EAST | Live

East Austin Strength Training

Jiu Jitsu, Strength & Conditioning, Martial Arts

Coaches

Dr.Sean McEachern PT,DPT and Stacey Rikalo

Can't train at East Austin Jiu Jitsu Parlor? Now you can lift with us LIVE from anywhere.

Built for world class competitors and dedicated hobbyists, EAST delivers full-body strength and conditioning that makes sense for grappling.

Improve your performance and durability so you can stay on the mats.

Inside EAST LIVE you’ll get:

-> Programming tested by Athletes from world class competitors to weekend warriors

-> Clear video instruction for every lift

-> Progress tracking + lift logging in the TrainHeroic app

-> The same strength and conditioning followed at East Austin Jiu Jitsu Parlor

Created by a grappler and Doctor of Physical Therapy - and proven by some of the best in the game.

Train smarter so you can be better.

Don’t get left behind. Join EAST Live.

$40 / mo

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Build Strength and Power

More strength means less injuries, a bigger gas tank, and technique that holds up at black belt.

Prevent Injuries

3 sessions per week to make you stronger, reduce your risk of injury, and maintain energy for the mats.

Building athleticism

Use specific running and jumping drills to develop coordination, speed, and be a better athlete.

Train with confidence

Programming that has won everything from ADCC Medals to the World Series.

Hard to break. Built to last.

EAST isn’t just about getting stronger — it’s about becoming the athlete who’s hard to wear down, hard to break, and built to last. Unlock progress that carries from the weight room to the mat, pushing you closer to the athlete you know you can be.

Features

Programming 3 days per week

Training that helps hobbyists feel better and world class competitors break through plateaus.

Exercise Video Guidance

Videos that guide your sessions and teach you workouts you've never seen before

Delivered through TrainHeroic

Log your results, track your progress and connect with your coach all in one place.

Equipment

Required

Barbell // Dumbbells // Kettlebells // Pull-Up Bar // Bench

Sample Week

I will write fresh programming weekly. You’ll get notifications when they’re ready

Sunday

Week 1 Day 1

Back Squat

4 x 3 @ 75 %

Weighted Strict Pullup

4 x 3

Strict Press

4 x 3 @ 75 %

Good Morning Isometric

3 x 0:10

Tuesday

Week 1 Day 3

Marching

2 x 50

High Knees With Forward Travel

2 x 50

Single Leg Bounds

2 x 50

Lateral High Knees

2 x 50

Medicine Ball Slam

2 x 10

Bear Crawl

2 x 50

2 Step Sprint

3 x 2

Forward Leg Swing

3 x 5

Inch worm Plyo

3 x 2

Arm Swing

3 x 10

High Knee Dribble

3 x 50

Head Circles

3 x 10

DB Split Squat

2 x 0:10

Thursday

Week 1 Day 5

DB Rear Foot Elevated Split Squat

4 x 3

1-Arm DB Row

4 x 3

Rack Pull

4 x 3 @ 75 %

Incline Barbell Bench Press

4 x 3 @ 75 %

Pull Up Iso Hold

3 x 0:10

Coaches

More from East Austin Strength Training

Dr.Sean McEachern PT,DPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy, Co-owner of East Austin Jiu Jitsu Parlor, Prior Competitive Weightlifter, Jiujitsu Purple belt

Stacey Rikalo

Strength and conditioning coach with 10+ years of experience. Stacey specializes in women's strength training and has trained Jiu Jitsu for 3+ years.

Get stronger so you can train longer.

Stop guessing and letting your body break. Train smarter with EAST

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FAQs

Do I need to be an experienced lifter to join?

Nope. EAST is designed for everyone from absolute beginners to seasoned lifters. All movements come with clear video instruction, so you can start building strength safely and confidently.

How often should I train with EAST?

EAST adds 3 strength & conditioning sessions per week so you can be stronger, faster, and durable enough to keep training Jiu Jitsu.

Will this make me bulky or slow on the mat?

Not unless that’s your goal. EAST focuses on strength, durability, and performance so you’ll move faster, recover better, and roll harder without unnecessary bulk. If you want to fill out the next weight class we can help you with that.

Is EAST suitable if I’m recovering from injury?

Absolutely. The program is scalable and adaptable. If you want extra guidance, upgrading to CUSTOM or ELITE gives you programming and coaching that’s tailored to your needs.

Can I do EAST alongside my regular Jiu Jitsu classes?

You’ll start feeling improvements in strength, stability, and movement within the first few weeks. Long-term performance and durability compounds as you stick with the program.

How long until I see results?

You’ll start feeling improvements in strength, stability, and movement within the first few weeks, with long-term performance and durability compounding as you stick with the program.

The Proof

Chris Wojcik

CJI 2 Team winner, ADCC veteran

Verified Athlete

"I love that I have access to a PT who understands Jiu Jitsu, Sean has a ton of experience in terms of strength training, he's obviously very strong and has ton of knowledge"