Fitness: Lactic Retention

Here’s the first installment of a home workout series I programed for our Grappling, Striking and MMA athletes. Many of the exercises require minimal equipment and can be modified to use your bodyweight. Remember, if you would like to borrow a dumbbell or kettlebell, give us a shout or drop a comment below and we’ll arrange a date and time for pickup.


Day 1 - Lactic Retention

5 sets of 

  • :20 seconds - DB goblet squat 

  • Right into 

  • :20 seconds - squat hold just above 90 degrees 

  • Rest 1-3 mins 

  • 10 mins active recovery (nasal breathing only) - shadow box, jump rope, jog, row or bike at 60% effort 

5 sets of 

  • :30seconds  - hinge row 1 + 4 

  • Right into 

  • :30 seconds - push up hold 

  • Rest 1-3 mins

  • 10 mins active recovery (nasal breathing only) - shadow box, jump rope, jog, row or bike at 60% effort