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Before starting any new workout routine,
it's important to consult with a healthcare
professional, especially if you have any pre-existing
health conditions. Once you get the green light, here's
a beginner-friendly 7-day resistance training plan. This
plan targets different muscle groups on different days
and includes both compound and isolation exercises.
Day 1: Full Body Workout
Squats (Bodyweight): 3 sets of 10-12 reps
Push-ups: 3 sets of 10-12 reps
Bent-over Rows (using light dumbbells or resistance
bands): 3 sets of 10-12 reps
Plank: 3 sets, hold for 30 seconds to 1 minute
Day 2: Rest or Light Cardio
Day 3: Lower Body
Lunges (Bodyweight or with Dumbbells): 3 sets of 12
reps per leg
Leg Press (Machine or Bodyweight): 3 sets of 12 reps
Calf Raises: 3 sets of 15 reps
Seated Leg Curl (if available): 3 sets of 10-12 reps
Day 4: Rest or Light Cardio
Day 5: Upper Body
Dumbbell Bench Press or Push-ups: 3 sets of 10-12
reps
Lat Pulldowns (using machine or resistance bands): 3
sets of 10-12 reps
Overhead Dumbbell Press: 3 sets of 10-12 reps
Tricep Dips (using a bench or chair): 3 sets of 12 reps
Day 6: Rest or Light Cardio
Day 7: Core and Stability
Plank variations (side plank, forearm plank): 3 sets,
hold for 30 seconds to 1 minute each
Russian Twists: 3 sets of 20 twists (10 per side)
Bicycle Crunches: 3 sets of 15-20 reps
Superman (Back Extension): 3 sets of 12 reps
Remember to warm up before each session with light
cardio and dynamic stretches. Cool down with static
stretches after your workouts. Start with weights that
challenge you but allow you to maintain proper form.
As you progress, you can gradually increase the
intensity by adding more weight or adjusting
repetitions.
Always listen to your body, and if you experience pain
(not to be confused with the normal discomfort
associated with exercise), it's crucial to rest and
possibly consult a fitness professional.