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Ladies In Fitness Together: Building strength & stamina by making workouts @ home exactly what we need them to be!
Strength Focused Workouts
Whole body workouts centered around building strength, in addition to stamina, balance and power!
There will be different variations to ensure we meet you were you are at!
Every replay is a whole body workout that includes movements to prepare you (warm up) and help you transition to your next task of the day (cool down)
Use the workout tracking sheet (click here) to help you “save” favorite workouts or note workouts you want to repeat and improve how strong you feel doing it!
Use the exercise weight tracking sheet (click here) to help you determine what weights to use allowing you to build on your experience
“Embrace your Strength & Express it often, This is how it Grows”
STRENGTH FOCUSED WORKOUTS
For Recommended Stretches, click the name of the stretch to watch a demo video
SQUAT ROW + CORE FINISHER CLASSIC
Monday Replay
FOCUS: We are going to target the lower & upper body together, finishing with 2 core focused exercises. Grouping the exercises together brings in an endurance component along with strength work.
**Couplet = a workout or workout segment that is only 2 exercises. Simple and effective.
EQUIPMENT: chair/bench/couch for thigh stretch
- dumbbells & floor space
4 Round Couplet
Squat & Bent over Row
3 Round Couplet
Plank Shoulder Taps & Russian Twists
SHOULDERS PLUS PLUS
EASTER BREAK BONUS WORKOUT
Focus: Posture, Back and Shoulder work! This is a low intensity movement session that delivers a great challenge and feel for the whole core and upper body. Squats, as always will provide a good challenge for balancing strength in the lower body with a very functional movement pattern. Let’s go!
Equipment: dumbbells, small loop resistance band (optional)
Every Minute On the Minute - 4 Rounds of 3 Exercises
EMOM x 12 minutes
Palm Up Front Arm Raise
Goblet Squat
Palm Up Standing Fly
Standing Banded Hip Extension
SIDE STEPPING EMOM
Focus: No counting just moving! Another feel good warm up using a chair.
Equipment: balance touch point = chair or wall
- small loop resistance band
- dumbbells
EMOM x 12 Rounds
1. Weighted (Banded) Side Steps
2. Standing Starfish Crunch (Side crunch)
3. alternating Bent Over Row
FLOOR STRENGTH
Focus: Today we moving for “time” vs. repetitions. This will allow us to focus in on what we are feeling in over bodies instead of counting. This workout focuses on leg and core strength on the floor with a progressive series of movements that build on themselves!
Equipment: dumbbells, yoga block or firm pillow (optional)
Tabata/EMOM mash up
4 Rounds / 45 seconds of movement per exercise
Glute Bridge variations (holds, marching, regular up and down)
Leg Lower variations (yoga block squeeze, single leg)
Palm Up Front Raises + Flys
Kneeling Weighted Side Bends & Rotations
WATERFALL
Focus: Each round we will add 1 movement, waterfalling into repetition of movements! This workout gives you the chance to challenge your strength endurance with descending reps, which may also allow you to increase the weight you lift with each round.
Equipment: small loop resistance band (optional), dumbbells, chair or bench for support
Rounds
Banded Side Steps and Hip extensions
Goblet or Body Weight Squat
Bent Over Fly
Banded Marching
UP AND AT IT
Focus: We warm up the hips with a fun flow on the floor and then get up into standing to build strength and balance with some single leg work. Of course we will work the upper body and core.
Equipment: a bit more than usual and it’s all for some challenging fun!
yoga block or firm pillow
small loop resistance band
chair or wall
2 Rounds
Dumbbell Shoulder Rotation
Side lying Hip Inward Rotation
2 Rounds
Banded Side arm pause
Standing Hip Opener
4 Rounds
10 /leg Kickstand Deadlift
10 Standing Side Bend / Standing Dumbbell Chop
6-8 + 8-10 Tricep Extension / Side Arm Raise**
Drop set: a heavier set followed by a lighter set
DUMBBELL DANCE
Focus: We got it all today; Core focus, Heavy lower body challenge with a classic Back and Upper Body exercise. And of course, a little bit of speed to express out power!
Workout style: Every Minute on the Minute we will move through 4 different exercises.
