Adding a 15-minute strength-training workout to your weekly exercise routine is a good way to build and improve muscle shape.
Melissa Boyd, a personal trainer certified by NASM and the head trainer at Tempo, says being consistent and purposeful is important to reach your health goals.
To get the most from a short workout, really pay attention to all the muscles you’re using each time you repeat an exercise. Make sure you’re doing it right.
By staying this focused and working hard, you can improve how your muscles look and your overall health in just 15 minutes.
What exercises should I do if I only have 15 minutes?
If you only have 15 minutes for a workout, it’s really important to use that time well with a good and quick exercise routine.
You can make the most of your short time by doing exercises that work many muscles at once.
To get a full workout, choose five different exercises such as squats, push-ups, deadlifts, triceps dips, and lunges. Do each for one minute. Do this whole set three times to fill up your 15 minutes.
As you get stronger and can last longer, you can add weights to these exercises to make your muscles work harder and keep growing.
You can also keep making your muscles work by doing different versions of these exercises. This will help you get the most from your workouts while keeping a good and effective routine.
Do I have to work out for 15 minutes every day to get results?
A lot of people wonder if they need to work out for 15 minutes every day to see changes.
Expert trainer Boyd says that it’s actually better to exercise four to five days a week. This gives your body the rest time it needs to get the best results.
When you’re trying to get stronger and have more energy, adding an extra 15-minute workout on some days, when you can, can be really helpful.
On your rest days, doing light exercises like stretching or going for a calm walk can help your muscles heal and keep up your overall fitness.
So, in the end, you don’t need to work out every day to see changes. Having a good mix of workout days and rest days will make your exercise routine better and last longer.
Do I Need Any Equipment For a 15-Minute Workout?
Some people might wonder if you need special equipment like dumbbells or resistance bands for a 15-minute workout, but you don’t have to use them.
Doing exercises that just use your bodyweight at home can give you a good and quick workout.
Even just 15 minutes of strength training can help you in many ways. It can make your metabolism, focus, mood, brain power, and bone strength better. Plus, it can help you get fitter overall.
But, if your main goal is to lose weight, you might need to work out for more time and start using weights in your exercises.
For example, doing regular 30-minute workouts with weights and cardio exercises could help you reach your weight-loss goals.
Also, on days when you’re really busy, you can do two 15-minute workouts instead of one 30-minute one. This can make your workouts more efficient and fit better into your packed schedule.
Remember, when it comes to working out, being consistent and determined are what will really help you succeed.
Hi, I'm Dave Moffat the founder and Chief Editor of steroidsourcetalk.com and certified International Personal Trainer and Certified Nutritionist. My passion has always been bodybuilding but with 15 years' experience in weight loss programs too, it's hard not to mention all that when you're working at your fitness level fullest (I hope). When Im not in the gym or spending time away from my family i often think about what advice would help others achieve theirs goals just like these inspired mine.
