Hannalene R.
Dolor
BSED-PEAHM
WEEKLY EXERCISE PROGRAM
“Basic Cardio Workout for beginners”
Day 1: Cardio, Strength, and Stretch
Workout 1: 25-Minute Basic Cardio Workout
Type: Cardio
Length: 25 Minutes
Level: Beginner
Equipment Required: Any cardio machine
Workout 2: Basic Strength
Type: Strength Training
Length: 2 sets of each exercise, 10-20 Minutes
Level: Beginner
Equipment Required: Light dumbbells, an exercise ball or chair, and a mat.
Workout 3: Basic Stretch
Type: Flexibility
Length: 5 Minutes
Level: Beginner
Equipment Required: None.
Day 2: Walking and Stretch
Workout 1: Find at least 15 minutes for a brisk walk today.
Workout 2: Seated Stretch
Type: Flexibility
Length: 5-10 Minutes
Level: Beginner
Equipment Required: None.
Day 3: Cardio, Strength, and Stretch
Workout 1: Basic Intervals: This is similar to the basic cardio routine, but a slightly
shorter and more intense workout.
Type: Cardio
Length: 21 Minutes
Level: Beginner
Equipment Required: Any cardio machine
Hannalene R. Dolor
BSED-PEAHM
Workout 2: Basic Strength
Type: Strength Training
Length: 2 sets of each exercise, 10-20 Minutes
Level: Beginner
Equipment Required: Light dumbbells, an exercise ball or chair, and a mat.
Workout 3: Basic Stretch
Type: Flexibility
Length: 5 Minutes
Level: Beginner
Equipment Required: None.
Day 4: Active Rest
Play an active exergame such as Wii Fit or anything that gets you moving.
Do some crunches or pushups while you watch TV.
Turn off the TV early and stretch for a few minutes before bed.
Walk the dog for an extra 5 minutes.
Roll around on an exercise ball.
Day 5: Walking and Stretch
Workout 1: Find at least 15 minutes for a brisk walk today.
Workout 2: Seated Stretch
Type: Flexibility
Length: 5-10 Minutes
Level: Beginner
Equipment Required: None.
Day 6: Cardio, Strength, and Stretch
Workout 1: 25-Minute Cardio
Type: Cardio
Length: 25 Minutes
Level: Beginner
Hannalene R. Dolor
BSED-PEAHM
Equipment Required: Any cardio machine
Workout 2: Basic Strength
Type: Strength Training
Length: 2 sets of each exercise, 10-20 Minutes
Level: Beginner
Equipment Required: Light dumbbells, an exercise ball or chair, and a mat.
Workout 3: Basic Stretch
Type: Strength Training
Length: 5 Minutes
Level: Beginner
Equipment Required: None.