Equipment Needs
Note: You CAN complete the entire program with just the bands, however, having dumbbells will make the program more effective and allow for more variety.
Includes: Postpartum Recover, Postpartum Rebuild, Mom Strong, Pregnancy Trimesters 1, 2, and 3:
“Dumbbell/Band” Programs:
Need to have:
Resistance band door anchor (the bands listed above include the door anchor, but if you are using your own bands you’ll need to get a door anchor)
Note: The bands need to be this brand or SIMILAR. Therabands or light bands with handles will not work.
Nice to have:
Full set of dumbbells in 5lb increments - The best bang for your buck is adjustable dumbbells. If you don’t have a full set of dumbbells, there is guidance for how to make what you have work for you. If you are looking to invest in adjustable dumbbells, I recommend these: 5-50lb pair of adjustable dumbbells
Adjustable Bench - You CAN complete the entire program without this. Many of my clients are able to use a coffee table or couch. An adjustable bench does make things easier and allow for more variation.
TRX or TRX-like system (I personally have the off-brand ones and they work just fine) - This is an extremely versatile piece of equipment and will allow for more variation in your program.
“Barbell” Programs:
Includes: Postpartum Recover, Postpartum Rebuild, Mom Strong, Pregnancy Trimesters 1, 2, and 3:
Need to have:
Resistance band door anchor (the bands listed above include the door anchor, but if you are using your own bands you’ll need to get a door anchor)
Note: The bands need to be this brand or SIMILAR. Therabands or light bands with handles will not work.
Barbell and Plates
Squat Rack
Flat Bench
TRX or TRX-like bodyweight system, or rings. ALTERNATIVELY, you need to have the ability to use your barbell like a ring row (like this)
Full set of dumbbells in 5lb increments - The best bang for your buck is adjustable dumbbells. If you don’t have a full set of dumbbells, there is guidance for how to make what you have work for you. If you are looking to invest in adjustable dumbbells, I recommend these: 5-50lb pair of adjustable dumbbells
Nice to have:
Adjustable Bench - You CAN complete the entire program without this. A flat bench WILL do. But an adjustable bench does make things easier and allow for more variation. (Note: you don’t need an adjustable bench AND a flat bench. Flat bench is needed, adjustable bench offers more options)
TRX or TRX-like system (I personally have the off-brand ones and they work just fine) - This is an extremely versatile piece of equipment and will allow for more variation in your program.
Step Up Box
Note: The barbell programs have alternate exercises for every movement for if you can’t get to the gym and only have dumbbells available.