- 18 week program
- 7 workouts each week
- 20-30 minute workouts
- Targeted Muscle Group Splits: Functional splits for everyday life
- Begin the Reinvention
Dr. Trevor Kashey | Getting Started
Program Overview
Getting Started is a comprehensive 18-week strength-building program specifically engineered for those ready to move beyond physical limitations and back into a world of freedom and autonomy. This protocol addresses the deep-seated pain points of those who feel trapped by their own bodies, whether due to weight issues, age, or ailments, and provides a structured roadmap to help you take your power back over your daily life. It is built on the unwavering principle that to achieve maximum results and regain your functional independence, you must be willing to provide effort within your own current capabilities.
Unlike standard fitness programs that can feel overwhelming or inaccessible, this plan uses a periodized approach that transitions you from foundational base-building to steady, functional resilience. Every 15-20 minute session is strategically designed to fit into your schedule while providing the constant stimulus necessary to force the body to adapt and grow stronger. You are not just exercising, you are mastering the art of movement through patterns rooted in everyday demands, ensuring that every muscle fiber, from your midline to your extremities, is safely and effectively recruited.
Phase 1 | Weeks 1-6: The first six weeks focus on structural integrity and building a solid base. You will perform bodyweight-only patterns like assisted squats and wall reaches to ensure your joints are prepared for the journey ahead
Phase 2 | Weeks 7-12: In the middle weeks, the program introduces light dumbbells. This phase uses protocols to build the resilience needed for real-life demands, like carrying groceries or standing with ease.
Phase 3 | Weeks 13-18: In the final six weeks, the program shifts toward functional power. This phase introduces advanced techniques designed to shatter the plateaus that have kept you limited and prove how strong you really are.
Dr. Trevor Kashey | Getting Started
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 18 weeks enough to see significant changes?
Absolutely. This program uses a periodized plan that transitions from low-impact restoration to high-functioning strength; your body is given the time it needs to adapt safely and effectively. The specialized focus on everyday movements that allow you to translate this program to everyday life.
What should I do on my "ALL OUT" sets?
You are encouraged to give your own version of maximum effort. This means performing your repetitions until you feel you can no longer maintain proper form, proving to yourself that you have reclaimed the power over your movement.
Is this program really for any age or fitness level?
Yes. While the program is structured like a professional protocol, it is built for beginners. The short, 15-20 minute sessions ensure you stay consistent without overtaxing your body, regardless of where you are starting from.
Is training 7 days a week too much for someone getting started?
While the frequency is 7 days a week, the workouts are strategically structured to be short, only 15-20 minutes. This consistent, daily stimulus is designed to help your body and mind adapt quickly to new movement patterns without the burnout associated with longer sessions. The program prioritizes sustainable, everyday movements to ensure that your “maximum effort” results in feeling better, not just working harder.