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Designing a couples bodybuilding routine can be a fun and motivating way for partners to support each other in achieving their fitness goals. Here's a general outline of a couples bodybuilding routine that incorporates both strength training and cardiovascular exercises. This routine can be adjusted based on individual fitness levels and preferences.
**Day 1: Upper Body Strength**
1. **Warm-up (5-10 minutes):**
- Light cardio (e.g., jogging in place, jumping jacks)
- Dynamic stretches for shoulders, arms, and chest
2. **Strength Training:**
- Bench Press: 3 sets x 8-12 reps
- Bent Over Rows: 3 sets x 10-15 reps
- Overhead Shoulder Press: 3 sets x 10-12 reps
- Bicep Curls: 3 sets x 12-15 reps
- Tricep Dips or Tricep Pushdowns: 3 sets x 12-15 reps
3. **Cardiovascular Exercise (Optional):**
- Choose a form of cardio you both enjoy (e.g., jogging, cycling, or rowing)
- 20-30 minutes of moderate-intensity cardio
**Day 2: Lower Body Strength**
1. **Warm-up (5-10 minutes):**
- Light cardio (e.g., jogging in place, high knees)
- Dynamic stretches for legs and hips
2. **Strength Training:**
- Squats: 4 sets x 10-15 reps
- Deadlifts: 3 sets x 8-12 reps
- Lunges: 3 sets x 12-15 reps per leg
- Leg Press: 3 sets x 12-15 reps
- Calf Raises: 3 sets x 15-20 reps
3. **Cardiovascular Exercise (Optional):**
- Choose a form of cardio you both enjoy
- 20-30 minutes of moderate-intensity cardio
**Day 3: Active Recovery or Rest**
- Light activities such as walking, yoga, or stretching
- Allow time for muscles to recover
**Day 4: Full Body Circuit**
1. **Warm-up (5-10 minutes):**
- Light cardio
- Dynamic full-body stretches
2. **Circuit Training:**
- Perform each exercise back-to-back with minimal rest between exercises.
- Rest for 1-2 minutes after completing the circuit.
- Repeat the circuit 3-4 times.
- Bodyweight Squats: 15-20 reps
- Push-ups: 12-15 reps
- Plank: 1 minute
- Dumbbell Rows: 12-15 reps per arm
- Burpees: 10-12 reps
3. **Cardiovascular Exercise (Optional):**
- 20-30 minutes of moderate-intensity cardio
**Day 5: Active Recreation or Rest**
- Engage in an activity you both enjoy, such as hiking, biking, or playing a sport.
- Allow for active recovery.
**Day 6: Flexibility and Mobility**
1. **Warm-up (5-10 minutes):**
- Light cardio
- Dynamic stretches for the entire body
2. **Flexibility and Mobility Exercises:**
- Yoga or Pilates session focusing on flexibility and core strength
- Include stretches for major muscle groups
**Day 7: Rest Day**
- Allow your bodies to fully recover.
- Rest and relax.
Remember to adjust the intensity and volume based on individual fitness levels and goals. Additionally, it's crucial to prioritize proper nutrition, hydration, and adequate sleep for optimal recovery and overall well-being.
**Day 1: Upper Body Strength**
1. **Warm-up (5-10 minutes):**
- Light cardio (e.g., jogging in place, jumping jacks)
- Dynamic stretches for shoulders, arms, and chest
2. **Strength Training:**
- Bench Press: 3 sets x 8-12 reps
- Bent Over Rows: 3 sets x 10-15 reps
- Overhead Shoulder Press: 3 sets x 10-12 reps
- Bicep Curls: 3 sets x 12-15 reps
- Tricep Dips or Tricep Pushdowns: 3 sets x 12-15 reps
3. **Cardiovascular Exercise (Optional):**
- Choose a form of cardio you both enjoy (e.g., jogging, cycling, or rowing)
- 20-30 minutes of moderate-intensity cardio
**Day 2: Lower Body Strength**
1. **Warm-up (5-10 minutes):**
- Light cardio (e.g., jogging in place, high knees)
- Dynamic stretches for legs and hips
2. **Strength Training:**
- Squats: 4 sets x 10-15 reps
- Deadlifts: 3 sets x 8-12 reps
- Lunges: 3 sets x 12-15 reps per leg
- Leg Press: 3 sets x 12-15 reps
- Calf Raises: 3 sets x 15-20 reps
3. **Cardiovascular Exercise (Optional):**
- Choose a form of cardio you both enjoy
- 20-30 minutes of moderate-intensity cardio
**Day 3: Active Recovery or Rest**
- Light activities such as walking, yoga, or stretching
- Allow time for muscles to recover
**Day 4: Full Body Circuit**
1. **Warm-up (5-10 minutes):**
- Light cardio
- Dynamic full-body stretches
2. **Circuit Training:**
- Perform each exercise back-to-back with minimal rest between exercises.
- Rest for 1-2 minutes after completing the circuit.
- Repeat the circuit 3-4 times.
- Bodyweight Squats: 15-20 reps
- Push-ups: 12-15 reps
- Plank: 1 minute
- Dumbbell Rows: 12-15 reps per arm
- Burpees: 10-12 reps
3. **Cardiovascular Exercise (Optional):**
- 20-30 minutes of moderate-intensity cardio
**Day 5: Active Recreation or Rest**
- Engage in an activity you both enjoy, such as hiking, biking, or playing a sport.
- Allow for active recovery.
**Day 6: Flexibility and Mobility**
1. **Warm-up (5-10 minutes):**
- Light cardio
- Dynamic stretches for the entire body
2. **Flexibility and Mobility Exercises:**
- Yoga or Pilates session focusing on flexibility and core strength
- Include stretches for major muscle groups
**Day 7: Rest Day**
- Allow your bodies to fully recover.
- Rest and relax.
Remember to adjust the intensity and volume based on individual fitness levels and goals. Additionally, it's crucial to prioritize proper nutrition, hydration, and adequate sleep for optimal recovery and overall well-being.
