Intermediate 4-Day Circuit Workout

This 4-day plan covers a full-body workout with no weights, designed for intermediate fitness levels. Each session lasts 30-40 minutes. Perform each day as a circuit: complete exercises in sequence with 10-20 seconds rest between, rest 1-2 minutes after each round. Aim for 3-4 rounds. Include a 5-minute warm-up (march in place, arm circles, leg swings) and 3-5 minute cool-down (walk, stretch).

Guidelines

  • Reps: 10-15 per exercise or 20-30 seconds for holds/timed moves.
  • Form: Focus on control to prevent injury.
  • Rest Days: Schedule between workout days (e.g., Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun).
  • Progression: Increase reps, reduce rest, or add pauses at peak tension as you advance.

Day 1: Upper Body Emphasis (~35 min)

Focus: Chest, Back, Shoulders, Arms

  • Push-Ups: Standard or diamond for triceps. (10-15 reps)
  • Superman Holds: Lie face down, lift arms/legs. (20-30 sec)
  • Pike Push-Ups: Shoulder press alternative. (10-15 reps)
  • Tricep Dips: Use chair or floor, legs extended. (10-15 reps)
  • Arm Circles: Big circles, forward then backward. (15 reps each)
  • Plank Shoulder Taps: High plank, alternate taps. (20-30 sec)

Circuit: 3-4 rounds.

Day 2: Lower Body Emphasis (~30 min)

Focus: Legs, Glutes, Calves

  • Bodyweight Squats: Deep or add jump for plyo. (10-15 reps)
  • Lunges: Alternating forward, step back for variety. (10-15 reps/leg)
  • Glute Bridges: Single-leg for challenge. (10-15 reps/leg)
  • Calf Raises: Slow, hold at top. (15 reps)
  • Wall Sit: Thighs parallel to ground. (20-30 sec)
  • Mountain Climbers: Fast for cardio. (30 sec)

Circuit: 3 rounds.

Day 3: Core Emphasis (~35 min)

Focus: Abs, Obliques, Back

  • Bicycle Crunches: Knee-to-elbow twists. (10-15 reps/side)
  • Plank Variations: Forearm plank with hip dips. (20-30 sec)
  • Russian Twists: Seated, twist side-to-side. (15 reps/side)
  • Leg Raises: Lying, lift legs to 90°. (10-15 reps)
  • Bird-Dog: Extend opposite arm/leg. (10-15 reps/side)
  • Burpees: No-push-up for core focus. (10-15 reps)

Circuit: 4 rounds.

Day 4: Total-Body Integration (~40 min)

Focus: Full Body + Cardio

  • Burpee to Squat: Burpee into squat hold. (10-15 reps)
  • Push-Up to Plank Jack: Push-up, jump feet wide in plank. (10-15 reps)
  • Reverse Lunges with Knee Drive: Lunge back, drive knee up. (10-15 reps/leg)
  • Superman to Cobra: Lift into back extension, hold. (20-30 sec)
  • High Knees: Fast, in place. (30 sec)
  • V-Ups: Sit-up, reach for toes. (10-15 reps)

Circuit: 3-4 rounds.

You’re set to crush it! Track progress, stay consistent, and adjust intensity as needed. Hydrate, recover, and keep pushing!