4 Rounds x 4 exercises each 1 minute = 16 minutes of work
Just like any other style of workout, we can adjust how much challenge we want within each minute. Lighter weights and more repetitions, moderate and heavier weight so smaller broken up sets of repetitions within the minute
EMOM 4 Rounds = 16 minutes
Sumo Squat, sets of 5-10 reps
Russian Twist, sets of 14-20 alternating reps
Double Dumbbell Bent Over Row, sets of 7-10 reps
Dumbbell Snatch, sets of 2 /side alternating
DEUX AMRAPS
FOCUS: Each mini AMRAP contains a dumbbell exercise and a jumping variation exercise, this means we will be challenging our strength a bit short of breath. This is a great way to increase our stamina as well as our core function! The jumping variation exercises are meant to elevate your heart rate while challenging our landing abilities, and the strength
Equipment: Dumbbells, your powerful self
5 Minute AMRAP
Single Leg Bounding or Jumping
Side Arm Raise / Front Rack Shoulder Opener
8 Minute AMRAP
Jack variation: stepping, bouncing, jumping OR Squat to Buttkick
Plank Side Crunch (Mountain Climber)
Dumbbell Deadlift
Recovery Stretches for DEUX AMRAPS
Seated Low Back & Side Body Stretch 4-6 reps bending and straightening knee + 3-5 deep breath hold
Front of Hip & Thigh Stretch (couch stretch) 1-2 minutes per side
HIP FOCUSED STRENGTH
Focus: Strength focused strength = actively moving ourselves into end range positions to stretch tissues opposite to the ones that are shortening with force!
On the floor and then in standing we move the hips a lot and get in some good core and shoulder work too!
Equipment: small loop resistance band
Rounds
Hands and knees Banded Leg Extensions + Floor Press variations
Standing Banded Hip Extensions + Dumbbell Rotations + Marching
Recovery Stretches
SUMOO CLEAN & PRESS
FOCUS: Yes, the second “o” is on purpose because we sumo squat and sumo deadlift today! We are also upleveling our strength into power with dumbbell cleans and push presses
Equipment: chair & dumbbells
ROUNDS
8-10 Dumbbell Clean & Press
8-10 Sumo Deadlift
12-16 alternating Standing Dumbbell Rotations (horizontal + diagonal)
8-10 Sumo Squat
Recovery Stretches for Sumoo Clean & Press
ON THE FLOOR
Floor, Kneeling Long leg Groin Stretch, 5 rock backs + 5 deep breath stretch hold
Side lying Rotation, 3-5 rotations + arm circles, pause for a stretch 3-5 deep breaths
Lying Back of Leg / Hamstring Stretching, 1 minute per side, bending knee + ankles circles
STANDING
Standing Long Groin Stretch at desk or counter, 6-10 alternating reps side to side, finish with 5 deep breath hold to stretch each side
Standing Dancer Circles (spine rotation, shoulders & hamstrings), 3-5 reps per direction, slow and pausing when you feel a stretch
CORE TO EXTREMITY
FOCUS: Core Endurance while we move our legs and arms around our trunk. This is a very grounding core focused workout that can really help you find connection in a couple of different ways. In your body through the movement, in your mind when you focus in on yourself, and your spirit when you create space to be who you want to be as you move! Strength training can be grounding and this is the intention today!
Equipment: Floor space, dumbbells, your strong-ass self!!
4 Rounds
Bird Dog Row
Side Plank Hip Thrusts
Kneeling Dumbbell Chops
Dumbbell Leg Lowers (pregnant substitute Hands & Knee Bird Dog Crunch - click for demo video)
LUNGE, PRESS & CORE
FOCUS: As you are able pending energy levels, choose weights and variations of each movement that allow you to move consistently over the whole 30 seconds. We are chasing enjoyment, consistent technique even under fatigue, and strength gains for all the warm weather activites!!
Equipment: dumbbells & your spunk!
Tabata Style Workout - 30 seconds of work for each movement
alternating Bicep Curl & Tricep Extensions (different variations each round)
R side Standing Core - Side Crunch & Cross Body
L side Standing Core - Side Crunch & Cross Body
Right Lunge (static or reverse or forward)
Left Lunge
Overhead Press into Overhead Push Press
SLOW ROLL DEADLIFT
FOCUS: Building foundational strength in a movement we use every day, the hip hinge.
This AMRAP provides another opportunity to express your strength! The name fits perfectly as we roll steady through each movement.
