ScotT MARTIN

strength program

week 1 - Day 1

Important Definitions / Terms
Tempo
Br = Breathing Tempo
For breathing tempo (Br), this includes NGSE = Nasal, Gentle, Slow, Expansive. This is how your breathing should be through the entire movement. Keep your breathing separate to the movement, meaning you do not need to inhale and exhale in-sync with the movement. You should be able to breathe through your nose, gently, slowly and allow your ribs expand as you complete the exercise.
Str = Strength Tempo
For strength tempo (Str), there are four phases to every movement: activeholdloadinghold. If there is only one number, this refers to the holding phase at the end position of the movement. If there are two numbers this refers to the active and loading phase of the movement. If there are three numbers, this refers to the active, holding phase at the end position, and the loading phase. If there are four numbers, this refers to the active, holding phase at the end position, loading, and the holding phase at the start position. Controlled means move at your own slow and controlled tempo. You don't need to pause, but if it feels good — go for it; whatever feels best to you.
Day 1 — Prescription
Movement Prep. Exercises Sets Reps Time RPE Weight Tempo Rest
Movement Prep. Foam Roll Thighs 1-3 1 1min each side 5 n/a Br NGSE n/a

Day 1 — Prescription
Strength Exercises Sets Reps Time RPE Weight Tempo Rest
Strength Up Dog/Down Dog 3 5 n/a 5 BW Br NGSE n/a

Day 1 — Prescription
Strength Exercises Sets Reps Time RPE Weight Tempo Rest
Strength Barbell Back Squat 3 5 n/a 7 60-70% Str 2-2-2 1-minute

Day 1 — Prescription
Strength Exercises Sets Reps Time RPE Weight Tempo Rest
Strength Lunge Matrix 3 5 each side n/a 7 BW Str 2-2-2 1-minute