Today we are talking about how to work out differently, without always having to do push-ups and squats.
I will explain some simple and effective alternatives to tone your muscles and add some variety to your routine.
It is an easy way to stay in shape without complications.
Alternatives to Push-ups and Squats
Even though push-ups and squats are basic exercises for many, they are not the only way to build a toned and strong body.
Now, I don’t want to just list an endless number of bodyweight exercises for building muscles.
The truth is that I have already written many articles on the subject.
You can find more than 30 exercises for the back, 20 for the triceps, and even an article dedicated to biceps training with the pull-up bar.
Moreover, in this other article you can dive deep into all the progressions from the easiest to the most difficult push-up variations.
(So if you can’t do push-ups, here you will surely find the variant that suits you best)
And to complete the routine, I have created a guide with 16 ways to strengthen your shoulders without the need for equipment!
This was just to mention a few, but if you browse through the categories on the site you will find many other exercises you can do at home or in the gym.
Today, however, I only want to give you a few gems.
With these exercises you can work out at home without compromising the quality of your workout.
Exercises for the Chest, Shoulders, and Core
Shoulder Taps
Execution: Assume the plank position (on your hands or forearms for greater stability).
Lift one hand to touch the opposite shoulder, then alternate.
Benefits: Improves shoulder stability and strengthens the core.
Tip: 3 sets of 20 total taps (10 per side).
Chair Dips
Execution:
- Use a sturdy chair: sit on the edge and place your hands by your sides.
- Slowly slide your body forward, lowering yourself until you form a 90° angle at the elbows.
- Push back up to the starting position.
Benefits: Works the triceps, shoulders, and lower chest.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions.
Floor Press with Water Bottles
Execution:
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet on the floor.
- Hold a water bottle in each hand, positioning your elbows at 45° relative to your body.
- Push the bottles upward until your arms are fully extended, then slowly lower them until they touch the floor.
Benefits: Specifically targets the chest muscles, with support from the triceps and shoulders.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions.
Exercises for the Back and Rear Area
Superman
Execution:
- Lie face down with your arms extended forward.
- Simultaneously lift your arms and legs while keeping your head in line with your spine.
- Hold the position for 2–3 seconds and then slowly lower yourself.
Benefits: Strengthens the lower back and glutes.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions.
Inverted Row with Table or Bar
Execution:
- Find a stable bar or use the edge of a sturdy table.
- Lie underneath the support and grasp the edge with both hands.
- Pull your chest toward the apparatus, keeping your body in a straight line, then slowly lower yourself.
Benefits: Strengthens the back and biceps.
Tip: 3 sets of 8–12 repetitions.
Bird Dog
Execution:
- Get on all fours, with your hands and knees on the floor.
- Simultaneously extend your right arm and left leg, keeping your torso stable and core engaged.
- Slowly return to the starting position and repeat with the left arm and right leg.
Benefits: Improves back stability, strengthens the core stabilizer muscles, and enhances balance.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions per side.
Exercises for the Core
Plank
Execution:
- Assume the plank position (on hands or forearms) while keeping your body in a straight line.
- Hold the position for 30–45 seconds.
Benefits: Strengthens your entire core, enhances posture, and improves overall stability.
Tip: 3 sets.
Side Plank:
Execution:
- Rotate to one side, supporting yourself on one arm and lifting your hip, to work the obliques.
- Hold the position for 30 seconds per side.
Benefits: Targets the oblique muscles, increases lateral core strength, and helps stabilize the spine.
Tip: 3 sets per side.
Leg Raises
Execution:
- Lie on your back with your legs straight; lift your legs while keeping your back pressed to the floor, then slowly lower them.
Benefits: Excellent for strengthening the lower abdominals.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–15 repetitions.
Russian Twists
Execution:
- Sit with your legs slightly lifted (or resting for an easier version) and twist your torso from one side to the other, keeping your hands together or using a light weight.
Benefits: Promotes engagement of the obliques.
Tip: 3 sets of 16–20 total repetitions (8–10 per side).
Bicycle Crunches
Execution:
- Lie on your back, lift your legs, and alternate bringing your elbow toward the opposite knee in a cyclic motion.
