The 10 Best Exercises for Overall Fitness

There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to the best exercises — but some movements are widely effective for building strength, mobility, and fitness.

Here are 10 of the best all-round exercises:

1. Squats – full-body lower strength
2. Lunges – legs and balance
3. Push-ups – upper body and core
4. Planks – core stability
5. Burpees – full-body and cardio
6. Jumping jacks – simple cardio
7. Mountain climbers – full-body and endurance
8. Sit-ups – abdominal strength
9. Side planks – obliques and shoulder stability
10. Pull-ups – challenging upper-body strength

You can do many of these with no equipment. Focus on form, progress gradually, and choose movements that feel right for your body.