Jenkins suggests starting with total-body strength workouts (breaking up muscle groups might get a little overwhelming if you're new to fitness anyway). She also said you can use weights — five to 10 pounds should suffice, but here's how to choose the right dumbbells — or simply do bodyweight sessions.
Here is a beginner weightlifting workout you can try that consists of six different moves, and here's another strength-training session from trainer Corey Phelps fit for those with minimal experience working out (or for those easing back into a routine). This 30-minute video from Class FitSugar makes for a solid bodyweight option. And if you only have 10 minutes (or need to fill up more time in your workout), this beginner Class FitSugar workout does the trick using just one dumbbell.
