Table 2. Description of the strength training plan.
Weeks 1 to 12 Time Phase Exercise Methodology Intensity HR
5' Warm-up Single-joint and multi-joint exercises that allow for the gradual increase of body temperature. If possible, activities that individuals enjoy and promote group participation. Continuous 5/6 RPE 60%
42-44' Fundamental Two blocks of tri-sets
1st block:
1 hip-dominant exercise
1 anti-core exercise
1 upper pull exercise

2nd block:
1 knee-dominant exercise
1 anti-core exercise
1 upper push exercise
Hip- and knee-dominant exercises
1st week: 2x5 reps
2nd week: 2x8 reps
3rd week: 2x10 reps
4th week: 3x8 reps
5th week: 3x10 reps
Weeks 6-8: 3x12 reps
Weeks 9-12: 3x15 reps

Anti-core holds
1st week: 2x10s
2nd week: 2x20s
3rd week: 2x25s
Weeks 4-12: 3x30s
4/5 RIR 75-85%
3' Cool down Walking or some low activity Continuous 3/4 RPE 40%
RPE: rate of perceive exertion; RIR: repetitions in reserve; reps: repetitions; HR: heart rate.