Benefits: Engages both the central abdominals and the obliques.
Tip: 3 sets of 15–20 repetitions per side.
Exercises for the Triceps
Triceps Kickback
Execution:
- Standing or leaning on a support, bend your torso forward while keeping your back straight.
- With the elbow fixed close to your body, extend your arm backward.
Benefits: Isolates and strengthens the triceps.
Tip: 3 sets of 12–15 repetitions per arm.
Overhead Triceps Extension
Execution:
- Use a resistance band or a water bottle; lift the weight above your head with both hands.
- Keeping your elbows steady, slowly lower the weight behind your head.
Benefits: Works the back part of the arm.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions.
Modified Diamond Dips
Execution:
- Use a chair or stable support; position your hands so they form a diamond (thumbs and index fingers touching).
- Lower your body in a controlled manner, focusing on working the triceps.
Benefits: Strengthens the triceps while reducing the load on the chest compared to traditional push-ups.
Tip: 3 sets of 8–10 repetitions.
Exercises for the Biceps
Bicep Curl with Resistance Band or Water Bottles
Execution:
- Hold the resistance band or water bottles with both hands, keeping your elbows fixed close to your body.
- Lift the weight until you contract the biceps, then slowly lower it.
Benefits: Specifically targets the biceps.
Tip: 3 sets of 12–15 repetitions.
Hammer Curl
Execution:
- With water bottles or improvised dumbbells, keep your palms facing each other.
- Perform the curl by lifting the weight in a controlled manner, focusing on contracting the arm.
Benefits: Engages the brachialis and brachioradialis muscles, contributing to balanced arm development.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions per arm.
Concentration Curl
Execution:
- Sitting on a chair, rest your elbow on the inside of your thigh.
- Lift the weight by concentrating the effort on your biceps, then slowly lower it.
Benefits: Allows targeted isolation of the muscle, enhancing definition.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions per arm.
Exercises for the Lower Body (Without Squats)
Glute Bridge
Execution:
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet firmly planted on the ground.
- Lift your hips by contracting your glutes until you form a straight line from your knees to your shoulders.
- Hold the position for a few seconds, then slowly lower down.
Benefits: Activates and strengthens the glutes, hamstrings, and lower back, enhancing hip stability and overall posture.
Tip: 3 sets of 12–15 repetitions to activate the glutes and lower back.
Alternating Lunges
Execution:
- Take a long step forward and lower your body until the back knee almost touches the ground.
- Rise up and alternate with the other leg.
Benefits: Strengthens the quadriceps, glutes, and improves balance.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions per leg.
Step-Up
Execution:
- Find a step or stable platform.
- Step up with one leg and push forcefully to bring your body upward.
- Step down slowly and repeat while alternating legs.
Benefits: Great for the legs and glutes.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions per leg.
Calf Raises
Execution:
- Standing up, raise your heels so that you are on your toes, contracting your calves, and then slowly lower down.
Benefits: A targeted exercise to define the calves without doing squats.
Tip: 3 sets of 12–15 repetitions.
Dynamic Full-Body Exercises
Burpees (Without the Push-Up Part)
Execution:
- Start in a standing position, lower into a squat and bring your legs back into a plank position.
- Jump up into a standing position and repeat the movement fluidly.
Benefits: This explosive exercise involves almost every muscle and increases cardiovascular endurance.
Tip: 3 sets of 8–10 repetitions.
Mountain Climbers
Execution:
- In the plank position (you can use your forearms for greater stability), alternately bring your knees toward your chest in a quick and controlled movement.
Benefits: Boosts cardiovascular endurance, engages the core, legs, and shoulders, and improves agility and coordination.
Tip: 3 sets of 30–45 seconds to strengthen the core, legs, and shoulders while boosting endurance.
Jumping Jacks
Execution:
- Start standing with your feet together and arms at your sides.
- Jump while spreading your legs and raising your arms above your head, then quickly return to the starting position and repeat the movement.
Benefits: Activates the whole body, warms up the muscles, and increases heart rate.
Tip: 3 sets of 30–45 seconds.
