Top 5 Workout Routines to Get Ready for Summer

How to Get Started with Fitness Routines?

1. Set a Clear Intention

Before jumping into any workout, decide what success looks like for you.

Do you want to slim down, get stronger, feel more energized, or just feel good in your summer clothes?

Having a goal that genuinely excites you will help you stay on track.

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2. Choose Realistic Workouts

You don’t need 90-minute routines or fancy equipment to make progress.

Start with 20-30 minute workouts that suit your lifestyle.

Whether it’s bodyweight exercises at home or short gym sessions, choose what feels manageable yet challenging.

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3. Schedule It Like a Meeting

Treat your workouts as non-negotiable appointments.

Put them on your calendar like any important meeting.

When you see it scheduled, you’re far more likely to follow through.

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4. Don’t Wait to Be Motivated

Motivation is fleeting, but action creates momentum.

Commit to showing up—even if it’s just for five minutes.

Most of the time, once you begin, you’ll keep going. Easily up to 30 minutes.

5. If You’re New to the Gym, You’re Not Alone

Walking into the gym for the first time can feel intimidating, but remember, everyone starts somewhere.

If you’re unsure how to use the machines or where to begin, that’s okay!

Most gyms offer orientation sessions or a personal trainer for a one-time consultation.

You can also look for diagrams on the equipment, watch a few beginner videos, or ask the staff—they’re there to help.

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Start with basic cardio machines (like the treadmill or stationary bike) or join a beginner class.

The more familiar the space becomes, the more confident you’ll feel showing up consistently.

Build Your Weekly Summer-Prep Workout Schedule

This plan hits every major muscle group while giving your body the recovery it needs. Stick to it for 4 weeks, and you’ll start noticing more energy, tone, and confidence.

💪 1. Monday: The 20-Minute Beginner full-body workout (Do-It-Anywhere)

• What it is: A strength-cardio hybrid to tone everything
• Equipment: Bodyweight only
• Why it works: Combines fat-burning and muscle-toning in one go
• Exercises: 3-4 Round for each exercise and 10-15 repetitions per round.
  • 1. Squats
  • 2. Push-ups
  • 3. Plank rows
  • 4. Jumping jacks
  • 5. Treadmill walk for 10 min
  • 6. Stretch

Pro Tip: Use a timer and challenge yourself to do as many rounds as you can in 20 minutes.

⚡️ 2. Tuesday: Fat-Burning HIIT Circuit

• What it is: High-intensity bursts followed by rest
• Equipment: None
• Why it works: Boosts metabolism and torches fat even after your workout ends
• Exercises: 30s on / 15s off
  • 1. Burpees
  • 2. Jump squats
  • 3. High knees
  • 4. Mountain climbers
  • 5. Treadmill walk for 10 min

Pro Tip: Try different intervals like 40/20 or 20/10 for variation.

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🌿 3. Wednesday: Outdoor Power Walk + Mobility Routine

• What it is: Low-impact cardio + flexibility
• Why it works: Great for recovery, circulation, and mindset
• Routine: 30-min brisk walk + 10-min dynamic stretching

Pro Tip: Use this as your podcast or music day — treat it like a moving meditation.

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🍑 4. Thursday: Sculpted Glutes Exercise + Legs Workout

• What it is: Lower body strength workout
• Equipment: Dumbbells or resistance bands (optional)
• Why it works: Tones thighs, glutes, and boosts lower-body power
• Exercises: 3-4 Round for each exercise and 10-15 repetitions per round.
  • 1. Lunges
  • 2. Hip thrusts
  • 3. Sumo squats
  • 4. Calf raises
  • 5. Step Up machine for 10 minutes

Pro Tip: Pause at the bottom of each rep to increase intensity.

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💪 5. Friday: Arms, Back & Abs Shaper (upper body workout for toning)

• What it is: Upper body & core combo
• Equipment: Light dumbbells (optional)
• Why it works: Defines arms, strengthens back, improves posture
• Exercises: 3-4 Round for each exercise and 10-15 repetitions per round.
  • 1. Shoulder presses
  • 2. One arm Dumbbell rows
  • 3. Triceps pushdown
  • 4. Flutter kicks
  • 5. Side planks
  • 6. Treadmill walk for 10 min

Pro Tip: Focus on controlled movement, not speed, for better results.

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🌴 Weekend: Rest, Reset, or Play

• Optional light activity like a hike, yoga, or paddleboarding
• Take time to recover, reflect, and plan the upcoming week

How to Stay Consistent (and Actually See Results)

Consistency is the real secret sauce. Here’s how to stick with your workouts — with real-world examples to inspire you:

1. Track Progress:

Use a simple checklist, spreadsheet, or fitness app to log your sessions.

• Emma, a busy mom of two, uses a paper calendar to mark off every day she completes a workout. The visual progress keeps her going, even on days she feels tired.

2. Reward Yourself:

Celebrate mini wins like completing 3 workouts per week or sticking to your plan for 10 days straight.

• Jason treats himself to a new workout outfit every time he finishes 3 full weeks without skipping a session. This makes the process fun and goal-oriented.

3. Change Scenery:

Alternate between indoor, outdoor, or gym environments to prevent boredom.

• Kayli does strength training at the gym, yoga in her living room, and goes for weekend hikes. This variety keeps her mentally fresh and physically challenged.

4. Find a Gym Buddy or Join a Gym:

A great gym membership gives you structure. Let’s be honest—sometimes that gym crush or fitspiration across the floor gives you that extra push to go harder.

• Alex started going to a local gym and quickly made friends with others in the same group class. Now, they text each other as accountability partners before every session.

Being around others who are working hard is infectious. Many gym-goers feel more inspired simply because they’re surrounded by people showing up consistently.

Pro Tip: Visit a few gyms near you and choose one that feels motivating and welcoming.