Ready to get moving and carve out a lean waistline? You’re in the right place. We've put together 10 of our easiest and most effective bodyweight circuits to help you burn belly fat. Whether you’re at home, traveling, or pressed for time, these workouts can be done anywhere. They’re simple, powerful, and best of all—require no equipment. No more excuses—just bring your energy and get ready to sweat. These circuits blend cardio and strength training moves that accelerate fat loss and tone your muscles.
From jumping jacks and burpees to planks and lunges, each routine will push your body in new ways, keeping your heart rate up and muscles engaged. The workouts are quick but intense, perfect for when you're short on time. Not only will you rev up your metabolism, but you'll also target multiple muscle groups at once for maximum calorie burn.
You’ll find a mix of everything in these circuits, from full-body fat burners to core-focused routines and leg-toning workouts. Each circuit is designed to teach you the proper form for every move while using the best strategies to melt fat quickly.
Remember—consistency is crucial. Stick with these workouts, and that stubborn belly fat won’t stand a chance! Let’s jump into the top bodyweight circuits for melting belly fat.
Circuit #1: Full-Body Fat Blaster
What You Need: Just your body! This quick, 10-15 minute workout will spike your heart rate and burn calories with minimal rest.
The Routine:
- Jumping Jacks – 45 seconds
- Pushups – 12-15 reps
- Mountain Climbers – 30 seconds
- Bodyweight Squats – 20 reps
- Plank – 30-45 seconds
Directions:
Perform all 5 exercises in the circuit for the specified time or reps. Repeat the circuit 3 times, resting for 30-60 seconds between rounds.
Jumping Jacks
1) Stand upright with your feet together and arms by your sides.
2) Jump your feet out to shoulder-width while raising your arms overhead.
3) Jump back to the starting position and repeat.
Pushups
1) Start in a plank position with your hands shoulder-width apart.
2) Lower your body to the ground, keeping your back flat.
3) Push back up to the starting position.
Mountain Climbers
1) Begin in a plank position with your hands under your shoulders.
2) Quickly drive your knees toward your chest, alternating legs.
3) Maintain a steady pace while keeping your core engaged.
Bodyweight Squats
1) Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
2) Lower your hips down and back like you're sitting in a chair.
3) Push through your heels to stand back up.
Plank
1) Get into a forearm plank position with your body in a straight line.
2) Hold this position while keeping your core tight and breathing steadily.
Circuit #2: Cardio Crusher
What You Need: Just your body! This cardio-focused routine is designed to burn fat quickly. You can complete it in 10 minutes or repeat for added intensity.
The Routine:
- High Knees – 45 seconds
- Burpees – 10-12 reps
- Lunges – 10 reps per leg
- Side Plank (Left and Right) – 30 seconds on each side
Directions:
Perform each exercise for the given time or reps, taking short rest breaks between exercises. Repeat the entire circuit 3 times.
High Knees
1) Stand tall and run in place, driving your knees up to waist level.
2) Swing your arms to help maintain rhythm.
Burpees
1) Start standing.
2) Drop into a squat, and place your hands on the floor.
3) Jump your feet back into a plank.
4) Perform a pushup.
5) Jump your feet back to your hands and explode up into a jump.
Lunges
1) Stand tall, step forward with your right leg, and lower until both knees are bent at 90 degrees.
2) Push back to standing and repeat on the other leg.
Side Plank
1) Lie on your side, propping yourself up on your forearm.
2) Lift your hips off the ground, keeping your body straight.
3) Hold, then switch sides.
Circuit #3: Core & Burn
What You Need: Just your body! This 12-minute workout focuses on your core while keeping your heart rate elevated for maximum calorie burn.
The Routine:
- Bicycle Crunches – 20 reps
- Plank Jacks – 30 seconds
- Leg Raises – 12-15 reps
- Russian Twists – 30 seconds
- Squat Jumps – 15 reps
Directions:
Move through each exercise with minimal rest in between. Complete 3 rounds, resting 1 minute between rounds.
Bicycle Crunches
1) Lie on your back, lifting your legs and upper body.
2) Twist to bring your right elbow to your left knee, extending the other leg.
3) Switch sides in a pedaling motion.
Plank Jacks
1) Start in a plank position with your feet together.
2) Jump your feet out wide, then jump them back together.
3) Keep your core engaged throughout.
Leg Raises
1) Lie on your back with your legs straight.
2) Raise your legs to a 90-degree angle.
3) Slowly lower them without letting your feet touch the ground.
Russian Twists
1) Sit on the floor, lean back slightly, and lift your feet off the ground.
2) Rotate your torso from side to side, touching your hands to the floor.
Squat Jumps
1) Perform a squat.
2) Explosively jump up, reaching for the sky.
3) Land softly and immediately go into the next squat.
Circuit #4: HIIT Burner
What You Need: Just your body! This high-intensity circuit is designed to get your heart pumping and torch fat in under 15 minutes.
The Routine:
- Tuck Jumps – 30 seconds
- Pushup to Shoulder Tap – 12-15 reps
- Alternating Jump Lunges – 30 seconds
- Sit-ups – 20 reps
Directions:
Perform each exercise consecutively with minimal rest between moves. Complete 3 rounds, resting for 1 minute between each round.
Tuck Jumps
1) Stand tall, squat down, and explode upward.
2) Bring your knees toward your chest while jumping.
3) Land softly.
Pushup to Shoulder Tap
1) Perform a regular pushup.
2) At the top, tap your left shoulder with your right hand, then your right shoulder with your left hand.
Alternating Jump Lunges
1) Lunge forward with one leg.
2) Jump up and switch legs in mid-air.
3) Land softly and continue alternating.
Sit-ups
1) Lie on your back with your knees bent.
2) Sit up, reaching your hands toward your feet.
3) Lower back down.
Circuit #5: Leg Shred
What You Need: Just your body! This leg-focused workout is designed to build strength and shape your lower body in just 10-15 minutes.
The Routine:
- Bodyweight Squats – 20 reps
- Jump Squats – 12 reps
- Reverse Lunges – 10 reps per leg
- Wall Sit – 45 seconds
- Plank – 45 seconds
Directions:
Perform each exercise in sequence, taking short rest breaks between movements. Complete 3 rounds, with a 1-minute rest between each round.
Bodyweight Squats
1) Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
2) Lower your hips into a squat, keeping your chest up.
3) Return to standing.
Jump Squats
1) Perform a regular squat, then jump explosively off the ground.
2) Land softly.
3) Go right into the next squat.
Reverse Lunges
1) Step one foot back into a lunge, lowering until both knees are bent at 90 degrees.
2) Push through your front foot to return to standing.
3) Switch legs.
Wall Sit
1) Stand with your back against a wall.
2) Lower into a squat position with your thighs parallel to the ground.
3) Hold this position for 45 seconds.
Plank
1) Hold a forearm plank position, keeping your body straight and core tight.