5 Best Beachbody Workouts for Beginners

It's only been a few weeks since beginning this journey as a fitness/wellness coach and I can already tell you the number one question I have received is this. Where do I start?  If you search the internet for advice it can be overwhelming! Whether you're hoping to lose 100lbs like these people or are more focused on getting your body & mind into shape while toning up your arms and butt it can be tough knowing where to start.

You've come to the right place. Before I even dive into all the great programs & benefits of working with me on your fitness journey- I want to give you a shout out for even taking this first step to a personal transformation. I am proud of you already.

Getting your body in shape requires 4 things.

1. Exercise

The great thing about exercising is that there a ton of ways to do it. Running, swimming, dancing, weightlifting, boxing… the list goes on.

So pick an activity or workout that you enjoy doing! This will be crucial in helping you stick with it.

If you dread your workout, then motivation will be hard to come by. In a moment I'm going to walk through some of the best beginner workouts on Beachbody On Demand.

2. Eat right

You can exercise until your dying day, but your muscles aren’t going to thrive without proper fuel. You need the right nutrients to prepare your body for a workout, and your muscles need them to recover after a workout, too. And no, that doesn’t mean only eating chicken and broccoli.

A healthy diet consists of all kinds of foods, but in the right portions.

It’s not a quick-fix pill, but it’s an easy way to get important nutrients into your body to fuel your workouts.

3. Accountability

This is where the magic really happens. It’s easy to say you’re going to work out and eat right, but that all falls apart without accountability.

If you have the willpower of steel, you can probably keep yourself accountable. But most people need the support of an accountability partner (or two) to keep them on track when their willpower starts to slip.

4. Know the basics

What’s the best time of day to work out? How much weight should you lift? What should you eat before you exercise?

You’ll probably run into questions like these when you first commit to any fitness plan. That's exactly what I'm here for to help you navigate and succeed along the way.

There is no one size fits all approach to fitness. By taking a moment to fill out this form it really allows me to get to know you and understand your needs so that we can get started off right away with a program that is proven to give you results. The following 5 workouts are the ones I've been recommending most to friends and family who are looking to just get started.


A Little Obsessed

Type: cardio, strength/muscle building
Time: 30 minutes/day for 5 days
Equipment: dumbbells, resistance loops, strength slides
Trainer: Autumn Calabrese

This 5-day program is designed to prepare you for Autumn’s more intense program, 80 Day Obsession.

The workouts are just 30 minutes long, and while each one has a different theme (booty, legs, cardio, etc.), they’ll help you burn fat and build muscle all over.

Clean Week 
Time: 30 minutes/day for 7 days
Equipment: dumbbells or resistance band
Trainer: Megan Davies

If you’re hesitant to commit to multiple weeks (or months) of a workout program, then Clean Week is for you.

This 7-day program will introduce you to the basics of fitness and nutrition to help kick-start healthy habits. Talk about a perfect workout routine for beginners!

Clean Week covers everything from cardio to strength to flexibility, and the easy-to-follow meal plan includes recipes and meal-prep tips to make clean eating super simple.

This is ideal for someone who isn’t sure where to start with fitness, or what kind of exercise is right for them. Try it here with a Free 14 Day Trial.

Beginner Strength-Training Workouts:

Shift Shop
Time: 25–45 minutes/day for 21 days
Equipment: dumbbells or resistance band, agility markers, PT Sandbag (optional)
Trainer: Chris Downing

The first program from trainer Chris Downing, this 3-week program utilizes a unique ramp-up method to help ease you into fitness.

This means that the workouts increase in length, intensity, and complexity each week, starting with 25 minutes and going up to 45 minutes. They alternate between strength training and cardio, allowing you to get comfortable with lifting weights while still having variety.

The nutrition plan is also a key component of this program, helping you refine your diet to maximize muscle growth and fat loss. Try it here.

P90
Time: 45–60 minutes/day for 90 days
Equipment: dumbbells, pull-up bar or resistance band with door attachment
Trainer: Tony Horton

Each phase of P90 is designed to gradually ease your body into better shape than ever before. It’s an excellent workout routine for beginners who want to lose weight and try a program with both strength training and cardio.

If you want to really focus on strength training, then you can choose the resistance-based schedule that has more of a focus on weightlifting, and includes 6 days of workouts each week.

21 Day Fix
Time: 10–30 minutes/day for 21 days
Equipment: dumbbells or resistance band and exercise mat
Trainer: Autumn Calabrese

This 3-week program includes 13 workouts and one simple nutrition plan. Sign up today for our March Challenge group participating in the 21 Day Fix! 

Many of the workouts are HIIT-style routines that combine cardio and strength training, and there’s also 1 day of yoga each week to facilitate recovery. I didn't know I even enjoyed yoga until this program!

Most beginners start this program by following the modifier in the videos, and progress to the main exercises (demonstrated by Autumn) as their fitness level improves.

Any of these programs could be just what you need to kick off a fresh start to leading a healthier and happier life. Don't hesitate to reach out to me if you are ready to take the first step- I'll be there right with you all along the way.