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Reddit's Bodyweight Fitness Primer

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Published on Oct 18, 2023
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14-day bodyweight training routine for absolute beginners new to fitness

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Reddit Bodyweight Fitness Primer (or BWF Primer for short) is a 14-day exercise routine for complete beginners looking to exercise and build a fitness habit. It was created by members of the Reddit community, specifically by Nick E (u/Captain_Nachos).

The BWF Primer provides a detailed day-by-day program over 2 weeks to help you get started with bodyweight fitness training, allowing you to start getting in shape, improve your physical fitness, and learn the fundamentals of resitance training.

Once you are done the Primer, you can start the full BWF Recommended Routine for free on Boostcamp.

It is highly recommended that you read the Detailed Program Guide.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

  • Level
    Beginner
  • Goal
    Bodyweight Fitness
  • Equipment
    At Home
  • Program Length
    2 weeks
  • Days Per Week
    7 days
  • Time Per Workout
    20 minutes
Muscle Engagement
Front
Back
MuscleSet
Chest
16.3%
Triceps
13%
Glutes
12.5%
Upper Back
11.8%
Front Delts
9.8%
Lats
9.4%
Other
9%
Quadriceps
5.4%
Hamstrings
4.9%
Biceps
4.7%
Adductors
2.2%
Abs
1.1%
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WEEK 1
WEEK 2
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Push-Ups (Incline)
5
5 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squats
2
5 reps
-
2
Glute Bridges
2
7 reps
-
3
Rows
2
9 reps
-
4
Push-Ups (Incline)
2
11 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Push-Ups (Incline)
5
6 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squats
2
6 reps
-
2
Glute Bridges
2
8 reps
-
3
Rows
2
10 reps
-
4
Push-Ups (Incline)
2
12 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Push-Ups (Incline)
4
7 reps
-
2
Rows
4
5 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Static Deadbug Holds
3
10 secs
-
2
Squats
2
7 reps
-
3
Glute Bridges
2
9 reps
-
4
Rows
2
11 reps
-
5
Push-Ups (Incline)
2
12 reps
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Rows
4
6 reps
-
2
Push-Ups (Incline)
4
8 reps
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Static Deadbug Holds
3
10 secs
-
2
Squats
2
8 reps
-
3
Glute Bridges
2
10 reps
-
4
Rows
2
12 reps
-
5
Push-Ups (Incline)
2
12 reps
-
Day 5
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Glute Bridges
3
5 reps
-
2
Rows
3
7 reps
-
3
Push-Ups (Incline)
3
9 reps
-
Day 5
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Static Birddog Holds
3
10 secs
-
2
Static Deadbug Holds
3
15 secs
-
3
Squats
2
8 reps
-
4
Glute Bridges
2
10 reps
-
5
Rows
2
12 reps
-
6
Push-Ups (Incline)
2
12 reps
-
Day 6
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Glute Bridges
3
6 reps
-
2
Rows
3
8 reps
-
3
Push-Ups (Incline)
3
10 reps
-
Day 6
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Static Birddog Holds
3
10 secs
-
2
Static Deadbug Holds
3
15 secs
-
3
Squats
2
9 reps
-
4
Glute Bridges
2
11 reps
-
5
Rows
2
12 reps
-
6
Push-Ups (Incline)
2
12 reps
-
Day 7
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Rest
1
1 reps
-
Day 7
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Rest
1
1 reps
-
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING(43 ratings)
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4.17 / 5
Jhames carlo CuriosoAge 18, Man
15 hours ago
1 week complete
As expected strength gains
Less than expected muscle gains
No modifications
First time working out, definitely gets you into the habit and primes you
Kody James AgueAge 45, Man
4 days ago
1 week complete
1 year of prior experience
As expected strength gains
As expected muscle gains
Marginal modifications
It's very basic but that's what I needed. I've been very sedentary for quite a while and I used this to get used to moving more. I felt it was great for that.
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