This full-body workout is ultra-effective in getting you fit and lean.
The best part is, you’re able to take it outside.
I’ve coached many group fitness classes outdoors over my years as a trainer.
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I can safely say that you might get in great shape throughbodyweight workoutsalone, wherever you happen to be.
The following is my favorite full-body workout to slim down this spring.
Perform each exercise for the repetitions assigned, rest for one minute, then move to the next exercise.
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Repeat for three to five total rounds.
Read on to learn all about thistotal-body workoutthat’ll get you in great shape this spring.
And next, be sure to check outThe #1 Bodyweight Workout To Shrink Hanging Belly Fat.
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Planks
Planks are a great core stabilization exercise to include in your bodyweight workout.
Keep your core and glutes engaged throughout the set.
Keep your core engaged and your spine neutral.
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Hold this position for 30 to 60 seconds.
For this workout, we will do alternating lunges in place.
To perform lunges, begin with your feet shoulder-width distance apart.
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Take a deep step forward with one foot.
Lower your back knee toward the ground.
Push through your front foot to return to the starting position.
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Repeat on one side, then on the other, for 15 repetitions each.
you’re free to decrease the difficulty by placing your knees on the ground.
you’re free to increase the difficulty by bringing your hands closer together or elevating your feet.
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Keeping your core engaged, lower your body down until your chest touches the ground.
Push through both hands to raise your body back up.
Repeat for five to 15 repetitions or failure.
Squats
No great full-body workout is complete without squats.
Bend your knees while pushing them outward, and hinge your hips to lower into a squat position.
Aim to reach a depth where your thighs are parallel to the floor.
Push through both feet to stand back up.
Repeat for 15 to 20 repetitions.
To perform burpees, begin standing up with your feet shoulder-width distance apart.
Lower your body down into a quarter squat position.
Then, jump up, reaching overhead.
As you land, absorb the force with a squat.
Jump your feet back into a plank position.
Immediately bounce your feet back to your hands.
Explode upward into the next repetition.
Repeat for 10 repetitions.
you’re free to perform them quickly with rhythm or slow and steady with control.
Each method has its benefits.
I recommend going slow if you are new to this exercise.
To perform mountain climbers, start in a pushup position with your hands placed shoulder-width distance apart.
Bring one knee toward your chest.
Jump, and switch legs.
Repeat for 30 total repetitions.
