Intro to Strength Phase 1

Nick Lund Performance

General Fitness, Strength & Conditioning, Functional Fitness
Coach
Nick Lund

Resurgence: To rise again.

This program is for those who are easing back into their fitness journey whether it was from time off due to injury or when life just caught up too fast. I am bringing you back to foundational work where you'll be exposed to a variety of movements to enhance mobility - strength - and conditioning. Each week progresses to allow steady growth and prevent complete burnout while rebuilding consistency in the gym.

If you're looking for a program that is a stepping stone back into pursuing your fitness journey then look no further.

Buckle up and get to work.

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Fully Primed
Mobility exercise drills are a crucial component of any fitness routine, focusing on improving joint mobility, flexibility, and overall movement quality. These drills involve dynamic movements that target specific joints and muscle groups, helping to increase range of motion, reduce stiffness, and enhance overall physical function.
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Strength Kept Simple
To reap the benefits of strength training, it's important to follow a well-rounded workout routine that targets all major muscle groups and incorporates a variety of exercises. Additionally, proper form and technique are essential to prevent injury and maximize results. Beginners should start with lighter weights and gradually increase the resistance as they become stronger.
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Go the Distance
Choose your method of cardio or mix and match. Incorporating regular cardiovascular exercise into your routine can improve heart health, increase stamina, help manage weight, reduce stress, and boost overall well-being. It's an essential aspect of a balanced fitness program aimed at improving overall health and longevity.
Features
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Access to your coaches
Coaches who will hold you accountable and provide the feedback you need to grow!
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Programming 5 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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Detailed, expert instruction
Details in the comments to help maximize each exercise!
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Delivered through TrainHeroic
Sweating over a lifeless PDF is so last year. My goal is to push you harder, know you better, and keep you going longer, all through an app.
Equipment
Required
Dumbbells // Bands // Any Cardio Equipment // Stability Ball
Recommended
Cable Machine
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Sample Week
Week 1 of 4-week program
Sunday
Day 1 - Full Body Resistance 

A

Foam Roll

1 x 3:00

B1

Manual Ankle Dorsiflexion Mobilization

1 x 5 @ 5

B2

Quadruped Adductor Rock back

1 x 5

B3

WORLD'S GREATEST STRETCH

1 x 5

B4

Iron Cross

1 x 5

B5

Dowel Shoulder Rotations

1 x 10

C1

Counterbalance Squat

2 x 8

C2

Inchworm

2 x 8

C3

Dowel Hip Hinge

2 x 10

D1

Goblet Squat

3 x 8

D2

1-Arm DB Row

3 x 8

D3

Paloff Press

3 x 10

E1

Half-Kneeling DB Shoulder Press

3 x 8

E2

DB Romanian Deadlift

3 x 8

E3

4-Way Dead Bug

3 x 10

Conditioning

F

Full Body Stretch

Hold each stretch for 30 seconds Pigeon Pose Couch Stretch Banded Hamstring Elevated Prayer Pec Stretch

Monday
Day 2 - Pre-Hab / Aerobic Conditioning / Core Circuit  

A

Foam Roll

1 x 3:00

B1

Banded Clamshell

2 x 12

B2

Banded Pull Apart

2 x 20

B3

Tibialis Raises

2 x 12

B4

Half Superman Hold

2 x 8 @ 3

C

Steady State Cardio

1 x 20:00

Conditioning

D

Core Circuit 1

Core Circuit 2-4 rounds / Rest 1-2 minutes between rounds Lying leg raises x 15 Side plank w Hip Dips x 10/10 Plank up-downs x 10/10 Russian Twists x 15/15

Conditioning

E

Full Body Stretch

Hold each stretch for 30 seconds Pigeon Pose Couch Stretch Banded Hamstring Elevated Prayer Pec Stretch

Tuesday
Day 3 - Full Body Resistance 

A

Foam Roll

1 x 3:00

B1

Standing Ankle Circles

1 x 10

B2

PNF Hamstring Stretch

1 x 5 @ 5

B3

Groiner

1 x 5

B4

T-Spine Reach

1 x 8

B5

Alternating Supermans

1 x 8

C1

Alternating Bodyweight Lunge

2 x 8

C2

Plank Shoulder Taps

2 x 8

C3

Glute Bridge

2 x 10

D1

Lateral Goblet Squat

3 x 8

D2

Lat Pull Downs

3 x 8

D3

Side Plank

3 x 30

E1

DB Bench Press

3 x 8

E2

SB Hammy Curl

3 x 8

E3

SB Rollout (Elbows)

