Stronger You: Foundation
FOUR weeks to a STRONGER YOU!
We all know that resistance training is key to getting and staying strong, toned and lean. If you are less clear on the why and how, this four-week course is for you!
This carefully planned programme provides a full-body, 30-minute workout that targets all muscle groups. Each week you will see progress in your fitness and confidence as you get stronger and leaner.
How does it work?
Each week you will do two resistance classes with Clare and one functional strength class with Emma. The classes change weekly as you progress.
What do I need?
All you need are weights that are light, medium and heavy for you. If you are new to resistance training, just use your body weight for the first week.
The classes
WEEK 1:
Learning the basics
Start to build up strength using four exercises this course is based on – squats, chest presses, deadlifts and frontal raises – to target your main muscle groups. An emphasis on technique, to ensure you perform the exercises with good form.
WEEK 2:
Building and progressing
Build on the exercises introduced last week, refining technique and adding variations that give the muscles more to do. Squat with pulse, deadlift, single arm chest press and frontal/lateral raise.
WEEK 3:
Adding variation
Continue adding variations to the basic exercises – goblet squat, chest press with isometric holds and leg lifts, slow-motion deadlift and front/lateral raise.
WEEK 4:
Time under tension
Varying the basic exercises increases the amount of time your muscles are under tension, making them work harder. Squat with side step, unilateral chest press, sumo deadlifts and shoulder press.