Two athletes performing wall balls at Empower on Alma Street

Weekly Training Schedule | January 19–25, 2026

January 18, 20262 min read

Strength, Power, Gymnastics & Conditioning

This week emphasizes heavy barbell loading, unilateral leg strength, explosive power, classic CrossFit conditioning, and a benchmark Hero workout. Log your loads, respect movement standards, and prioritize quality.

Monday | January 19, 2026

Deadlift Pyramid Strength Session

Rep Scheme:
10-5-3-1-1-1-3-5-10

Loading Guidelines:

  • Start at approximately 70% of 1RM

  • Progress to ~75% and 80%

  • Singles at 90%+

  • On the descent, use slightly heavier loads than on the ascent

This is a repeat exposure. Check your previous training notes and attempt a personal best where appropriate. Rest adequately between heavy sets and maintain strict positioning throughout.

Training Focus: maximal strength, neural efficiency, posterior chain development

Tuesday | January 20, 2026

10-Minute AMRAP

10 Box Jumps @ 30/36 in

20 Alternating Pistols

Coaching Notes:

Training Focus: power, unilateral leg strength, coordination

Wednesday | January 21, 2026

Make-Up Day

Use this session to complete a missed workout, address skill gaps, or prioritize recovery work.

Thursday | January 22, 2026

10-Minute AMRAP

Class Management Note:

In a class of 12, run two heats to allow six athletes on the lifting platforms at once, ensuring safe spacing for burpees.

Training Focus: metabolic conditioning, posterior chain endurance, breathing under load

Friday | January 23, 2026

Hero WOD: Pike

5 rounds for time

Move with intent, not recklessness. Maintain movement standards, especially on gymnastics transitions.

Training Focus: full-body stamina, upper-body pressing endurance, grit

Athlete performing a weighted pull up at Empower in Vancouver

Saturday | January 24, 2026

Team Workout

Details provided in class. Expect shared workload, communication demands, and sustained effort.

Sunday | January 25, 2026

Make-Up Day

Final opportunity to complete missed sessions or perform light aerobic recovery and mobility work.

Programming Intent Summary

This week balances maximal strength, explosive power, gymnastics capacity, and classic CrossFit conditioning. Log results, manage fatigue intelligently, and aim for consistency over heroics.

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