Train Elite Bournemouth

8-Week Strength Programme — Session Planner

Phase: Foundation
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Week 1 · MondayBack Squat

12–15 reps · Foundation
Round 1Main + Partner
4 sets · Rest 90s
1
Back Squat
Main lift — 12–15 reps, controlled tempo
12–15 reps
2
DB Chest Press
Superset with the squat — 8–12 reps
12–15 reps
Rest after each round90 secs
Round 2Superset
4 sets · Rest 60s
1
DB Gorilla Row
Chest tall, pull to hip
12–15 reps
2
BB Hip Thrust
Squeeze glutes 1 sec at top
12–15 reps
Rest after each round60 secs
Round 3Triset · Timed
4 sets · 45s on / 45s rest
1
DB Walking Lunge
Long stride, upright
45 secs
2
DB Lateral Raise
Lead with elbows
45 secs
3
Plank Shoulder Tap
Hips still
45 secs
45s work / 45s rest each× 4 sets
Coach note

Build movement quality and tempo. The last 2 reps should feel earned, not maximal. Record your starting loads — they're your baselines. — Movement quality, tempo and baseline loads. Earn the right to go heavy.