SED HEAVY

SED Coaching Co

Weightlifting, Rowing, Rugby, Soccer, Swimming
Coach
Sarah Dougherty

SED HEAVY is an 8-Week Compound Lifting Program designed to maximize strength and muscle growth through a focused approach on heavy lifts. This program is ideal for intermediate to advanced lifters who aim to build a solid foundation of strength and power. By concentrating on fundamental compound movements, the program ensures comprehensive development of major muscle groups while improving overall lifting technique and performance.

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Power Output
Weight lifting boosts power output by increasing muscular strength and explosive force. This improvement enhances your ability to lift heavier weights and perform movements more efficiently. It also elevates overall athletic performance and functional strength.
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Build Strength
The Heavy Compound Lifting Program focuses on building strength by emphasizing key compound movements such as squats, deadlifts, and bench presses, which engage multiple muscle groups simultaneously. The program promotes significant increases in overall strength and power with lower rep ranges. This approach ensures a robust foundation for both functional strength and advanced lifting performance.
Features
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Access to your coaches
Sarah will hold you accountable and provide the feedback you need to grow
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Programming 3 days per week
Daily strength, conditioning, and skill training that’s accessible and challenging for athletes of any level or background
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Exercise Video Guidance
Instructional videos to guide your practice and make execution easy
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Delivered through TrainHeroic
Your coaches and team will push you harder, know you better, and keep you going longer, all through an app.
Equipment
Required
Barbell // Dumbbells, variety
Recommended
Kettlebells, variety // Theraband
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Sample Week
Week 1 of 8-week program
Sunday
Week 1 Day 1

A1

Low Squat Plank Walk Outs

1 x 10

A2

Squat with Overhead Reach

1 x 10

A3

Banded Wall Mountain Climbers

1 x 20

A4

Child’s Pose

3 x 5

B1

Back Squat

6, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4

B2

90/90 Breathing

4 x 5

C1

Barbell Bench Press

6, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4

C2

High Plank DB Drag

4 x 20

D1

Front Rack Kettlebell Set Up

4 x 12

D2

Strict Lower Hanging Leg Lifts

4 x 8

Monday
Week 1 Day 2

A1

T-Spine Reach

1 x 12

A2

Band Pull-Apart

2 x 15

A3

Inchworm Push-Up

1 x 10

A4

Quad Pull with Overhead Reach

1 x 12

B1

1-Arm DB Row

6 x 12

B2

Farmers carry

4 x 40

C1

Barbell RDL

4 x 8

C2

Cable Face Pull

4 x 8

D1

Single Arm KB Suitcase Deadlift

4 x 8

D2

DB Lateral Raise

4 x 8

Tuesday
Week 1 Day 3

A1

Hip circles

1 x 20

A2

Side Plank

2 x 30

A3

Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch

2 x 45

A4

Theraband Monster Walks

4 x 10

B1

Deadlift

6, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4

B2

Wall Push Leg Lift

3 x 30

C1

Seated DB Press

4 x 6

C2

Elevated Glute Bridge

4 x 20

D1

Split Squat

5 x 8

D2

Decline High Plank

4 x 60

Coach
coach-avatar Sarah Dougherty

Sarah Dougherty is a fitness expert specializing in strength training and nutrition. She combines her athletic and coaching backgrounds with personalized coaching to help clients achieve their health and performance goals. Sarah's approach focuses on empowering individuals to build strength and confidence in the gym for both life and sport.

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Strength and empowerment through heavy lifts

Unlock your strength and muscle growth with our heavy compound lifting program. Focused on key movements and progressive overload, it delivers powerful results. Start today and reach your full potential.

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FAQs
What are compound lifts?
Heavy compound lifts are exercises that engage multiple muscle groups simultaneously and require significant weight, such as squats, deadlifts, bench presses, and overhead presses. These lifts are essential for building overall strength and muscle mass.
Who is this program for?
This program is designed for any athlete who has experience with lifting weights. If you are a beginner, you can do this program but plan to go much lighter than the prescribed intensity.
How long will it take to see results?
Most participants begin to notice strength and muscle gains within 4 to 6 weeks, depending on their consistency and effort. Significant changes in muscle mass and performance typically become more apparent after 8 weeks
The Proof
verified-athlete-avatar Lisa Fox

Master’s Rower

Verified Athlete

"I’ve truly enjoyed training with Sarah the past few months. She makes me want to push myself to the limit with her encouragement and fun challenges. I’m always glad I showed up and am very happy with the progress I’ve made on the strength front. Looking forward to more gains in the coming year!"

verified-athlete-avatar Harrison Hunt

Collegiate Rower

Verified Athlete

"I started lifting with Sarah in January, and since then I feel a lot more powerful, have higher power output, and my technique has gotten a lot better."

verified-athlete-avatar Pam Reiter

Master’s Rower

Verified Athlete

"If you need a coach who tailors programs to you, Sarah is exceptional. I started with her last year to boost strength and mobility, and she writes programs considering my age, injuries, and sport. Since then, I've gained more strength than ever. Sarah's knowledge and enthusiasm are unmatched!"

verified-athlete-avatar Sarah

Master’s Rower

Verified Athlete

"WOW! I can’t believe the changes I am making. Sarah is great! The trainer with a smile not a scream. I am pushed and challenged every session. She is creative and I am learning new things. I leave feeling proud of my progress. Excited to keep it going into the new year"

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