7 Minute Workout

The classic scientific 7-minute circuit — twelve moves, thirty seconds on, ten seconds to change. Presets for the original and easy variations.

Start timer

How to use the 7 Minute Workout timer

  1. Choose a circuit preset

    Classic 7 Minute is 12×30/10. Use Easy, Extended, or Strength when you want different pacing.

  2. Line up twelve moves

    Have your exercise list ready — rest is only for transitions between stations.

  3. Start the timer

    Press Start timer. Work hard for each interval, switch on the short rest beep.

  4. Finish and recover

    Cool down for a few minutes. Repeat the circuit later in the week if you feel recovered.

What is the 7 Minute Workout?

The 7 Minute Workout is a short bodyweight circuit popularized as a scientific high-intensity circuit: typically 12 exercises, 30 seconds of work, and 10 seconds to transition — about seven minutes of continuous training after you start.

This free online 7 Minute Workout timer handles the clock so you can focus on form and switching stations. No signup required.

Classic, easy, extended, and strength variants

Classic 7 Minute loads 12 rounds of 30/10 — the familiar template. Easy 7 Minute shortens work and lengthens rest if you are new or returning from a break.

Extended 7 Minute keeps 30/10 but runs 20 rounds for a longer session. Strength 7 uses 45/15 with fewer rounds when you want denser sets and slower transitions.

Example exercise order

A common flow: jumping jacks, wall sit, push-ups, abdominal crunch, step-ups, squat, triceps dip, plank, high knees, lunge, push-up with rotation, and side plank — modify any move to your level.

Hotel room or office: swap jumps for marches, dips for desk push-ups, and step-ups for reverse lunges. The timer stays the same; the movements adapt.

Want denser intervals after the circuit? Try Tabata or Beginner HIIT. For longer continuous clocks, use AMRAP.

Tips for better results

Move with control — 30 seconds should feel challenging, not sloppy. Transition rest is short; stand near your next station before the beep.

Breathe steadily and stop a movement early if joints complain; switch to a lower-impact variation mid-circuit if needed.

Two to four sessions a week is plenty for most people alongside walking or other training.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the classic 7 Minute Workout?

Twelve rounds of 30 seconds work and 10 seconds rest equal 8 minutes of intervals; the popular name refers to the compact circuit format. Timer PRO also adds a short prep countdown before round one.

Do I need equipment?

No. The classic circuit is bodyweight. A sturdy chair or step helps for dips and step-ups, but you can substitute floor variations.

Is the 7 Minute Workout timer free?

Yes. It runs in your browser with no account. The Timer PRO iOS app is optional for offline workouts and voice cues.

What if 30/10 is too hard?

Use Easy 7 Minute (20 work / 15 rest), slow the movements down, or pick lower-impact substitutes while keeping the same clock.

Can I make the workout longer?

Yes — choose Extended 7 Minute for more rounds, Strength 7 for longer work intervals, or run Classic twice with a short break between.