Skills
A catalog of executable coaching procedures the FitnessGrid coach can pull on demand: training plans, nutrition protocols, recovery routines, recipe libraries, and more.
- 10,000 steps a day — A daily step target with a single mid-afternoon check-in. The simplest activity habit that moves the needle on cardiovascular health, NEAT, and recovery — without touching training volume.
- 10-week beginner glute strength program — An evidence-based hypertrophy and strength program for glutes using progressive overload and strategic deloading.
- 10-week beginner hypertrophy program — A structured 3-day full-body split focusing on technical mastery, double progression, and managed fatigue for muscle growth.
- 10-week beginner trail running base — A 10-week aerobic base-building program for beginner trail runners focusing on Z2 volume and musculoskeletal durability.
- 10-week intermediate FTP build — A 10-week cycle utilizing a 3-1-3-1-2 structure to transition from aerobic endurance to lactate processing and threshold extension.
- 10-week intermediate linear strength program — A structured 10-week strength progression using a 3:1 loading ratio, double progression rules, and autoregulated deloads.
- 10-week intermediate upper-body hypertrophy program — An evidence-based hypertrophy program focusing on high-frequency upper body training, progressive overload, and scheduled deloads.
- 12-week cut — A 12-week calorie deficit aimed at ~0.5-1% bodyweight per week. Macro split prioritises protein; carbs cycle around training days.
- 12-week hypertrophy and strength progression — A periodized 12-week Upper/Lower split program focusing on mechanical tension, metabolic stress, and double progression.
- 12-week lean bulk — A 12-week surplus of roughly 250-500 kcal above maintenance, with weekly weigh-ins and a hard cap on how fast bodyweight rises. Built to add muscle without adding much fat.
- 15-minute morning mobility — A fifteen-minute sequence focused on hips, t-spine, and shoulders — the three areas that desk work and heavy training stiffen the most. Done daily, on wake, no equipment.
- 16-week beginner marathon training — A periodized 16-week program focused on pyramidal intensity, progressive load, and evidence-based tapering for a first marathon.
- 16-week intermediate lean bulk — A two-block progressive hypertrophy program focusing on volume scaling and mechanical tension for lean muscle gain.
- 3-week mini-cut — An aggressive 3-week deficit of roughly 25% below maintenance. Built to drop 2-3 kg of bodyweight between bulking phases, fast enough that diet fatigue doesn't accumulate.
- 3L daily hydration — A daily water target that scales with bodyweight and training volume, broken into four time-of-day buckets so the user isn't chugging at 9pm. Simple, dull, durable.
- 5/3/1 Boring But Big foundation — A 12-week intermediate strength and hypertrophy program using the 5/3/1 framework and Boring But Big template.
- 6-week arm specialization program — An evidence-based intermediate hypertrophy program focusing on biceps and triceps through structured overreaching and deload phases.
- 6-week intermediate shoulder specialization — An evidence-based hypertrophy program targeting all three deltoid heads and rotator cuff stability with a structured deload.
- 7-hour sleep window — A nightly 7-hour minimum and a regular bedtime, enforced by a single evening reminder and a morning check-in. The recovery intervention with the highest return on attention.
- 8-week beginner 5k program — A structured 5K training plan using the Run/Walk method, progressive overload, and a scheduled week 4 deload.
- 8-week beginner dumbbell strength program — A structured 3-day full-body program using progressive overload and strategic deloading for beginners with limited equipment.
- 8-week beginner kettlebell program — An evidence-based kettlebell training plan focusing on technical proficiency, progressive overload, and scheduled recovery.
- 8-week chest specialization program — An evidence-based intermediate hypertrophy program focusing on mechanical tension, metabolic stress, and managed periodization for chest development.
- 8-week cycling FTP base program — An evidence-based beginner cycling program focused on aerobic foundation and Functional Threshold Power (FTP) through progressive overload and 3:1 periodization.
- 8-week indoor cycling weight-loss program — A progressive beginner program focusing on aerobic base building and metabolic conditioning for sustainable weight loss.
- 8-week intermediate back specialization — An evidence-based back hypertrophy program focusing on vertical/horizontal pulling, progressive overload, and a structured deload.
- adolescent and young adult weight management — A health-focused, multicomponent coaching framework for adolescents and young adults prioritizing quality of life over strict BMI targets.
- adolescent strength and muscle growth programming — Evidence-based resistance training guidance for teenagers focusing on technical proficiency, developmental safety, and progressive volume.
