Athletic Power and Strength

Jumps, throws and trap-bar pulls. For pain-free trainees familiar with landing mechanics; no training to failure.

Duration

40–55 min

Level

Intermediate

Equipment

Gym, medicine ball and open space

Exercises

5

Targets: Quads, Hamstrings, Chest, Back

Exercises

Countermovement Jump
3 sets · 3 · 90s rest

Jump tall; land softly and reset; stop when height drops.

Swap: Fast Bodyweight Squat to Calf Raise

Medicine Ball Chest Pass
3 sets · 4 · 90s rest

Use a light ball and a rated wall or partner; reset each rep.

Swap: Fast Incline Push-Up without Leaving Surface

Trap-Bar Deadlift
3 sets · 5 · 150s rest

Brace and reset each rep; leave 3 reps in reserve.

Swap: Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift

Dumbbell Bench Press
2 sets · 8-10 · 120s rest

Control the lowering phase.

Swap: Push-Up

Chest-Supported Row
2 sets · 8-10 · 90s rest

Pull without shrugging.

Swap: Seated Cable Row

General fitness template, not injury rehabilitation. Stop for sharp pain, dizziness or chest symptoms. General fitness template, not injury rehabilitation. Stop for sharp pain, dizziness or chest symptoms.