Bear Crawls
Execution:
- Get on all fours, with your knees slightly lifted off the floor and keep your body low.
- Crawl forward and backward with coordinated hand and foot movements while keeping your core engaged.
Benefits: Strengthens the shoulders, core, and legs while also improving coordination and stability.
Tip: 3 sets of 20–30 seconds.
Special Gems: Lesser-Known Exercises
I don’t want to list every single exercise you can find online.
Today I’m leaving you with a few gems that you might not have tried yet:
Reverse Plank
Execution:
- Sit on the floor with your legs extended and your hands positioned behind you, with your fingers pointing toward your body.
- Lift your hips until you form a straight line from your head to your feet.
Benefits: This exercise targets the core, glutes, and back.
Tip: Try 3 sets of 30 seconds.
Nordic Hamstring Curl (Controlled)
Execution:
- Lie face down and, with a partner or support, secure your feet.
- Slowly bend your knees while maintaining control and return to the starting position.
Benefits: An advanced exercise that deeply strengthens the hamstrings.
Tip: If you are a beginner, start with a limited range of motion; 3 sets of 6–8 repetitions.
Lateral Lunge (Side Lunge)
Execution:
- Take a wide lateral step and bend the knee of the pushed leg while keeping the other leg straight.
- Return to the standing position and repeat on the other side.
Benefits: This movement works the quadriceps, glutes, and improves lateral mobility.
Tip: Try 3 sets of 10 repetitions per side.
A Weekly Schedule Example – Bodyweight & Total-Body
| Day | Exercises (Sets x Reps/Duration) |
| Monday – Upper Body & Core | • Shoulder Taps – 3 x 20 (10 per side)
• Chair Dips – 3 x 10-12 • Floor Press with Water Bottles – 3 x 10-12 • Bicep Curl with Resistance Band or Water Bottles – 3 x 12-15 • Plank – 3 x 30-45 sec • Bicycle Crunches – 3 x 15-20 per side |
| Tuesday – Lower Body & Stability | • Glute Bridge – 3 x 12-15
• Alternating Lunges – 3 x 10-12 per leg • Step-Ups – 3 x 10-12 per leg • Calf Raises – 3 x 12-15 • Bird Dog – 3 x 10-12 per side |
| Thursday – Back & Core | • Superman – 3 x 10-12
• Inverted Row – 3 x 8-12 • Russian Twists – 3 x 16-20 total (8-10 per side) • Leg Raises – 3 x 10-15 |
| Saturday – Total Body Dynamic | • Burpees (no push-up) – 3 x 8-10
• Mountain Climbers – 3 x 30-45 sec • Jumping Jacks – 3 x 30-45 sec • Bear Crawls – 3 x 20-30 sec • Reverse Plank – 3 x 30 sec |
At the Gym: Targeted and Technical Training
I know you don’t like the usual push-ups and squats.
Don’t worry, there are a thousand ways to work out.
The solution?
Find a gym near you and take advantage of all the equipment it offers.
The gym is a real paradise for anyone who wants to stimulate every muscle group.
Here you can find countless options, from the leg press to the lat machine, from the bench press to the military press.
Let’s look at a few examples:
Leg Press
A great alternative to traditional squats.
Sit on the machine, place your feet firmly on the platform, and push evenly, focusing on a controlled movement.
Start with 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions.
Focus on a controlled movement.
Keep your feet firmly planted and push evenly.
Bench Press
Perfect for the chest, shoulders, and triceps.
Lie on a bench, grab the barbell, and push it upward with a fluid and well-controlled movement; make sure to have a partner or support for safety.
For beginners, 3 sets of 8–10 repetitions are ideal.
Ensure you have a partner or support for safety.
The movement should be fluid and well-controlled.
Lat Machine
Great for training the back.
Sitting at the machine, grab the bar and pull it toward your torso, focusing on a good stretch and contraction of the dorsal muscles.
Start with 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions.
Focus on a good stretch and contraction of the dorsal muscles.
Military Press
Use dumbbells or a barbell.
Push the weight upward while keeping your torso stable and without locking your elbows at the end of the movement.