- aerobic base reconstruction — An 8-week structured program focusing on mitochondrial density and fat oxidation through Volume-priority Zone 2 training and polarized recovery.
- aesthetic physique development — Training protocol focused on muscle density, proportion, and definition without excessive hypertrophy or "bulking."
- at-home body recomposition coaching — Evidence-based protocol for simultaneous muscle gain and fat loss using home-based resistance training and nutritional management.
- athletic explosive power development — A systematic evidence-based protocol for increasing rate of force development through strength, plyometrics, and contrast training.
- beginner century ride preparation — A structured 12-week cycling program to take beginner riders from 15 miles to a 100-mile century ride.
- beginner freestyle swimming program — An 8-week progressive technical swimming framework focusing on hydrodynamics, propulsion, and breathing integration for beginners.
- beginner powerlifting competition prep — A 12-week evidence-based guide for first-time powerlifters focusing on linear periodization, autoregulation, and tapering.
- beginner pull-up specialization — An 8-week evidence-based program to achieve the first unassisted pull-up using progressive overload and vertical mastery phases.
- beginner supplement integration and safety — A systematic protocol for safely introducing and monitoring new dietary supplements based on FDA and clinical guidelines.
- beginner triathlete swimming progression — An 8-week structured program to transition beginner swimmers to safe open-water triathlon participation.
- bimodal TDEE estimation — Calibrates energy expenditure for sedentary professionals or students who engage in high-frequency training.
- bodyweight strength foundation program — An 8-week evidence-based bodyweight program focusing on progressive overload through volume, intensity, and mechanical advantage.
- budget high-protein meal planning — Create evidence-based, cost-effective meal plans focusing on high-protein vegetarian foundations and complementary animal proteins.
- budget-friendly fitness and nutrition coaching — Guidance for achieving muscle growth, weight loss, and health goals using low-cost whole foods and bodyweight exercise.
- chronic condition and lifestyle management — Evidence-based exercise programming and coaching for managing chronic health conditions and lifestyle changes like smoking cessation.
- constrained macronutrient meal planning — Evidence-based methodology for balancing macronutrient targets with cultural, financial, and ingredient-specific restrictions.
- corrective exercise for forward head posture — Evidence-based programming to improve the craniovertebral angle and address Upper Crossed Syndrome through targeted stretching and strengthening.
- Creatine load + maintain — A 5-day loading phase (20g/day) followed by 12 weeks of maintenance (5g/day). Standard, evidence-based.
- evidence-based exercise technique instruction — Apply motor learning theory and visual demonstration strategies to improve client exercise form and skill progression.
- evidence-based fat loss meal planning — Create multi-day meal plans focused on caloric deficits, muscle preservation, and dietary preferences (vegetarian or mixed).
- evidence-based habit and adherence coaching — A structured coaching framework using behavioral psychology, Implementation Intentions, and CBT-based emotional regulation to improve exercise consistency and manage eating.
- evidence-based routine audit and optimization — Audits current fitness and nutrition habits against clinical guidelines and applies adaptive optimization frameworks.
- evidence-based split optimization — Designs and adjusts weekly training splits using frequency and exercise pairing research to maximize hypertrophy and efficiency.
- first-time half marathon prep — A 12-week structured running and strength program designed to take a novice runner to their first half marathon finish.
- fitness and nutrition for adults 50+ — Evidence-based coaching focusing on sarcopenia prevention, progressive resistance training, and high-protein nutrition for older adults.
- Full body (3-day) — Three full-body sessions a week, alternating a heavier triples-and-fives day with a lighter eights-and-tens day. Designed for intermediates who can only train three days and want both strength and size to keep moving.
- General strength block (4-day) — Four days a week, tiered by intensity — one heavy top set, two pyramided cluster sets, and accessory volume. Powerbuilding for intermediates who want strength up and size on at the same time.
- gravel cycling base training — A 10-week beginner program focused on aerobic foundation, progressive volume, and gravel-specific handling skills.
- high-frequency total body hypertrophy programming — A 6-day-per-week full-body routine designed to maximize hypertrophy through high frequency and optimized volume distribution.
- hybrid training environment transition — Manage training programs for users alternating between home and gym environments while balancing strength and endurance goals.
- hypertrophy cycle design — Designs long-term progressive resistance training programs focused on systematic increases in volume, intensity, and structured deloads for muscle growth.
- Indian-context body recomposition coaching — Guiding users through fat loss and muscle gain using regional Indian dietary staples and protein-first strategies.
