Strength, Power and Ab Workout
17/1725 – Strength, Power and Ab Workout
Hey Team!
Let’s talk about today’s workout! This one is a mix of strength, power, and core, designed to give you a well-rounded workout that hits all the major areas. Whether you’re building muscle, improving your endurance, or strengthening your core, this workout has something for you. It’s great when you want to push yourself but don’t have much time.
Equipment needed:
- Dumbells (Light, Medium, Heavy)
- Box, Bench, or Chair
- Mat (Optional)
We’re starting with a dynamic warm-up. We will start a few mobility exercises to get us going, including dynamic child’s Pose, 90/90’s, and forward lunges with a rotation. Exercises like foot sweeps and the iso glute bridge engage your legs and core.
The first workout block is all about strength. It’s an AMRAP (as many rounds as possible) format, so you’ll focus on quality and control while completing as many rounds as possible in eight minutes. I picked these exercises because they’re fundamental, full-body movements. Dumbbell deadlifts and goblet squats target your legs and glutes while also putting a focus on your core for stability. Push-ups are a classic upper-body move, but I also included the option to swap them for floor presses if you need something easier on your wrists. Single-arm rows round it all out, hitting the back and biceps. The idea is to go at your own pace, focus on form, and challenge yourself using heavier weights.
Next up is the power and conditioning block. This block is quick but intense, using an EMOM (every minute on the minute) format for six minutes. The jump squats are perfect for building explosive lower-body strength, while the dumbbell power snatches bring in a dynamic, full-body move that improves coordination and power. I adjusted this exercise slightly to work better in my space, so check out my Instagram short for some form tips if you need them! We’ll finish this block with mountain climbers to boost your cardio and keep your heart rate up.
Finally, we wrap things up with a core finisher. This block is short but tough, with two rounds of exercises that will have your abs on fire. Seated twists, leg raises, and flutter kicks target your entire core, while alternate V‑ups give you a fun but challenging move to work on coordination and strength. I’ll admit, the V‑ups got me this time! It’s okay to struggle or take a quick breather here… what matters is that you’re pushing yourself and showing up.
After all that hard work, we will move right into the cooldown. The stretches target the areas we worked in, so you’ll feel looser and more relaxed.
A few tips to remember: Focus on control during the strength block — don’t rush the reps, and make sure your form is solid. For the power block, start with a manageable weight for the snatches. Your goal is to move that weight as fast as possible. And remember, it’s okay to modify as needed. If you’re new to a certain exercise or not feeling your best today, adjust it to suit your body.
This workout fits well as part of a larger weekly routine. It’s ideal for a day when you feel energized and ready to go, but it’s also balanced enough to stand alone if you’re looking for a single workout option. The most important thing is to celebrate that you showed up today. Whether you nailed every rep or had to take a few breaks, you are still moving forward.
Have a great workout!
-Brian
Workout Structure
Warm-up 2 Rounds 30 Seconds Each
- Dynamic Childs Pose
- 90/90’s
- Squat /Bear Crawl to Cobra
- FWD lunge to rotation
- Foot Sweeps
- Iso Glute Bridge
Workout Block 1: Strength AMRAP 8 mins 8 – 10 Reps on each exercise
- Minute 1: Dumbbell Deadlifts
- Minute 2: Push-ups – / Floor press (for a more wrist-friendly exercise)
- Goblet Squats
- SA DB Rows
**Water Break**
Workout Block 2: Power & Conditioning (EMOM – 6 Minutes)
- Jump Squats 15 reps
- Dumbbell Power Snatch 5 – 8 reps per side
- Mountain Climbers 40 Seconds
**Water Break**
Workout Block 3: Core Finisher 2 Rounds 30 Seconds On / 10 Seconds Off
- Seated Twists (with or without Dumbbell)
- Leg Raises
- Alt V Ups
- Flutter Kicks
Cooldown 1 Round 30 Seconds Each
- Standing Hamstring Stretch
- Shoulder Stretch – (30 seconds on each side)
- Quadriceps Stretch – (30 seconds on each side)
- Calf Stretch – (30 seconds on each side)
- Supine Twist – (30 seconds on each side)
- Scorpion Stretch – (30 seconds on each side)
- Child’s Pose – 1 minute