5 exercises - Which ones?

vim_n_vigor
vim_n_vigor Posts: 4,089 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
If you could only pick 5 exercises for the next 6 months, what would they be and why?

Examples:

Squats - sexy butt
wind sprints - endurance
zumba - it's fun

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  • darkguardian419
    darkguardian419 Posts: 1,302 Member
    bench, squat, deadlift.

    All I really need, but lets throw in rowing (kayaking specifically) and jogging for cardio.
  • ShannonMpls
    ShannonMpls Posts: 1,936 Member
    Assuming recreational activities not done intentionally for exercise but incidental to life (like walking the dog, hiking, biking, etc) don't count:

    Deadlift
    Squat
    Bench
    Overhead Press
    Running

    There is only one reason: they make me more awesome.
  • madhatter2013
    madhatter2013 Posts: 1,547 Member
    My SL 5X5 workouts-for my @$$ (and the rest of me) :wink:
  • gypsy_spirit
    gypsy_spirit Posts: 2,107 Member
    deadlift
    bench
    OHP
    squat
    running
  • vim_n_vigor
    vim_n_vigor Posts: 4,089 Member
    I admit, I am still working on my 5 favorites. I know squats, deadlifts, and benching are going to be my top 3.
  • MyOwnSunshine
    MyOwnSunshine Posts: 1,312 Member
    Deadlift
    Squat
    Push-ups
    Running
    Burpees (because I really suck at them and would make a lot of progress in 6 months)
  • HMVOL7409
    HMVOL7409 Posts: 1,588 Member
    Deadlifts, Bench, Squat, Pull-ups, Sprints. Bad shoulder leaves little room for OHP.

    Why? They're awesome.
  • vim_n_vigor
    vim_n_vigor Posts: 4,089 Member
    Deadlift
    Squat
    Push-ups
    Running
    Burpees (because I really suck at them and would make a lot of progress in 6 months)

    LOL at the burpees....
  • Galatea_Stone
    Galatea_Stone Posts: 2,037 Member
    Hip thrust
    Squat
    Bench
    OHP
    DB croc rows

    But I'd really miss the other exercises I normally do.
  • cwolfman13
    cwolfman13 Posts: 41,865 Member
    Squats, dead-lifts, overhead press, bench press, pull-up super sets w/dips.

    why? because that's all you need really. if I wanted to work on endurance/stamina I would just do less rest and lower weight, more reps and basically keep it all moving like circuit training. I would miss my bike though.
  • caseythirteen
    caseythirteen Posts: 956 Member
    I'm going to be the oddball and not include squats. I know they are so important but they really are my least favorite and since we're talking fantasy here ... I'll do what I want!

    So ....
    deadlifts
    chest press
    chin ups
    push ups
    running

    Those are the things I enjoy the most and leave me feeling accomplished. Not a good overall program but like I said - this isn't for real anyway. :)
  • rybo
    rybo Posts: 5,424 Member
    Pistol Squats (or other single leg squat variant)
    Dips
    Pull ups
    Push ups
    Running

    For the record OP wind sprints =/= endurance
  • BlueBombers
    BlueBombers Posts: 4,064 Member
    Compound lifts
  • danimalkeys
    danimalkeys Posts: 982 Member
    squat
    deadlift
    bench
    row
    ohp

    honorable mention- chin-ups

    As far as "liking" these, I hate them all but enjoy them at the same time if that makes sense!
  • vim_n_vigor
    vim_n_vigor Posts: 4,089 Member
    Pistol Squats (or other single leg squat variant)
    Dips
    Pull ups
    Push ups
    Running

    For the record OP wind sprints =/= endurance

    I know. I was just trying to put something out there to get people thinking about why they choose their favorite exercises.
  • darrensurrey
    darrensurrey Posts: 3,942 Member
    Well, I do change my routine from time to time but I've kept the following for the last 2 years:
    Squats
    Deadlifts
    Bench
    Bent over rows
    Shoulder press

    For "cardio", various sports - tennis, kung fu, dodgeball.
  • 89nunu
    89nunu Posts: 1,082 Member
    Squat (cause I suck but are determined to get better)
    Deadlift (cause it's my favourite)
    Bench Press (cause I'm getting preety good at them)
    OHP (cause I like nice shoulders)
    Chin ups (cause I can) but could be left out for rows (cause it's slowly getting heavy)
  • Leadfoot_Lewis
    Leadfoot_Lewis Posts: 1,623 Member
    deadlift
    bench
    OHP
    squat
    running

    ^Same here but would substitute the running for cycling.
  • alpine1994
    alpine1994 Posts: 1,915 Member
    running outside - cardiovascular health, burns cals (eat more!), clears the mind

    pull ups - functional in life (what if you were hanging onto a ledge?!), works so many muscle groups, including core, fun to see strength progression

    cardio dance class - fun as hell, where else can I shake my booty for an hour at 29 years old while stone-cold sober?

    spinning - major calorie burn and you can really push yourself, the instructors are super motivating

    weighted squats - dat booty...
  • deucemon69
    deucemon69 Posts: 647 Member
    Top 5:

    running - because I am an endorphin junkie
    deadlifts - strengthens my legs and glutes
    pushups- strengthens my shoulders and chest
    squats - good for the quads and glutes
    dumbbell/kettle bell swings - good all around body workout.

    Honorable mention:

    Lunges - good for legs and balance
    pull ups- strong back and shoulders
    burpees - because they suck

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