- integrated walking and strength for weight loss — A programming skill to facilitate weight loss and muscle preservation through structured walking and progressive resistance training.
- intermediate bench press specialization — An 8-week evidence-based program utilizing accumulation and intensification phases to increase bench press 1RM.
- intermediate calisthenics 12-week program — A 12-week evidence-based bodyweight program using block periodization and leverage-based progressive overload.
- intermediate half marathon training program — A 12-week periodized Half Marathon plan using 3:1 loading cycles and phase-specific progression for intermediate runners.
- intermediate lower-body hypertrophy program — A 10-week periodized program using a 3+1 loading cycle focused on quad and posterior chain growth.
- intermediate marathon base building — A 12-week evidence-based program to build aerobic readiness, musculoskeletal durability, and lactate threshold using a 3-up, 1-down periodization model.
- Maintenance recomp — Eat at maintenance, push protein, train hard, watch body composition shift slowly over months. The only protocol that delivers fat loss and muscle gain at the same time — and it only works for the right people.
- managing satiety and emotional eating — Evidence-based coaching framework to address binge eating, emotional triggers, and satiety cues using CBT and mindfulness strategies.
- managing strength and sport-specific training — Optimize strength training and recovery protocols for athletes balancing high-frequency sport practice.
- manual calorie and macro calculation — Evidence-based framework for calculating energy expenditure and partitioning macronutrients using clinical standards.
- minimalist home hypertrophy — Evidence-based muscle building using dumbbells and resistance bands with a focus on intensity and time efficiency.
- minimalist home strength and mobility programming — A hybrid calisthenics and kettlebell system focusing on the Minimum Effective Dose (MED) for strength, hypertrophy, and functional range of motion.
- minimum effective dose strength foundation — An 8-week beginner program using a 2-day-per-week full-body approach to maximize strength with minimal time commitment.
- night shift circadian optimization — Evidence-based protocol for managing meal timing, exercise, and light exposure for night shift workers.
- North Indian vegetarian meal planning — Optimize lacto-vegetarian North Indian diets for protein density, glycemic control, and micronutrient bioavailability.
- novice 10K race preparation — A 10-week evidence-based training plan for beginners to complete their first 10K using the run-walk method and proactive deloading.
- Novice linear strength (3-day) — Three sessions a week, two alternating templates, every lift goes up next session. The fastest progress curve a beginner gets and the only programme they need for their first three to six months.
- optimizing North Indian nutrition — Evidence-based meal planning and dietary adjustments for North Indian vegetarian and non-vegetarian patterns.
- Over-40 beginner strength progression — A 12-week full-body strength program focusing on joint integrity, muscle retention, and progressive overload for beginners over age 40.
- physique forecasting and timeline expectations — Provides data-driven projections for muscle accrual and fat loss based on starting metrics and training age.
- protein portion translation — An educational program to translate numerical protein targets into visual portions and meal slots using evidence-based heuristics.
- Push / Pull / Legs (6-day) — Six training days a week — push, pull, legs, repeat — with the second rotation running slightly heavier. Built for intermediates whose recovery can absorb high frequency at moderate intensity.
- return-to-running program — A 6-week evidence-based run/walk progression for beginners or those returning from injury.
- returning lifter progressive overload program — A 6-week full-body resistance training program designed for beginners or lifters returning from a layoff, focusing on adaptation and injury prevention.
- Sedentary-to-Runner Transition Plan — An evidence-based jogging progression using the run-walk method to build aerobic capacity while protecting joints and tendons.
- sport-specific speed and athletic performance training — Evidence-based athletic performance programming for basketball agility and running economy using periodized strength and plyometrics.
- strength and conditioning for runners — A research-backed, 20-week periodized program focusing on running economy and leg-spring stiffness.
- structured home strength training — Evidence-based strength programming for home environments, emphasizing progressive overload with limited equipment and injury-specific substitutions.
- synchronized partner training — Facilitate co-training for partners with different fitness levels using relative intensity and shared adherence strategies.
- tactical hybrid athlete programming — Evidence-based concurrent training for military and first responders focusing on strength, endurance, and operational readiness.
- time-efficient parent strength program — An 8-week progressive overload program using Minimum Effective Training Dose (METD) principles for busy parents.
- Upper / Lower (4-day) — Four training days a week, two upper and two lower, with the second of each pair running lighter and higher-volume. The default split for intermediates balancing strength and size.
- vegetarian muscle and strength nutrition — evidence-based nutritional planning for muscle hypertrophy and strength gain on a vegetarian diet