3-2-1 Method Workout Plan

May 10, 2025
  • 3 – three strength training workouts per week.
  • 2 – two barre or pilates workout per week.
  • 1 – one cardio workout per week.
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This 321 Workout Method is for Anyone Looking to:

  • Increase strength in the upper body, lower body and abs.
  • Improve athletic fitness level and cardiovascular health.
  • Increase core strength, flexibility and mobility.
  • Combine weight training and cardio workouts.
  • Burn calories, lose weight and burn fat at home.
  • Jump start a solid fitness routine at home.
Calendar showing week of 321 workouts

Day 1: 30-Minute Full Body Dumbbell Workout

  • Workout Time: 30 Minutes
  • Workout Equipment: Dumbbells

Day 2: 30-Minute Pilates At Home

30-Minute Full Body Pilates Workout (Power Pilates)
  • Workout Time: 30 Minutes
  • Workout Equipment: Optional Light to Medium Dumbbells

Day 3: 30-Minute Leg Workout

30-Minute Knee-Friendly Leg Workout (No Lunges | No Jumping)

Day 4: 25-Minute Pilates Barre Class At Home

25-Minute Pilates Barre Class At Home (Full Body Sculpt)
  • Workout Time: 25 Minutes
  • Workout Equipment: Optional Light Dumbbells and Chair

Day 5: 30-Minute Dumbbell Arm Workout

30-Minute Dumbbell Arm Workout (Strength, Power + Isometrics)
  • Workout Time: 30 Minutes
  • Workout Equipment: Dumbbells

Day 6: 35-Minute Low Impact Cardio At Home

35-Minute Full Body Cardio Workout | Low Impact Cardio (NO REPEATS + No Equipment)
  • Workout Time: 35 Minutes
  • Workout Equipment: None

Day 7: Rest Day or Optional 15-Minute Pilates Abs

  • Workout Time: 15 Minutes
  • Workout Equipment: None

woman performing a single arm bicep curl in an arm workout with dumbbells

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Workout Program Details

1. Gym Equipment Needed:

A Set of DumbbellsMost of the daily workouts require a set of dumbbells. Each weight training workout will have a recommended dumbbell weight, usually between 8-20 pounds. You want a weight heavy enough that your last few reps are a struggle, but you are still able to complete the workout with good form. Shop my dumbbells here (DISCOUNT CODE: NML5).

Option to add a set of mini loop resistance bands (discount code: NML).

2. Time Requirement: 

Workouts are 15-35 minutes a day, 6 days per week. You can always take more rest days as needed.

3. Fitness Level:

Beginner to advanced, with modifications offered for all fitness levels in the daily workout videos.

If you’re looking for a full body workout plan for beginners, follow our Beginner Workout Plan.

4. Cost:

FREE! No sign up needed, this is a FREE Workout Plan.

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