exerciseGoblet Squat
Goblet Squat is a beginner strength that mainly trains your legs using kettlebell.
View exercisePlank
Plank is a beginner strength that mainly trains your core using bodyweight.
View exerciseRomanian Deadlift
Romanian Deadlift is a intermediate strength that mainly trains your legs using barbell.
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View workoutCommon questions about Beginner Full Body Workout.
Use these quick answers as a starting point, then compare the plan to your real schedule, equipment, and recovery.
Who is Beginner Full Body Workout best for?
Someone new to lifting who wants a clear first program with a little bit of everything.
How often should I run Beginner Full Body Workout?
This template is structured around about 3 training days per week.
Can I swap exercises in Beginner Full Body Workout?
Yes. The cleanest swaps are exercises that train the same main muscle group with similar equipment and a similar movement pattern.
How do I progress this workout over time?
When every set feels smooth at the top of the rep range, add a small amount of weight the next session.
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