Trial Workout
Some clients want to decrease pain, prevent the likelihood of falling, or return to that weight of years ago. Other clients want to return to the floor with their grandchildren or feel they've restored their ability to confidently go outside and dig in the dirt. Whatever your goal, we want to help you regain confidence in achieving the body and health you hope for.
Schedule a
Trial Workout
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During a Trial Workout, a STRONG in 15 Team Member will take the time to review your perspective of your current situation. You will be guided through multiple movements. Each movement should be pain-free, but exhausting to the intended musculature.
The team member will share the benefits of training 1 or 2 days a week on the ARX Robot. Your goals may require you to adjust your movement, food intake, or sleep up to 7 days a week. This will enable you to decide what’s best for your budget of time and money!
3 SKILLS
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Learning the 3 Skills is the first challenge. It is very simple to memorize, but quite challenging to practice.
#1 FEEL Slowly and Gently
using a “Test Rep” (which is a “Warm Up” or “Trial Run”)
#2 IMMEDIATELY Report
EVEN if it’s the next day or week
#3 Precise Technique
which includes Nasal Breathing ONLY.
The importance of learning these prior to maximal effort is essential to optimally reaching your goal(s). Pushing or pulling very forcefully with poor technique, breathing through your mouth or holding your breath until the point of a red face are typical improper activities.
Maximal effort will be encouraged AFTER the 3 skills are learned. The muscular exhaustion is called “Inroading”. It is this phenomenon that encourages muscle and bone development.
Your personalized
training plan
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The Trial Workout will guide the STRONG in 15 Team Member in designing your PERSONALIZED FITNESS plan. They will gather information like blood pressure and pulse prior to the Trial Workout. Photographs are recommended to inspire others, but are not required.
Subsequent workouts will include the ARX Robot based on your priorities of efficiency, effectiveness, and injury avoidance.
Recover and
regenerate
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Your training appointments on the ARX Robot are intense, but amazingly, you may NOT sweat or be sore. It’s important to get plenty of rest afterwards. During this rest period, your muscles regenerate and get stronger. The length of recovery between STRENGTH building appointments that we require is:
-48 hours
-72 hours or more may be recommended when your Trainer determines you are not recovering from the previous workout.
As your body adapts to the challenge from the workouts, greater strength will result! Clients feel changes happening in the first month. Clients notice formerly difficult or painful movements becoming easier and less painful.
Ready to get started?
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
15 minutes isn’t very long. Does this really work?
YES, it really works!! Intensity of effort is the most controllable factor in achieving your goals. When PAIN-free in all joints, high effort in short bursts, gives the best results. 75 seconds seems to be the sweet spot that is most effective in achieving strength gains. Intense does not mean unsafe. You can work at an incredibly high intensity of effort with little to no risk for injury. First, do no harm. That is the foundation of effective exercise with the least risk of injury. Dr. Woods frequently says, “At first, this robot will hurt your brain more than your body!” The good news is all clients learn how to use the ARX Robot. Existing clients will happily answer any questions of any prospective clients.
Will I always train with a Team Member at Strong in 15?
- A STRONG in 15 Team Member will be your ultimate accountability partner and play an important role in your success. They will provide support and feedback. When you become skilled, we offer the option of training yourself on the ARX Robot. This option is available upon learning the 3 skills and developing the 30-50% INROADING habit.
Will I always train with the same Team Member?
When you choose a Training Option, you will have one of the STRONG in 15 Team Members guide you. Dr. Woods has personally trained all Team Members. You may choose your preferred appointment time.
What is an ARX Robot?
ARX stands for Adaptive Resistance Exercise. This machine uses motorized resistance instead of barbells, dumbbells, or weight plates. The ARX Robot adjusts to match your effort and specific intensity. The motorized resistance adapts to your strength in real time.
Why does this matter?
- You’ll get a full-body workout that is tailored to your strength and abilities. Your age or fitness level does not matter.
- It’s much safer than traditional weights because there’s no risk of dropping anything and minimal risk of overloading yourself.
- You can achieve better results in less time because the machine is always working at your pace and pushing you to be your best.
Do I have to commit to Monthly or Yearly plan?
No, but without a commitment your likelihood of accomplishing your goals is minimal. A commitment is necessary to reach your goals. Habit development takes between 100 and 365 days. We offer a guarantee if you are not satisfied after the first month’s training.
Training Options range in price. You determine your choice of STRENGTH training frequency. When we learn your challenges and goals; we will work closely to create a program that fits. Text a Team Member and we will be able to share pricing structure specific to your needs and goals.
What if I have an injury?
We will ask about discomfort; and current or past injuries when you contact us. We can consult with medical professionals as directed by you. Rest assured, we are extremely careful to avoid any new injury or aggravate an old injury. Many clients have seen PAIN decrease or be eliminated due to their training.
Are there options to enhance recovery that I’ll need to consider between sessions?
We will recommend the number of recovery days between appointments. Knowing your weekly activity will be helpful in designing your personal program. Nutrition, sleep, and play are significant factors in restoring STRENGTH and health.
We offer full body training at the Boerne Physical Therapy Institue (BPTI) location. Pain relief and improved balance are some of the responses we have received from clients. Home training is at a significantly lower intensity than on the ARX Robot. It requires significant concentration, but PAIN in the joints is still completely unacceptable.
Our weekly family gathering called “Lifestyle Transformation”: meets at the Boerne Physical Therapy Institute location. This gathering is for families who want to change their lifestyle. This includes sleep and family dynamics adjustment.
What do I wear?
Dress comfortably for your first appointment. Gym clothes or work clothes are both appropriate. The temperature in the studio will be about 72 degrees. Some people sweat and others are “cold”. We are unable to predict your temperature comfort. You can expect to become “winded”, have muscles fatigue, and the shaking of your torso or limbs is common. Some clients find jeans too restrictive.