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Baseline Builder

Baseline Builder

Hit New PRs - Progressive Overload Focus

5 weeks of systematic and pure progressive overload focused on load increase and form mastery of both primary and accessory movements. Programming will intertwine stability, hypertrophy, and strength training in an efficient manner to build muscle and contribute to overall strength. This will be a split we revisit to retest our strength gains and maintenance of fundamental movement patterns. The goal is to progress through reps and load from week to week, without sacrificing form.

Goal:
Strength
5 weeks program 5 days/week 60-90 mins
Level:
All Levels
Location:
Gym
Goal:
Strength
5 weeks program 5 days/week 60-90 mins
Level:
All Levels
Location:
Gym
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About the program

5 weeks of systematic and pure progressive overload focused on load increase and form mastery of both primary and accessory movements. Programming will intertwine stability, hypertrophy, and strength training in an efficient manner to build muscle and contribute to overall strength. This will be a split we revisit to retest our strength gains and maintenance of fundamental movement patterns. The goal is to progress through reps and load from week to week, without sacrificing form. Week one should be spent mastering the movement patterns and taking notes of areas that may need improvements over the next 4 weeks.

    Workouts

    UPPER BODY: Back, Shoulders, Biceps
    UPPER BODY: Back, Shoulders, Biceps
    5.0
    LOWER BODY: Glutes, Hamstrings, Calves
    LOWER BODY: Glutes, Hamstrings, Calves
    5.0
    FULL BODY
    FULL BODY
    5.0
    UPPER BODY: Chest, Shoulders, Triceps
    UPPER BODY: Chest, Shoulders, Triceps
    5.0
    LOWER BODY: Quads, Glutes, Calves
    LOWER BODY: Quads, Glutes, Calves
    5.0

