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15 easy exercises to do at home: a beginner’s guide from physical therapists

Learn easy exercises to do at home to manage joint pain and improve strength. Get tips on starting a beginner training routine from physical therapists.

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Last Updated: Jul 22, 2025
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Table of Contents

1. Squat

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2. Bridge

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3. Knee push-up

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4. Banded rotation pull apart

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5. Downward dog to high plank

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6. Side lunge

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7. Bicycle crunch

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8. Banded fire hydrant

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9. Superman

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10. Tricep dip

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11. Single-leg bridge

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12. Banded donkey kick

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13. Side star plank

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14. Wall squats

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15. Push-up

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Table of Contents
15 exercises to do at home 
1. Squat
2. Bridge
3. Knee push-up
4. Banded rotation pull apart
5. Downward dog to high plank
6. Side lunge
7. Bicycle crunch
8. Banded fire hydrant
9. Superman
10. Tricep dip
11. Single-leg bridge
12. Banded donkey kick
13. Side star plank
14. Wall squats
15. Push-up
The benefits of working out at home
How to start exercising at home  
PT tip: Squeeze in exercise throughout your day 
How Hinge Health can help you
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