Strength Training
Day 1: Upper Body & Core
Push-ups: 3-5+ sets of 5-10+ reps
Barbell or Dumbbell Bent-over Rows: 3-5 sets of 6-12 reps
Abs Exercises:
Planks: 3+ sets of 30-60+ seconds
Bicycle Crunches: 3-5 sets of 10-15+ reps per side
Day 2: Lower Body & Core
Dumbbell Squats: 3-4 sets of 8-12 reps
Romanian Deadlifts: 3-4 sets of 6-10 reps
Abs Exercises:
Leg Raises: 3+ sets of 10-15 reps
Russian Twists: 3+ sets of 15 reps per side
Day 3: Arms & Shoulders
Arm Curls: 3-5 sets of 6-12 reps
Triceps Kickbacks: 3-5 sets of 6-12 reps each arm
Dumbbell Presses: 3 sets of 6-12 reps
Day 4: Active Recovery
Walking: 30 minutes at a moderate pace
Day 5: Power & Strength
Power Cleans, Hanging Cleans, or Clean and Jerks: 3-5 sets of 4-7 reps
Choose one (or two) variant per week to focus on and perfect the technique.
Day 6: Active Recovery
Walking: 30 minutes at a moderate pace
Day 7: Cardio & Core
Running: 10-20+ minutes at a moderate pace
Abs Exercises:
Crunches & Sit-ups: 3-5 sets of 5-20+ reps
Additional Tips:
Progression: Gradually increase the weight or reps as you get stronger to ensure continuous improvement.
Form and Technique: Always prioritize proper form to avoid injuries, especially with complex movements like cleans.
Rest: Take at least 1-2 minutes of rest between sets for strength exercises. For abs, you might shorten this to 30-45 seconds.
Option: If more recovery is needed, create a Day 8, or Day 9 for full rest days.