Week 5

Strength & Control Progression

Purpose of This Week

  • Integrate foundational strength work using bodyweight movements.
  • Reinforce balance, control, and pelvic/rib stability during more challenging positions.
  • Prepare the body to tolerate future load progression.

Goals for Week 5

  • Develop strength and endurance in lower body stances and lunges.
  • Build posterior chain strength through glute bridge variations.
  • Introduce progressive upper body pushing variations.
  • Improve single-leg balance and control through staggered stance and lunges.
  • Reinforce rib and pelvic stability during more complex movements.

Tips for Success

  • Focus on controlled movement over speed.
  • Maintain breath control and core stability throughout.
  • Progress gradually—listen to your body.
  • Emphasize quality of movement as intensity increases.