Saturday Strength - GPP Week 4
General Physical Preparedness (GPP)
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Week 4 see's us returning to our hinge and pulling patterns whilst thoroughly integrating those frontal plane mechanics we begun working on last week. Again we'll continue with the more dynamic action to ensure we'll building strength through the full range of motion whilst also providing an opportunity for some conditioning. Brain and body gains a plenty.
EQUIPMENT:
- A Mat
- A Chair/Stool (or similar)
- A Medium Size Dumbbell/Kettlebell.
- A Light Size Dumbbell/Kettlebell.
- An Exercise Band (and ideally anchor point).
- A Pillow (optional).
Original Recording: Saturday 11th February 2023
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