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Beginner General Fitness

The Minimalist

Maximum results with minimum time investment

For busy professionals who want results without living in the gym. This efficient 3-day full body program hits all major muscle groups with compound movements. Each session is under 45 minutes but delivers serious gains.

3
Days/Week
8
Weeks
40
Min/Session
15
Exercises

Weekly Schedule

Day 1: Full Body A

Push Emphasis

5 exercises
1 Goblet Squat
3 × 10-12
2 Dumbbell Bench Press (Flat)
3 × 8-10
3 Dumbbell Single-Arm Row
3 × 8-10
4 Dumbbell Shoulder Press
3 × 10-12
5 Plank
3 × 30-45 sec

Day 2: Full Body B

Pull Emphasis

5 exercises
1 Romanian Deadlift (RDL)
3 × 10-12
2 Push-ups
3 × AMRAP
3 Dumbbell Single-Arm Row
3 × 8-10
4 Bodyweight Lunge
3 × 10 each
5 Barbell Curl
2 × 12-15

Day 3: Full Body C

Legs Emphasis

5 exercises
1 Goblet Squat
4 × 10-12
2 Dumbbell Bench Press (Flat)
3 × 8-10
3 Cable Lat Pulldown
3 × 10-12
4 Leg Curl (Seated)
3 × 12-15
5 Lateral Raises
3 × 12-15

Equipment Required

Dumbbell Bench

Target Muscles

Chest Back Shoulders Quads Glutes
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