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Intermediate Strength

Strongman Starter

Build functional strength like the world's strongest

Introduction to strongman-style training. Odd objects, carries, and movements that build real-world strength. Great for breaking plateaus and building mental toughness.

3
Days/Week
8
Weeks
60
Min/Session
15
Exercises

Weekly Schedule

Day 1: Press Day

Overhead Strength

5 exercises
1 Log Press/Push Press
5 × 3-5
2 Dumbbell Strict Press
4 × 8-10
3 Lateral Raises
3 × 12-15
4 Face Pulls
3 × 15-20
5 Farmer Walks
4 × 40m

Day 2: Pull Day

Deadlift & Back

5 exercises
1 Deadlift
5 × 3-5
2 Barbell Rows
4 × 6-8
3 Pull-ups
4 × AMRAP
4 Sandbag Carries
4 × 40m
5 Grip Work (Dead Hangs)
3 × Max time

Day 3: Legs & Events

Squat & Conditioning

5 exercises
1 Front Squats
5 × 5
2 Bodyweight Walking Lunge
4 × 12 each
3 Kettlebell Swings
4 × 15
4 Tire Flips/Box Jumps
5 × 5
5 Sled Push
4 × 40m

Equipment Required

Barbell Dumbbell Kettlebell Sandbag

Target Muscles

Full body Grip Core
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