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STRENGTH BUILDING - LEVEL 1

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Strength & Conditioning
Coach
Josh

****# This is where most people should start!

Level 1 is designed for individuals who want to build strength but need to improve basic movement quality, coordination, and tolerance to training first.

This program focuses on:

  1. Learning fundamental movement patterns
  2. Building joint integrity and control
  3. Developing baseline strength without overloading the body

Weekly Structure

  • 3 × 30-minute strength sessions
  • Full-body focus
  • Simple, repeatable movements that build confidence and consistency

This Program Is For You If:

You can complete the beginner movements, but cannot yet complete the intermediate movements in our screen.

Beginner screen standards:

Squat: 10 box squats, Hinge: 10 lying glute raises, Rotation: 10 Russian twists, Upper Push: 10 dumbbell chest presses, Upper Pull: 5 lying Y-T-W raises with 2-second holds

If these are achievable, but the intermediate standards feel out of reach, Level 1 is your best starting point.

What You’ll Gain

  1. Stronger joints and connective tissue
  2. Better posture and movement control
  3. Confidence under basic loads
  4. A solid base to progress safely into Level 2

This is not a “beginner forever” program; it’s a launchpad or a reset to build foundational strength.

Not Ideal For:

  1. People already comfortable with full bodyweight squats, hinging patterns, and pulling their own bodyweight
  2. Those chasing maximal strength numbers immediately

What Comes Next? Once Level 1 feels strong and controlled, Level 2 is the natural progression.

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Move Better Before You Load Heavier
Develop strong, controlled movement patterns that protect your joints and set you up for long-term progress.
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Build Strength Without Beating Your Body
Train consistently without excessive soreness or fatigue by progressing strength at the right pace.
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Learn the Core Movements Properly
Master squatting, hinging, pushing, pulling, and rotation using regressions that actually work.
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Train With Confidence, Not Guesswork
Every session is planned so you know exactly what to do and why you’re doing it.
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Prepare Your Body For Level 2
This program builds the physical capacity and movement quality needed to safely progress into harder training.
Features
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Access to your coaches
Drop us a message, and we’ll be happy to provide help and support every step of the way through the program.
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Programming 3 days per week
90 minutes of structured coaching per week, every week.
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Exercise Video Guidance
Instructional videos to guide your practice and make execution easy
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Detailed, expert instruction
Coaches who will hold you accountable and provide the feedback you need to grow
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Delivered through TrainHeroic
Using an app to track your progress helps you better understand your needs and stay motivated for the long run.
Equipment
Required
Adjustable Bench // Mixed Dumbbells // Horizontal and Vertical Cable Machine with Multiple Attachments // Seated Leg Extensions Machine // Indoor Rower // Barbell with Multiple Plate weights // Gym Mat // Resistance Bands for Assistance // Swissball
Recommended
Mini Resistance Bands for added load // Dowel
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Sample Week
Week 1 of 12-week program
Sunday
Week 1 Day 1

A1

Arm Circles

1 x 10

A2

Quadruped Cat-camels

1 x 5

A3

Prone OH Shoulder External Rotations

1 x 5

B

S/A DB Bench Row

3 x 12

C

Close Grip Lat Pulldown

3 x 12

D

Deadbugs

3 x 10

E1

Child's Pose

E2

Lateral Neck Tilt

Tuesday
Week 1 Day 3

Prep

A

Full body warm-up with dowel

If you don't have a dowel, you can do this warm-up without using a structure to lean on where necessary & the others with only your body. Follow along or do 10 reps of the following: - Ankle rolls - Quad flexes - Hamstring curls - Leg swings - Hip hinge + squat - Torso rotations - Anterior line stretch + Oblique rocks - Shoulder circles: forwards & backwards - Shoulder Circles - Protraction + retraction - Shoulder press - Jump-overs: forward & backwards - Jump-overs: side to side

B

S/L Glute Raises

3 x 15

C

Machine Seated Leg Extensions

3 x 12

D

Side Lying Abductions

3 x 15

E

Bird dog

3 x 10

F1

Hamstrings Sweeps

1 x 10

F2

Seated Figure 4 Stretch

For Completion

F3

Half-kneeling Anterior Line Stretch

Thursday
Week 1 Day 5

A

RowErg

1 x 500

B

BB Deadlift

3 x 12

C

BB OH Press

3 x 10

D1

DB Goblet Squat

3 x 10

D2

G2O

3 x 10

E1

Quadruped Cat-camels

For Completion

E2

Standing Stall Bars Quadriceps Stretch

For Completion

E3

Triceps Stretch

For Completion

E4

Child's Pose

For Completion

Coach
coach-avatar Josh

Coach Josh is a passionate and experienced trainer dedicated to helping people move better, get stronger, and achieve lasting results. Known for clear guidance, smart programming, and a no-BS approach, he empowers clients to build real strength and confidence in and out of the gym.

STRENGTH BUILDING - LEVEL 1