Training Plan For Your Client
Certainly, let's create a personalized training plan for Sarah. Her fitness level is intermediate, and she aims to focus on weight loss and toning. Given the equipment available and her training frequency, here's a comprehensive plan:
Workout Plan for Sarah Days: 4 times a week Duration: 45 minutes per session Day 1: Upper Body & Cardio Warm-up: 5-minute jog on the treadmill Push-ups: 3 sets of 10-15 reps Dumbbell Shoulder Press: 3 sets of 12 reps Dumbbell Bicep Curl: 3 sets of 12 reps Cardio: 10-minute jog on the treadmill Cool down: 5-minute walk and stretching Day 2: Lower Body & Core Warm-up: 5-minute walk on the treadmill Squats: 3 sets of 15 reps (Be cautious with knee pain) Lunges: 3 sets of 10 reps per leg Plank: 3 sets of 30-60 seconds Russian Twists with Dumbbell: 3 sets of 16 reps Cool down: 5-minute walk and stretching Day 3: Full Body & Cardio Warm-up: 5-minute jog on the treadmill Deadlifts with Dumbbells: 3 sets of 10 reps Push-ups: 3 sets of 10-15 reps Cardio: 15-minute jog on the treadmill Cool down: 5-minute walk and stretching Day 4: Cardio & Flexibility Warm-up: 5-minute walk on the treadmill Cardio: 20-minute jog on the treadmill Yoga or Stretching: 15 minutes Cool down: 5-minute walk and stretching Dietary Recommendations: Vegetarian Diet Include a variety of plant-based proteins like lentils, chickpeas, and tofu. Eat vegetables rich in iron and calcium like spinach and broccoli. Limitations Given the mild knee pain, avoid high-impact activities. Choose exercises that are easier on the knees. Sarah's motivation is high, and she has a home gym, making it convenient to stick to this plan. Keeping her goals in mind, this training plan aims to offer a balanced approach for weight loss and toning.