3 moves, no weights — this 15-minute bodyweight workout builds muscle and and boosts metabolism

Woman in black workout clothes performing a side lunge on her left leg outdoors against a concrete background.

Three beginner-friendly bodyweight exercises and a 15-minute workout can help boost your overall activity levels and strengthen your body. Find some space, roll out one of the best yoga mats and hit play on one of your favorite workout playlists to get you motivated.

This routine can be incorporated into your daily routine and scaled to suit any ability. You don’t need weights, although you can use them if you wish; if you do choose to load up, be warned this workout uses repetition to build intensity, so opt for medium-heavy weights that allow you to finish rep counts above 10.