- Goblet Squats – 10–12 reps: controlled descent, chest tall, smooth drive up.
- Romanian Deadlifts – 10–12 reps: soft knees, hinge through hips, feel hamstrings load.
- Walking Lunges – 10 each leg: controlled stride, stable torso, drive through full foot.
- Glute Bridges – 12–15 reps: pause at the top, squeeze glutes, avoid arching lower back.
Stairmaster – 30 minutes at steady Zone 2 pace.
Every 5 minutes: 12 bodyweight squats. Keep transitions quick and the overall effort easy.