3 sets of 8–10 repetitions will help you develop shoulder strength.
Keep your torso stable and do not lock your elbows at the end of the movement.
These “big lifts” are fundamental.
They build a solid strength base and improve posture.
Remember to always focus on correct form before increasing the load.
Accessory Exercises for Every Muscle Group
When we talk about accessory muscles, we cannot forget those muscle groups that give that extra touch to your physique.
Here is a complete list of accessory exercises for every area:
Chest
- Incline Dumbbell Press (Incline Bench Press):
Works the upper part of the chest and the anterior shoulders.
Lie on an incline bench, hold a dumbbell in each hand, and push upward, slowly lowering them until you feel the contraction in the upper chest.
Tip: 3 sets of 8–10 repetitions. - Cable Fly:
Great for isolating the chest.
Position the cables at chest height, grab the handles, and bring your arms together at the center, focusing on the final contraction.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions, concentrating on the final contraction. - Pec Deck:
Helps to define the chest.
Sit at the Pec Deck machine, rest your arms on the pads, and bring your hands together, then slowly return to the starting position.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions.
Triceps
- Triceps Pushdown:
Grab the bar or rope, keep your elbows fixed at your sides, and push down by fully extending your arms, then slowly return.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions. - Skull Crushers (EZ-Bar Triceps Extensions):
Great for isolating the triceps.
Lie on a bench, hold the EZ-bar above your forehead, and lower the weight by bending your elbows, then extend your arms.
Tip: 3 sets of 8–10 repetitions. - Overhead Triceps Extension:
Using a dumbbell or cable.
Standing or seated, hold a dumbbell or use the cable, lift the weight above your head, and slowly lower it by bending your elbows behind your head.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions.
Biceps
- Dumbbell Biceps Curl:
A classic for the biceps.
Standing with dumbbells at your sides, bend your elbows to bring the weight toward your shoulders, then slowly lower it.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions per arm. - Cable Curl:
Provides constant tension.
Use a cable machine, grab the bar with an underhand grip, and bend your elbows to bring the bar toward your chest, then slowly extend your arms.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions. - Hammer Curl:
Also works the brachialis for fuller arms.
With dumbbells held with your palms facing your body, bend your elbows to lift the weight in a controlled manner.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions.
Shoulders
- Lateral Raise:
Ideal for the lateral shoulders.
Standing with a dumbbell in each hand, raise your arms laterally to shoulder height, keeping a slight bend in your elbows, then slowly lower them.
Tip: 3 sets of 12–15 repetitions. - Front Raise:
For the anterior shoulders.
Standing, hold the dumbbells in front of your thighs and raise your arms forward until they reach eye level, then slowly lower them.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions. - Rear Delt Fly:
Essential for the rear shoulder.
Bend forward with a straight back, hold a dumbbell in each hand, and open your arms laterally focusing on the posterior deltoids, then slowly return to the starting position.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions.
Back
- Seated Cable Row:
For a complete back workout.
Sitting with your back straight, grab the bar or handle and pull it toward your torso, contracting the back muscles, then slowly return.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions. - Face Pulls:
Great for the scapular muscles and posterior deltoids.
Use a rope on the cable machine, pull it toward your face with your elbows flaring out sideways, focusing on the scapular muscles and posterior deltoids.
Tip: 3 sets of 12–15 repetitions.
Lower Body
- Leg Curl:
Excellent for isolating and strengthening the hamstrings.
Use the leg curl machine by lying face down (or seated, depending on the machine), hook your legs under the padded lever, and curl your legs upward toward your glutes.
Keep the movement slow and controlled to maximize hamstring activation.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions. - Leg Extension:
Effective for targeting the quadriceps.
Sit on the machine, position your legs under the pad, and extend your legs upward, squeezing your quads at the top of the movement.
Control the descent to engage the muscles fully.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions. - Seated Calf Raise:
A complement for a deeper calf workout.
Seated on a machine or with a weight on your knees, raise your heels while keeping the calves contracted, then slowly lower.
Tip: 3 sets of 12–15 repetitions.
Abs
- Crunches:
Classic and always effective.
