This Beginner Bodyweight Metabolic Workout is essentially a no-equipment workout, you will however need access to some kind of bench for the triceps dips however you can easily use the sofa or bed instead.
Excellent for an at-home workout, designed for beginners, it’s great for getting started with your fitness journey.
The metabolic part of the workout name simply means that it gets the heart going and feels a little cardio without doing too much cardio. The workout utilises compound bodyweight exercises to create the metabolic aspect of the workout combined with some light cardio style exercises such as star jumps and heel flicks.
Tips:
- Perfomr each exercise slow and under control, 2 seconds down, 2 seconds up.
- Rest for 30 seconds between sets and exercises
- Remeber to breath, do not hold your breath
Beginner Bodyweight Metabolic Workout Table
| Number | Exercise | Set & Reps |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Star Jumps | 2 x 18 |
| 2 | Squat | 2 x 18 |
| 3 | Forward Lunge (with a hop back) | 2 x 18 |
| 4 | Spotty Dogs | 2 x 18 |
| 5 | Half Press | 2 x 18 |
| 6 | Heel Flicks | 2 x 18 |
| 7 | Triceps Dips | 2 x 18 |