    Testimonials

    8 weeks of challenging workouts, but no surprise to me. I've been working out with the Sweendoggs for 2 years now with Hybrid, Strength, Hybrid 2.0 and the daily workouts on the app. Intensity has been the name of the game for some time and I love it. That's why I've stuck around! The challenge for me was about accountability and discipline. Coming out of a holiday season where cookies and fun family dinners were abundant (thank goodness for those things!), it was time for a reset and refocus. 8 weeks of workouts and commitment to water, protein and proper recovery. My biggest "change" accomplishment might even be the fact that I committed to and executed week where slept in, one FULL rest day kept my macros the same and didn't go to the gym. Most people don't have a problem doing those things, but if you do then you know exactly how difficult that was for me. Physically, sure, I lost a few pounds. 5 to be exact. love seeing some more definition in my arms and shoulders, legs and even a couple of abs showing up. I'm more impressed with the numbers that are written on paper during the daily workouts. Hitting new PRs almost WEEKLY over the last 8 weeks in every piece of the split! Back Squat PRs multiple times, ending with 250x1, Pull-ups for full sets unassisted, Deadlift pulls with ease on full body days that exceed previous 1RM and front squat PRs week after week ending with 175x2. never dreamed of hitting some of the weights that I achieved with these workouts. Over the course of the 8 weeks, I also gained some confidence to stand my ground on an issue that has been looming. Losing an accountability buddy wasn't an easy transition, but I moved on and through! Nothing holding me back in a space where I felt like I needed to be quiet.
    Ashley M.
    This challenge was a lifestyle change. I've done completions challenges set weight loss goals lifting goals, you name it I've tried it but for one reason or another never succeeded. The app, workouts, videos, detailed breakdown was a game changer. You gave me the tools to succeed and took so much of the work out of getting the job done. By that fed the process. I followed mean you spoon and I don't recognize myself. I started at 226 and I'm down to 175 from just lifting following your workouts. I have never been in this shape in my life and feel like I have built the foundation I need to carry on with my new lifestyle. I can't express my feelings but I am speechless. thank you for the opportunity in this challenge and I am hyped to continue my progress and continue to challenge myself.
    Ryan S.
    I'm attaching photos of the physical change, comparisons from the beginning of the challenge to the end. Please consider these and then imagine that the Hulk also entered me during my workouts for some of the best lifts of life so far. Thanks for a fun event and PLEASE keep 'em coming!
    Ashley S.
    (Warning, this may get long!). think the best words I have for this challenge are "Thank You!" This challenge has literally changed the course of my personal health. In the past 6 years, I've had 3 amazing boys, but with those boys came an extra 20 lbs of weight and the loss of strength i once had. I would work out extremely rarely and would try a diet here and there, but nothing would stick. When initially seeing the post about a challenge, I almost didn't join-telling myself "this will just be another failed attempt in the end". Thankfully, my amazing wife convinced me it was a win win for me either way, and not going to lie, the motivation for some cash on top made the choice to join easier. My wife can attest to the fact that I've never been able to stick to a workout plan for more than a few weeks... Until Now!! Over the last 8 weeks I have been able to build a new routine and completely change my health habits for the better! Random side note- one of my boys was diagnosed with Celiac in week 2 of the challenge so our house had to very quickly adapt to being Gluten free. This, in the end really forced me to get rid of some bad eating habits. I'm eating a million times healthier, and making sure I take time to put in the work! In the end I was down 19lbs and gained an incredible amount of strength! I went from only being able to do a couple pull ups to being able to complete 8. All I can say is thank you! Thank you for providing an opportunity for me to really challenge myself. Thank you for being present with the participants and constantly providing us with encouragement. Thank you for helping me change my life! (My wife says thank you too!) Keep up the amazing work!
    Ian M.
    8 weeks of challenging workouts, but no surprise to me. I've been working out with the Sweendoggs for 2 years now with Hybrid, Strength, Hybrid 2.0 and the daily workouts on the app. Intensity has been the name of the game for some time and I love it. That's why I've stuck around! The challenge for me was about accountability and discipline. Coming out of a holiday season where cookies and fun family dinners were abundant (thank goodness for those things!), it was time for a reset and refocus. 8 weeks of workouts and commitment to water, protein and proper recovery. My biggest "change" accomplishment might even be the fact that I committed to and executed week where slept in, one FULL rest day kept my macros the same and didn't go to the gym. Most people don't have a problem doing those things, but if you do then you know exactly how difficult that was for me. Physically, sure, I lost a few pounds. 5 to be exact. love seeing some more definition in my arms and shoulders, legs and even a couple of abs showing up. I'm more impressed with the numbers that are written on paper during the daily workouts. Hitting new PRs almost WEEKLY over the last 8 weeks in every piece of the split! Back Squat PRs multiple times, ending with 250x1, Pull-ups for full sets unassisted, Deadlift pulls with ease on full body days that exceed previous 1RM and front squat PRs week after week ending with 175x2. never dreamed of hitting some of the weights that I achieved with these workouts. Over the course of the 8 weeks, I also gained some confidence to stand my ground on an issue that has been looming. Losing an accountability buddy wasn't an easy transition, but I moved on and through! Nothing holding me back in a space where I felt like I needed to be quiet.
    Ashley M.

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    About Sam Sweeney

    Certified personal trainer & gym owner

    Hi there and welcome! I couldn’t be happier to have you! Before we jump into why you might be here, let me introduce myself. My name is Sam Sweeney. I am a certified personal trainer with 5+ years experience working with clients both in the gym and online. I am married to Noel Sweeney and together we own and operate Sweeney Fitness Gym in Minneapolis, MN. Just as many of us do, I threw myself into athletics for most of my life. I grew up playing competitive soccer through my first year of college. The transition out of team athletics is where I really struggled. I found myself grasping to anything I could get control of and in my mind I could control only a few things, how little I ate and how much I moved. I struggled with body image and disordered eating for many years after ending my soccer career. I started training for marathons shortly after. The more I ran, the more obsessed I was with how long I could go. I ran multiple marathons in this time period but I also lost myself a bit too. My recovery was a slow one. When I tell you I have seen both ends of the scale, I mean it.But this phase of life led me to the gym. In many ways strength training is what helped pull me out of a very dark place. It taught me how to shift my focus to what my body is capable of, instead of obsessing over the superficial. I have now spent several years participating, researching, and obsessing over all things fitness. The process of understanding our bodies and learning how to embrace them with balance is a tough one. It is not a “one size fits all”. We get the privilege of fighting for ourselves and the lives we want daily, that’s why I’m so passionate about this journey. Which brings us here, to you. You are the reason I am here today. Fitness might be our common denominator but we’re striving for the same thing. You deserve the chance to fight for the life you want to live. So, get ready to rumble. Your life is about to change and Im with you every step.

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    Find encouragement and accountability by connecting with others in our exclusive private community. There you can learn about nutrition, learn more about form, and connect with other members. Bonus: Sam will be right there to cheer on you.

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