3 x 10

Conditioning

F

Full Body Stretch

Hold each stretch for 30 seconds Pigeon Pose Couch Stretch Banded Hamstring Elevated Prayer Pec Stretch

Wednesday
Day 4 - Pre-Hab / Aerobic Intervals / Core Circuit  

A

Foam Roll

1 x 3:00

B1

Side Lying Adductor Leg Raises

2 x 12

B2

Turkish Sit Up

2 x 10

B3

Seated Hip Flexor Leg Raises

2 x 10

B4

Superman w Alt Waves

2 x 8

C

Aerobic Intervals

5 x 3:00 @ 1:00

Conditioning

D

Core Circuit 2

Core Circuit 2-4 rounds / Rest 1-2 minutes between rounds Lying toe touches x 15 Side plank w rotations x 10/10 Plank w hip rotations x 10/10 Roll Up Crunch x 15

Conditioning

E

Full Body Stretch

Hold each stretch for 30 seconds Pigeon Pose Couch Stretch Banded Hamstring Elevated Prayer Pec Stretch

Thursday
Day 5 - Full Body Resistance 

A

Foam Roll

1 x 3:00

B1

Ankle Rockbacks

1 x 10

B2

Kneeling Hip Flexor/Quad Stretch

1 x 5 @ 5

B3

Quadruped Hip C.A.R

1 x 8

B4

Cat Cow

1 x 8

B5

Side Lying Shoulder Sweeps

1 x 8

C1

Knee Hug w Reverse Lunge

2 x 8

C2

Downward Dog w Cobra

2 x 5

C3

Plank w Leg Raise

2 x 10

D1

Goblet Split Squat

3 x 8

D2

Incline DB Row

3 x 10

D3

H-K DB Chop (Low -High)

3 x 8

E1

DB Lateral Raise

3 x 10

E2

Single Leg Glute Bridge

3 x 10

E3

High Plank Drag

3 x 10

Conditioning

F

Full Body Stretch

Hold each stretch for 30 seconds Pigeon Pose Couch Stretch Banded Hamstring Elevated Prayer Pec Stretch

Coach
coach-avatar Nick Lund

Over the years of coaching, I've been exposed to youth athlete training, varsity athletes, pro athletes and the everyday gym fanatic. My objective when programming is to be able to provide the appropriate tools for my athletes and clients to be able to overcome the obstacles in front of them, whether for a championship or a day of activity with the kids. Diploma+BSc Kinesiology / CSCS / NSCA CPT /

FAQs
Is this just for beginners?
No, anyone can perform this workout! The workout difficulty can be increased depending on the intensity you push the exercises by lifting weights that are more challenging for yourself.
Can I swap the dumbbell exercises for barbell?
If your form is good and you can perform the lifts safely, then go for it. Do keep in mind though that this block will have higher reps and barbell may be too much stress if you are just starting off!
What if I can't get all 5 sessions in?
Do what you can to the best of your schedule. If you need to drop it down to 2-3 days to make it more reasonable then go for it. Maybe you can do 3 days one week and 5 the next week. Some movement is better than no movement!
Is this for general fitness or can it be used for athletes?
This program can definitely be used for athletes as well to build up a general foundation of proper lift mechanics and capacity before advancing further into their training career.
The Proof
verified-athlete-avatar Erica Lavoie

Fitness Mom

Verified Athlete

"Nick has a solid education/background in sports training & an undeniable passion for his career. With a well-established, proven track record in the development of multiple athletes & personal training clients, It became increasingly clear he had the tools I needed to get started."

verified-athlete-avatar Kyle Maksimovich

Hockey Athlete

Verified Athlete

"I’ve noticed his attention to detail through movements and lifts has been a big part in assuring I’m performing the workouts correctly and to maximize potential. I’ve noticed a more explosive stride on the ice along with a conditioned body to help me through the tough days of the season."

Intro to Strength Phase 1