Strength Training: You Versus The Weights
Forget quick fixes. Real strength is built in the squat rack and on the turf, session by session. Whether we're using battle ropes or barbells, it’s about one thing: showing up when the motivation fades. Let's get to work.
Manifestations don't work without discipline. Here, I'm using battle ropes to build explosive power and cardiovascular endurance, a core component of my HIIT circuits.
Be stronger than your excuses. This workout combines dumbbell rows for back strength with core exercises, showing how we build a well rounded, functional physique.
This is how we lift. Partner workouts with dumbbells not only build strength but also add an element of fun and accountability to our training sessions.
Keep your eyes on the goal. A shot of my back development, a result of consistent training and focusing on compound movements to build a strong posterior chain.
Progress is driven by focus. This pose highlights the bicep and shoulder definition that comes from dedicated strength work and a commitment to the process.
Staying focused is key. This partner workout includes synchronized dumbbell squats and overhead presses, designed to build full body strength and coordination.
Getting back to it after a break is tough, but muscle memory is real. This is my go to lower body routine, including deadlifts, leg presses, and barbell squats to rebuild strength and conditioning.
About this collection
Before you book, know this: I don't believe in shortcuts. When you start lifting, especially if you're new to the rack, the first few weeks aren't about smashing personal records—they're about teaching your nervous system how to move safely. I’ll make you do bodyweight squats and planks until your form is bulletproof before we ever add heavy load. It’s not flashy, but it’s how you build a body that doesn’t break.
At my core, I believe in functional strength. We don't just lift to look good; we lift to move better. Whether you are in my private 1-on-1 sessions at your home gym or joining our group outdoor bootcamp in Bangalore parks, the philosophy remains the same. You will learn to deadlift, squat, and press with proper mechanics.
Beginners start with bodyweight progressions—squats, planks, lunges—to build a foundation. Once your body remembers how to move, we introduce battle ropes, kettlebells, and heavy bars. I’m often called 'Hitler' because I don’t let you cut corners. If you are sloppy with a barbell, you are an injury waiting to happen.
But remember, this is a FamJam. We push you because we know your potential, even when you’ve forgotten it. If you’re coming to me for a 30-day transformation or a quick fix, we probably won't be a match. If you’re here to put in the work, learn the lifts, and build discipline that lasts years, I’m your coach.
Why my approach is different:
- Form First: No ego lifting. If you can't control the weight, you don't need it.
- Functional Tools: We use kettlebells, ropes, and plyo drills to build strength you can actually use in real life.
- Accountability: You aren't just paying for a session. You're joining a tribe where showing up is mandatory.
Shikha Singh
I’m Shikha. Ten years ago, I left my brand manager desk to chase the sweat and music of the studio, and I haven't looked back. I train tougher because life is tough, and I’ll be the coach who pushes you when you want to quit, calls you out on your form, and celebrates the grind right along with you.
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