Lying on your back, bend your knees and lift your torso toward your thighs, contracting your abs, then slowly lower.
Tip: 3 sets of 15–20 repetitions. - Leg Raises:
Great for the lower rectus abdominis.
Lying on your back, lift your legs while keeping them straight, contract the lower abs, and slowly lower without touching the floor.
Tip: 3 sets of 10–15 repetitions. - Russian Twists:
For the obliques.
Sitting with your legs slightly raised or resting, twist your torso from one side to the other while keeping your core engaged; you can hold a light weight to increase the challenge.
Tip: 3 sets of 15–20 repetitions per side.
A Weekly Schedule Example – Gym Exercises
| Day | Muscle Group | Exercise | Sets x Reps |
| Monday | Chest | Bench Press | 3 x 8-10 |
| Incline Dumbbell Press | 3 x 8-10 | ||
| Pec Deck | 3 x 10-12 | ||
| Shoulders | Military Press | 3 x 8-10 | |
| Lateral Raise | 3 x 12-15 | ||
| Front Raise | 3 x 10-12 | ||
| Wednesday | Back | Lat Machine | 3 x 10-12 |
| Seated Cable Row | 3 x 10-12 | ||
| Face Pulls | 3 x 12-15 | ||
| Biceps | Dumbbell Biceps Curl | 3 x 10-12 per arm | |
| Cable Curl | 3 x 10-12 | ||
| Hammer Curl | 3 x 10-12 | ||
| Saturday | Lower Body | Leg Press | 3 x 10-12 |
| Leg Curl | 3 x 10-12 | ||
| Leg Extension | 3 x 10-12 | ||
| Calves | Seated Calf Raise | 3 x 12-15 |
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Is It Wise to Completely Eliminate Push-Ups and Squats?
It is not always advisable to abandon them entirely.
Push-ups, squats, and pull-ups are the foundation of any solid workout, and personally they have always allowed me to build lasting strength.
Instead of saying “enough, I’m not doing them anymore,” it is much better to alternate them with lighter or more creative variations.
For example, you could replace some sessions of traditional push-ups with inclined push-ups, or perform assisted squats, lunges, and step-ups to change the load.
These variations not only reduce stress on joints and tendons, but also stimulate the muscles differently, keeping the workout fresh and challenging.
The beauty of this approach is twofold.
On one hand, it allows you to prevent injuries and work on proper technique.
On the other, your body is constantly challenged: each variant targets the muscle group slightly differently, helping you overcome plateaus and progress steadily.
I’ve found that alternating variations gives an extra boost in both strength and endurance.
In the beginning, I focused on the basic movements, but then I started experimenting with variations that helped me push my limits.
The result?
A stronger, more flexible physique that is continuously evolving.
So rather than completely eliminating these exercises, integrate them into your routine in a varied and intelligent way.
By doing so, you will maintain a solid foundation and continue to challenge yourself every day.
The Gradual Guide for Those Who Struggle with Push-Ups, Squats, and Pull-Ups
I went through the same experience—at first, I could barely manage 2 pull-ups.
It’s a typical starting point.
But there are steps that will help you progress gradually and safely, allowing you to develop the strength and technique needed to perform the standard exercises.
Progression for Push-Ups
- Phase 1: Inclined Push-Ups
- Perform the push-up against a wall or on an elevated surface (like a bench).
- Goal: 3 sets of 12–15 repetitions.
- Purpose: Learn the correct technique and get used to the movement while reducing the load on the torso.
- Phase 2: Knee Push-Ups
- Adopt the push-up position but rest your knees on the floor.
- Goal: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions.
- Purpose: Gradually increase the load while maintaining fluid technique.
- Phase 3: Standard Push-Ups
- Perform the traditional bodyweight push-up.
- Goal: 3 sets of 8–10 repetitions.
- Purpose: Build complete strength and endurance while maintaining perfect form.
Progression for Squats
- Phase 1: Assisted Squats/Box Squats
- Perform the squat while leaning on a support, such as a chair or a box.
- Essentially, you sit briefly on a chair or box, then stand up again.
- This helps you learn the correct movement: controlling the descent and ascent without putting too much pressure on the knees.
