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Weight Loss & Wellness for Women 35+
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Beginner Bodyweight Strength Circuit
About this workout
A progressive beginner-friendly strength circuit using only your bodyweight. It helps build foundational strength in the legs, glutes, core, arms and back without needing dumbbells or machines. Perfect if you are restarting fitness after a break or building confidence before moving to weighted workouts.
Hormone Science
Strength training supports insulin sensitivity and lean muscle retention, both of which are important for sustainable weight management, especially after 35.
What you'll gain
- Builds lean muscle without equipment
- Improves insulin sensitivity and metabolic health
- Strengthens legs, glutes, arms and core together
- Helps beginners prepare for dumbbell or resistance-band training
The workout
| Exercise | Sets | Reps / Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Marching Warm-up |
1 | 3 min | Easy march with shoulder rolls and deep breathing |
Chair Squat |
3 | 12 | Sit back to chair level, stand tall and squeeze glutes |
Wall Push-up |
3 | 10–12 | Hands on wall, body straight, controlled movement |
Reverse Lunge Tap |
3 | 8 each leg | Step back gently and tap instead of deep lunge |
Glute Bridge |
3 | 12 | Lift hips, pause at top, avoid arching lower back |
Bird Dog |
3 | 8 each side | Opposite arm and leg extension for core stability |
Standing Side Leg Lift |
2 | 12 each side | Hold chair if needed, slow and controlled |
Cool-down Stretch |
1 | 4 min | Stretch quads, chest, hips and calves |
Pro tips
- Move slowly; bodyweight strength works best when controlled.
- Use a chair or wall for support whenever needed.
- Repeat this circuit 3 days per week before progressing.
Pair this workout with
Today's nutrition tip
Include 20–30g protein within 1–2 hours after training. Simple options include eggs, paneer, tofu, lentils, chicken, fish or Greek yogurt.
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