AMRAP = As Many Reps As Possible = In the time domain, move at a pace that is best for you, taking breaks as you need
Equipment: small loop resistance band (optional), dumbbells
AMRAP 16 minutes
Deadlifts
Palm up Standing Fly / Palm Up Bent Over Row
Banded Slow Mountain Climber / Standing Banded Hip Extension
*alternating movements for arms and lower body with core
Recovery Stretches for Slow Roll Deadlifts
CONSISTENT INTENSITY
FOCUS: Today you decide your intensity with this EMOM style workout. Intensity of endurance or heavier challenged strength.
Either way you prefer to lift today, you will reap the benefits of increasing strength, stamina and muscle density. Of course our heart, lungs and bones all benefit as well too!
Enjoy this quicker paced workout.
EMOM = Every Minute On the Minute x 4 Rounds = 16 minutes
Bent Over Fly
Squat
Up Down Plank
Dumbbell Punch & Twist / Jack Variation (stepping, bouncing
Recovery Stretches for Consistent Intensity
Calf Stretching on the Stairs - stairs case or sturdy surface 4+ inches tall - 20+ alternating reps marching heels up and down + heels down stretch
Across Body Shoulder Stretch - sitting or standing, pull the arm across your body to stretch muscles between shoulder blade and spine, 4-6 deep breath hold per side
Standing Forward Fold - Low back & hamstrings
4-6 reps pedaling legs (alternating bending and straightening)
4-6 reps side bending
STANDING STAMINA
FOCUS: Integrated core into upper and lower body movements in standing. This whole workout is done in standing, so it automatically challenges our core and back.
Tabata Style workout = intervals of movement for 30 seconds, keeping us moving consistently and with some speed. Not out of control speed but intentional and faster.
Equipment: Small loop resistance band (optional) & our favorite; dumbbells
Tabata Style Workout = 30 seconds moving, 10 sec transition/rest between movements
Palm Up Front Arm Raise
Banded Star Touch (single leg exercise)
Tricep Kickbacks
Banded & Weighted Side Steps
Recovery Stretches for Standing Stamina
Seated Low Back & Side Body Stretch 4-6 reps bending and straightening knee + 3-5 deep breath hold
Front of Hip & Thigh Stretch (couch stretch) 1-2 minutes per side
Bicep & Neck Stretch 4-6 reps bending and straightening knee + 3-5 deep breath hold
UPSIDE DOWN OVERHEAD PRESSING
Thursday Replay
FOCUS: This one has a really fun flow on the floor improving our wrist, shoulder and core strength! It will bring you very present to how you can find strength and great control with your body. As always, you have access to different variations of pressing yourself from the floor as one of our main exercises!
Equipment: Floor space and dumbbells
ROUNDS
”Bear Lifts” to “Down dog” progression
Side Plank Hip Lift
Hollow Side Reaches
Recovery Stretches for Upside Down Overhead Pressing
Fingers & Wrist Stretching on the Wall 1-3 minutes per side
SORE WRISTS? Follow along to this non-weightbearing wrist mobility routine 1-2 times a week for 4 weeks
Wall Glute Stretch 1-3 minutes per side
Side lying Rotation Stretch 3-5 “snow angel arms” and 3-5 deep breath stretch hold
DEADLIFT, PLANK & ROW
FOCUS: As always a great warm up into our main strength peice! Today we combine 3 simple movements to create a challenging and fun combo. We are testing our balance and strength with a single leg deadlift to march, and we get to revisit our strength in planking and the bent over row!
Equipment: chair/bench
small loop resistance band, dumbbells, your strong @ss self!
ROUNDS
Lighter band & dumbbell work in the warm up leading to:
Single Leg Deadlift to March
Single Arm Bent Over Row
Plank Pull Thru
Recommended Stretches for after DEADLIFT, ROW & PLANK
BUILDING ROUNDS
FOCUS: Each round builds on each other, progressing movements and weight! As always, we start with a warm up to ground into how we are feeling today and then progress into lighter shoulder work and slower lower body strength. We explore a couple different tricep exercises variations and build up to some jumping!
