What are the goals of the program? Pure Strength is a program designed to build functional strength AND muscle.
Who are these workouts for (skill-level)? Pure Strength is an intermediate to advanced training program. These workouts require moderate to heavy loading / intensity for basic strength movements like squats, deadlifts, and overhead pressing. A minimum of 1-2 years of weight training experience is strongly recommended.
What do I need to participate in this program? You will need access to a variety of weights- dumbbells, kettlebells, or barbells & plates.
There are many bodyweight movements included in the program. Also, many of the loaded movements can be modified with the use of resistance bands.
How to schedule the program into a week? The Pure Strength program features a 4-day weekly split - twice a week upper body, twice a week lower body.
Train upper body and lower body on consecutive days then take a rest day for mobility and low intensity cardio.
•Monday: Upper body
•Tuesday: Lower body
•Wednesday: Active rest & mobility
•Thursday: Upper body
•Friday: Lower body
•Saturday: Light cardio & mobility
•Sunday: Rest
How to get the best outcome of the program? For maximum results...
•Take your time and don’t rush through the exercises. Focus on time under tension
•Focus on creating a strong mind-muscle connection.
•Modify movements so that you can focus on perfecting the form.
•Train smart and listen to your body. Adapt the sets and reps to challenge your body but avoid working to fatigue / form break down.