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Lakewood 12™ | Strength Builders Path 💪🏾

Lakewood Fitness and Wellness

General Fitness, Multi-sport, Strength & Conditioning, Functional Fitness, Weightlifting
Coach
Barry Hoven

Strength that meet you where you are!

The Lakewood 12 Strength Builders Path is for adults who want to get stronger without being thrown into a cookie-cutter program.

Maybe you’re coming back, maybe you’ve been active but feel stuck, or maybe you just want a clear direction that doesn’t take over your life. This is purposeful strength training, not punishment.

We build practical Full-body strength through progressive training that improves movement, stability, and confidence. No junk volume, no destruction for destruction’s sake.

As part of the Lakewood 12 system, strength is a path, not a box. You start where you are, build from there, and adjust as your goals evolve. What makes it different? You’re not buying random workouts. You’re following a coached progression built around consistency, quality movement, and measurable improvement. Whether your goal is lifting heavier, feeling strong day to day, or proving something to yourself, This gives you somewhere to start and somewhere to go next.

***Discover what strong feels like. ***

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Strength for everyday life!
Build practical, full-body strength that carries beyond the gym. Move with greater confidence.
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Built Here. Ready Anywhere.
Build strength that goes with you. Lakewood 12™ develops practical strength, stability, and confidence for the gym, home, outdoors, travel, and everyday life.
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Your Coach Stays With You.
Lakewood 12™ isn’t a download-and-disappear program. Check in, log your training, ask questions, and share what’s working—or what isn’t. Your coach can see your progress and help keep your training moving in the right direction.
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Training That Adapts To You
Lakewood 12™ meets you where you are. Exercises, intensity, and progressions can be adjusted to your experience, available equipment, and performance. The goal isn’t to force you through a workout—it’s to keep you progressing with purpose.
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There's Always A Next Step
Lakewood 12™ turns training into a journey, not a finish line. Build strength, develop new abilities, and discover where your next Path can take you. As you progress, your training evolves with you—giving you something meaningful to work toward beyond simply finishing another workout.
Features
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Access to your coaches
Real coaching when you need direction.
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Programming 3 days per week
Progressive strength training built for real people, with clear direction, purposeful progression, and room to grow.
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Exercise Video Guidance
Short demos so you train confidently.
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Detailed, expert instruction
Know the why behind the work, not just sets and reps.
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Delivered through TrainHeroic
Everything is organized in one place.
Equipment
Required
Olympic Barbell // Olympic Weight Plates // Squat Rack or Half-Rack // Adjustable Benches // Dumbbells // Resistance Bands
Recommended
Cable Machine // Kettlebells
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Sample Week
Week 1 of 6-week program
Sunday
Strength Builder - Week 1 - Day 1

A

Treadmill Work

B1

Sit to Stand

2 x 8

B2

Hip Hinge

2 x 8

B3

Paloff Press

4 x 8

C

Goblet Squat

3 x 8

D

1/2 Kneeling Single Arm Press - LWF12

6 x 8

E1

Chest-Supported Cable Row - LWF12

3 x 10

E2

Cable Facepull

3 x 12

F

Suitcase Carry

4 x 40

Tuesday
Strength Builder - Week 1 Day 3

A

Treadmill Work

B1

Sit to Stand

2 x 8

B2

Hip Hinge

2 x 8

B3

Paloff Press

4 x 8

C

1/2 Kneeling Single Arm Press - LWF12

6 x 8

D

Single Leg RDL

6 x 8

E

Lat Pulldown

3 x 10

F

DB Farmer's Walk

3 x 12

Thursday
Strength Builder - Week 1 Day 5

A

Treadmill Work

B1

Sit to Stand

2 x 8

B2

Hip Hinge

2 x 8

B3

Paloff Press

4 x 8

C

Goblet Squat

3 x 8

D

1/2 Kneeling Single Arm Press - LWF12

6 x 8

E1

Chest-Supported Cable Row - LWF12

3 x 10

E2

Cable Facepull

3 x 12

F

Suitcase Carry

4 x 40

Coach
coach-avatar Barry Hoven

Barry Hoven is an ISSA Certified Trainer with over 20 years of experience. Kettlebell Athletics certified and a former U.S. Army paratrooper. Barry takes an individual-first approach. He built the Lakewood 12 system so that people can train the path that fits them. No cookie-cutter plans, no punishment. Just purposeful work that builds strength and confidence.

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Your Path. Your Strength, Your Next Step. 👟

You don't need another random workout. You need a path that meets you where you are and moves forward with purpose. Lakewood 12 combines progressive training, real coaching, and practical strength you can use beyond the gym. Choose your path. Do the work.

Get Lakewood 12™ | Strength Builders Path 💪🏾
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FAQs
Who is Strength Builders for?
Strength Builders is for adults who want practical, full-body strength with a clear plan. Whether you're new to strength training, returning after time away, or ready for more purposeful training, you'll start where you are and build from there.
How often will I train?
You'll train three days per week for 6 weeks. Each workout follows a progressive structure designed to build strength, improve movement quality, and increase confidence without unnecessary volume.
What equipment do I need?
You'll need access to an Olympic barbell and plates, squat or half rack, adjustable bench, dumbbells, and resistance bands. A cable machine and kettlebells are recommended but not required.
What if I need to modify an exercise?
That's part of good training. Exercises can be adjusted to your ability, equipment availability, or movement needs while preserving the workout's purpose. The goal is productive training - not forcing everyone into the exact same movement.
Is Strength Builders suitable for beginners?
Yes. Strength Builders meets you at your current level and progresses from there. You don't need to be an experienced lifter. Start with loads and movements appropriate for your ability, focus on quality movements, and build progressively.
The Proof
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Avid Runner

Verified Athlete

"Verified Lakewood Fitness Athlete - testimonial coming soon."

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Catering Manager

Verified Athlete

"At 63, my fitness journey reminds me that it's never too late to get stronger, challenge yourself, and keep moving forward. Every workout is an investment in the person I want to be tomorrow. I keep showing up, putting in the work, and celebrating progress all the way."

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Retired Nurse + Super Grandmom

Verified Athlete

"In retirement, I decided I wanted to keep moving. My goal was to get myself up off the floor, so I started my journey with Barry as my trainer. My training is varied and challenging. This makes each session interesting and keeps me engaged and coming back for more."

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Marketing Professional

Verified Athlete

"I had never worked out and felt intimidated by the gym. A year after starting with Barry, I have learned so much and feel much more confident. He is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and takes time to explain things. Having someone teach you and build your confidence makes all the difference."

Lakewood 12™ | Strength Builders Path 💪🏾