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How to create a personalized workout routine

Creating a personalized workout routine may feel overwhelming, but it’s one of the most effective ways to reach your fitness goals in a sustainable way.

Whether you're looking to build muscle, improve your cardio, or increase flexibility, the key is finding the right exercises that fit your lifestyle and objectives.

In this guide, we'll walk you through how to build your own workout routine step by step, based on your goals.

We’ll introduce different types of workouts – from strength training and cardio to mobility exercises and balance work – that you can mix and match to create a varied and effective training plan.

As a bonus, you'll also have a workout program template to design your own routine, tailored to your preferences.

You can dowload the template here

Weekly fitness plan

Wellness & Balance

These exercises focus on mental wellness, balance, and overall stability. 

  • Yoga

  • Tai Chi

  • Meditation & Breathing Exercises

  • Mindfulness

  • Balance Exercises

  • Pilates

  • Foam Rolling

  • Bosu Ball Workouts

Strength

These exercises are designed to build muscle and strength. 

  • Squats

  • Push-ups

  • Pull-ups

  • Lunges

  • Bench Press

  • Deadlifts

  • Kettlebell Swings

  • Overhead Press

  • Glute Bridges

  • Planks

  • Dumbbell Rows

Cardio & Flexibility

These exercises aim to improve cardiovascular endurance and flexibility. 

  • Running or Jogging

  • Jump Rope

  • Cycling

  • Dynamic Stretching

  • Static Stretching

  • High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)

  • Rowing Machine

  • Swimming

  • Jumping Jacks

  • Resistance Band Stretches

  • Foam Roller Stretching

8 Tips for building your own fitness plan

  • Set Clear Goals - Before starting, determine your fitness goals: Are you aiming to build muscle, improve endurance, lose weight, or increase flexibility? Defining your goals will guide the structure of your workout plan.

  • Balance Different Workout Types - Include a mix of strength training, cardio, mobility, and flexibility exercises. This ensures a well-rounded routine that improves overall fitness and reduces the risk of injury.

  • Choose the Right Frequency - Plan how many days a week you can realistically train. For beginners, 3-4 days a week is a good start, with rest or active recovery days in between.

  • Progress Gradually - Increase the intensity, weight, or reps gradually as your fitness improves to avoid burnout and injury. Track your progress weekly to stay motivated.

  • Include Rest and Recovery - Rest days are just as important as workout days. Make sure to incorporate enough rest to allow your muscles to recover and grow.

  • Listen to Your Body - Avoid pushing through pain or fatigue. Adjust your routine as needed to prevent overtraining and injuries.

  • Keep it Enjoyable - Choose exercises you enjoy. The more fun your workout routine is, the more likely you are to stick with it in the long term.

  • Warm-Up and Cool Down - Always start your workout with a 5-10 minute warm-up and finish with a cool down to prevent injuries and aid recovery.

    You can download the fitness program template here: Weekly fitness plan

How many reps should you do?

When creating your workout plan, choosing the right number of repetitions for each exercise is key to achieving your fitness goals.

Here are our recommended rep ranges based on your specific training focus.

  • For Strength:

    • Reps: 4–6 reps

    • Sets: 3–5 sets

    • Focus on lifting heavier weights with fewer repetitions to build maximum strength.

  • For Muscle Growth (Hypertrophy):

    • Reps: 8–12 reps

    • Sets: 3–4 sets

    • Use moderate weights and more repetitions to increase muscle size.

  • For Endurance:

    • Reps: 12–20 reps

    • Sets: 2–3 sets

    • Lighter weights and higher repetitions help build muscular endurance.

  • For General Fitness:

    • Reps: 8–15 reps

    • Sets: 2–4 sets

    • A balanced approach to build strength, endurance, and muscle tone.

Adjust the reps and sets based on your specific goals and fitness level.

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