- Goal: 3 sets of 12–15 repetitions.
- Purpose: Learn the correct movement, controlling the descent and ascent without overloading the knees.
- Phase 2: Bodyweight Squats
- Move on to the traditional squat without support.
- Goal: 3 sets of 10–12 repetitions.
- Purpose: Consolidate technique and increase muscle strength in the legs and glutes.
- Phase 3: Pause Squats or Dynamic Squats
- Add a pause of 1–2 seconds at the lowest position or perform dynamic squats to emphasize muscle contraction.
- Goal: 3 sets of 8–10 repetitions.
- Purpose: Intensify muscle work and improve movement control.
Progression for Pull-Ups
- Phase 1: Assisted Pull-Ups with Resistance Bands
- Use a resistance band to lighten the load.
- Goal: 3 sets of 6–8 repetitions.
- Purpose: Learn the correct technique and strengthen the back and biceps in a controlled manner.
- Phase 2: Eccentric or Negative Pull-Ups
- Jump or use a platform to get to the top position of the pull-up, then lower yourself slowly, controlling the movement for 3–5 seconds.
- Goal: 3 sets of 4–6 repetitions.
- Purpose: Strengthen the eccentric phase, which is fundamental to progressing to a full pull-up.
- Phase 3: Standard Pull-Ups
- Perform the bodyweight pull-up, lifting your body until your chin is above the bar.
- Goal: 3 sets of 4–6 repetitions (or more, depending on your strength).
- Purpose: Build complete strength and a solid foundation for upper body training.
The Difficulty of Progressing with Bodyweight Exercises
In the beginning, bodyweight workouts are fantastic.
They give you quick results because your body responds well to natural movements like push-ups, squats, and planks.
But after a while, you might notice a plateau: the same exercises no longer push you further and progression stalls.
It’s like playing a video game.
You start with easy levels, but then new challenges appear.
To win, you need to upgrade your skills or try different strategies.
Training works the same way—you adjust your routine to keep progressing.
For example, you might manage to do 20 push-ups effortlessly.
After some time, maybe you can do 50 or more.
I’m sure you understand that if you eventually manage to do 100, it becomes too complicated to continue increasing the repetitions without the workouts becoming boring.
In these cases, it is time to look for more challenging variations, such as decline push-ups or one-arm push-ups, or to integrate exercises with additional loads, like weighted vests.
With weights, the situation is different.
You simply increase the load to force the muscle to work harder and break through plateaus.
In conclusion, both methods have their pros and cons.
Choose the path that makes you feel most motivated and, if you hit a plateau, experiment with new variations or switch to weights to continue progressing.
Diet: Are You Training for Mass or Weight Loss? Here’s What You Need to Know
When it comes to your diet, the rules change depending on your goals.
Let’s break them down in a very simple way.
For Mass Gain (Bulking):
- Calorie Surplus:
Eat more calories than you burn. Think of it as fueling your growth engine. - Protein Power:
Aim for lean proteins (chicken, fish, tofu) to repair and build muscle. - Carbs & Healthy Fats:
Carbs give you energy and fats support hormone production. Don’t skimp on either! - Frequent Meals:
Consider 5–6 smaller meals throughout the day to keep the energy flowing.
For Weight Loss (Cutting):
- Calorie Deficit:
Consume fewer calories than you burn. It’s all about smart portion control. - Lean & Green:
Prioritize lean proteins and plenty of vegetables. Fill up on fiber-rich foods to stay satisfied. - Healthy Fats & Complex Carbs:
Avoid empty calories—choose whole grains and good fats (avocado, olive oil). - Hydration:
Drink plenty of water. Sometimes thirst is mistaken for hunger!
Conclusion
There is no single best exercise overall: the secret is to vary and gradually improve.
Take advantage of both gym exercises and bodyweight movements to achieve a complete workout.
Traditional push-ups, squats, and pull-ups are fundamental, but if they seem too challenging at first, try the easier versions first and then gradually move on to the standard ones.
Now, put these tips into practice and create your perfect routine!
Leave a comment below and let me know what you think or if you have any other ideas to share!
