fbpx

Programming 101: The Formula for a Great Workout by Sadie Flynn via Austin Fit Magazine

Screen Shot 2021-08-13 at 3.35.09 PM
Share on facebook
Share on twitter
Share on linkedin
Share on email

Programming 101: The Formula for a Great Workout by Sadie Flynn via Austin Fit Magazine

When it comes to a fitness regimen, effective programming — whether in a group class or at home in your living room — has to be intentional. Rarely does anyone see success just winging it every day. Eventually, your gains will stall unless you have a plan. 

So how do you program a workout? Well, deciding your stimulus is always first (do you want a sprint, medium pace, or long grinder/accessory day?). Once your stimulus is decided, then move on to modalities (monostructural, weightlifting, or gymnastics). Once you have those two established, only then can you move on to deciding your individual movements. Even in choosing those, there is a method to the madness! 

“There’s no wrong one to choose here; it simply depends on your available time and desired goal for the workout. Some days might look like all monostructural (going for a run); some days you might have more time and energy, so a max-effort front squat might sound fun; or perhaps you’re on the road and all you can muster is what you’ve got on your person, so burpees are on the menu. Or, get wild and do a combination of all three. The beauty of this structure is that it is constantly varied, and intensity is entirely up to you.”

So if your at-home workouts have seemed to lose their luster — peep the full article for inspiration (there are even sample WODs you can try for yourself). 

Who wrote this post...

Sadie Flynn

Sadie Flynn

Sadie, who's been coaching at Renew since 2016, is a former collegiate athlete with a penchant for power lifts. So, unsurprisingly, her favorite benchmark workout is the lovely Linda. As a mom, Sadie is passionate about pregnant and postpartum fitness and wellness, and works hard to help women take care of their bodies before and after birth. When she's not making jokes at your expense or forcing her 90s alternative music beliefs upon you, you can find Sadie outside somewhere with her husband, two dogs, and their insane toddler.

Want More?

Kids Corner
Tiffini Steding

Top 10 Tips For Keeping Kids Happy and Healthy During Travel Vacations If you are a parent, and are anything like me, there was a

Read More »
Member Spotlight
Crossfit Renew

Member Spotlight: Jess & Patrick Guevara He’s a quick-witted wannabe chef and she’s a sucker for a spot of tea and a titillating docu-series. It’s

Read More »
Coaches Corner
Lex Gray

Separating Fact from Fiction: 10 Common Myths about Nutrition In the world of health and fitness, misinformation often runs rampant, and nutrition is no exception.

Read More »

Let's Do This!

Fill out my online form.

Register for BAFF!

Book Now!

Book a Free Intro Session!

Enter your information below and find a time that works for you to come in for a free session.