At OSI, we don’t just throw workouts at you and hope something sticks. Every training block we run has a purpose, a progression, and a plan to help you get measurably stronger, fitter, and more confident in what your body can do.
This week kicks off our newest 6-week block, and that means it’s Technique Week.
If you’re a long-time member, you know the drill. If you’re newer, here’s the inside scoop: Technique Week is when we slow things down just enough to make sure you’re moving well, lifting safely, and setting yourself up for success for the weeks ahead.
Why We Do Technique Week
It’s simple: we want you to start strong.
When you begin a new block, the movements, weights, and rep schemes might look different than the last. Jumping in too fast or too heavy can lead to sloppy form, frustration, or even injury. Technique Week gives you the time to:
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Get comfortable with the program so you know what’s coming each day
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Dial in your form so you’re lifting safely and effectively
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Find the right starting weights to challenge yourself without overdoing it
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Learn or revisit proper movement patterns so you’re confident going forward
By the time you’re done, you won’t just know what you’re doing — you’ll know how and why. That’s a big part of how we help you make steady progress instead of spinning your wheels.
Why It Works Better Than “Winging It”
A lot of people in gyms bounce from machine to machine or pick whatever workout sounds fun that day. The problem is, without a plan, progress is random at best.
Following a program means:
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Each week builds on the last so you keep improving
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You lower your risk of injury by moving well from the start
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You can track real results, whether that’s more weight, better control, or more endurance
Random workouts can be good for burning off stress. A program changes your body and your abilities over time.
What’s in This Block
For the next six weeks we’re focusing on movements that make you stronger in the gym and in life.
A Day: Box Squat, Dumbbell Snatch, accessory work to support your hinge and pull, and a finisher with crawling and power work
B Day: Trap Bar Deadlift, Clean & Single Arm Press, accessory work for core and shoulder mobility, plus a carry series to build real-world strength
Your Challenge
If you’re a member, lean in this week. Ask questions. Focus on how you’re moving as much as how much you’re lifting. Trust the process and see where you are at the end of these six weeks.
If you’re not an OSI member yet but this has you curious, come see what it’s like to follow a plan instead of winging it. We’ll meet you where you are, give you the tools to improve, and cheer you on the whole way.
Here’s to a strong block ahead. See you in the studio!