Equipment: Dumbbells, Chair/bench
Rounds
alternating Bicep Curl & Tricep Extension
Squat Jump (various impact levels)
Standing Dumbbell Horizontal Rotation + Side Chop
Side Lunge
Recommended Stretches for after BUILDING SETS
Floor - Long leg Groin Stretch
Standing : Long Groin Stretch
MOOD BOOSTER
FOCUS: Frequent “cardio” breaks between strength, exposing us to some fun jumping and free movement (low, moderate or higher impact). Match your mood and hopefully feel even better after in your mind, body and soul!
Equipment: Dumbbells and your amazing self!
Rounds
**between rounds Jumping Jack variation (stepping, bouncing, jumping options)
alternating rounds between:
Sumo Deadlifts & Side Lunge
Standing or Kneeling Overhead Press & Dumbbell Chop
Recommended Stretches for after MOOD BOOSTER
*click the name to see the follow along video
10 minute Follow along Stretching Replay - Calves & Hamstrings on the stairs - click here
Bicep & Neck Stretch 4-6 reps bending and straightening knee + 3-5 deep breath hold
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Seated Low Back Stretch 4-6 reps bending and straightening knee + 3-5 deep breath hold
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Kneeling Lunge Hip Flexor + Groin + Hamstring 5-8 reps through each movement on both sides
or
Side lying Hamstring 4-6 reps bending and straightening knee + 3-5 deep breath hold
or
Standing Single Leg Hamstring - 30-60 seconds per leg
SQUAT & SHUFFLE
MONDAY REPLAY
Focus: Today brings in side to side (lateral) movement; a fun way to add variety and improve balance and agility! All humans need agility because sometimes kids run or we have to from something! Choose your speed this evening with an AMRAP.
AMRAP = As Many Reps As Possible = In the time domain, move at a pace that is best for you, taking breaks as you need
EQUIPMENT: dumbbells, chair or bench, 10-15 feet of clear space
AMRAP 15 minutes
8-12 alternating Bicep Curl in Sumo Squat Hold / Side Arm Raise*
*alternate each round between Bicep Curls & Side Arm Raise
8-10 Weighted Sumo Squat
16-20 alternating Slow Mountain Climber
**variations: elevated on a chair or from the floor, hands or elbows
3-5 reps Side Shuffle (slower or faster)
1 rep = 8 + 8 feet (there & back) = 16 feet or 30-45 seconds
Recommended Stretches Post Squat & Shuffle
*click the name to see the follow along video
Seated Glute Stretch - pulling knee across body - 3-5 deep breath hold
Bicep & Neck Stretch - need chair or railing - move neck to stretch & option to hold 3-5 deep breaths
Calf Stretching on the Stairs - stairs case or sturdy surface 4+ inches tall - 20+ alternating reps marching heels up and down + heels down stretch
PALMS UP
Focus: Today is about higher repetitions to focus on more “strength endurance”. For each exercise we are going to be move for 30 seconds. Moving not for reps but for time focused on feeling and moving over counting.
Equipment: dumbbells, small loop resistance band, couch/chair/bench
Tabata Style: 30 seconds per movement
Squat
Front Arm Raises + Palm Up Fly
Standing (Banded) Hip Extensions
3 Rounds Plank Shoulder Taps to finish
SUMO PRESS
FOCUS: Bending from our hips is an important pattern of movement for life. Today, we put a fun twist on a foundational exercise, the Sumo Deadlift. Always full body; there is also some good shoulder and core challenge with a rotational exercises. First we warm up, then we lift!
Equipment: your faithful dumbbells
4 Rounds
Sumo Deadlift + Kneeling Dumbbell “Chop” + Overhead Press
SQUAT, ROW & CORE FINISHER
FOCUS: We are going to target the lower & upper body together, finishing with 2 core focused exercises. Grouping the exercises together brings in an endurance component along with strength work.
EQUIPMENT: dumbbells & floor space
4 Rounds
Squat & Bent over Row
3 Rounds
Plank Shoulder Taps & Russian Twists
HINGE & CURL
FOCUS: Single leg exercises improve strength and balance! We also will work on postural strength with our upper body exercise today; curls for the gurls! The 3 and final movement today are Hollow Leg Lowers to imrpove front abdominal wall strength.
Equipment: dumbbells, you’re amazing self
4 Rounds
Single Leg Deadlifts,
alternating Bicep Curls with Triceps Extensions
Dumbbell Hollow Leg Lowers
