Essential Strength
A clear path to smarter strength training after 40
Group strength coaching for women 40+ who want consistent progress, clear guidance, and training that works with real life.
Essential Strength is a three-month group strength coaching program designed for women 40+ who want to get stronger without burnout, extremes, or guesswork.
You follow a clear weekly plan delivered through the MBStrength app, with coaching guidance and group support to help you stay consistent even when life gets busy.
This program is built around sustainable strength and long-term progress, not all-or-nothing training.
You follow a clear weekly plan delivered through the MBStrength app, with coaching guidance and group support to help you stay consistent even when life gets busy.
This program is built around sustainable strength and long-term progress, not all-or-nothing training.
The Roadblocks Many Women Face After 40
Many women over 40 are not struggling because they are lazy or unmotivated. They are struggling because their training no longer aligns with their body, schedule, or energy levels.
Common frustrations I hear:
When training feels random or overly intense, consistency becomes the first thing to go.
Essential Strength was created to remove these roadblocks.
Common frustrations I hear:
- Working hard but unsure if the workouts are actually effective
- Starting strong, then losing momentum when life gets busy
- Feeling sore, tired, or beat up instead of stronger
- Understanding the importance of strength training, but lacking a clear, effective approach
When training feels random or overly intense, consistency becomes the first thing to go.
Essential Strength was created to remove these roadblocks.
A Smarter, sustainable approach to strength training
Essential Strength follows a clear, intentional training framework designed to support strength gains, recovery, and consistency after 40.
Instead of chasing intensity or constantly changing workouts, this program focuses on:
Instead of chasing intensity or constantly changing workouts, this program focuses on:
- Progressive strength training that builds muscle safely
- A simple weekly structure that removes decision fatigue
- Balanced training that supports joints, energy, and recovery
- Consistency over perfection
Why This Works
When training has structure, progress becomes easier to track and easier to sustain.
Essential Strength gives you enough guidance to feel confident, without the rigidity that makes programs hard to stick to long term.
Essential Strength gives you enough guidance to feel confident, without the rigidity that makes programs hard to stick to long term.
What’s Included in Essential Strength
Essential Strength is intentionally structured as a three-month program to support habit-building, progressive strength gains, and lasting results. Over that time, you are supported with clear guidance, intentional programming, and ongoing accountability.
You focus on training consistently.
The structure, planning, and progression are already in place.
- Guided strength programming delivered through the MBStrength app
- Two progressive strength workouts per week
- One recommended strength and conditioning circuit workout per week
- One optional circuit workout for additional conditioning or variety
- A clear weekly training focus that highlights both strength priorities and simple habit anchors
- Exercise demos and coaching cues built into every workout
- Progressions that build strength and confidence over time
- Private group support for accountability and shared momentum
You focus on training consistently.
The structure, planning, and progression are already in place.
How Essential Strength Works
Essential Strength is designed to fit into real life, not take it over.
Each week follows a clear training framework that balances strength, recovery, and consistency.
You will:
Designed to work with schedule changes and real-life interruptions.
Each week follows a clear training framework that balances strength, recovery, and consistency.
You will:
- Access your workouts through the MBStrength app
- Train 2 to 4 days per week, depending on your schedule
- Follow a clear weekly focus that guides your training
- Follow a clear weekly focus that guides where to put your effort
- Build strength gradually through intentional progression
Designed to work with schedule changes and real-life interruptions.
What the three months look like
The program builds gradually, so your training feels intentional and manageable over time.
Month One focuses on learning the plan, building consistency, and establishing a strong foundation.
Month Two emphasizes strength progression and confidence with the movements.
Month Three reinforces habits, incorporates circuit work to support conditioning, and prepares you to continue training independently.
The program progresses steadily from one month to the next.
Month One focuses on learning the plan, building consistency, and establishing a strong foundation.
Month Two emphasizes strength progression and confidence with the movements.
Month Three reinforces habits, incorporates circuit work to support conditioning, and prepares you to continue training independently.
The program progresses steadily from one month to the next.
Investment and Commitment
Essential Strength is delivered as a three-month group coaching program with two payment options outlined below.
Pay in Full (Best Value)$357 total
Covers the full 3-month program Equivalent to $119 per month This option offers the best value and simplifies billing. |
3 Monthly Installments$133 per month
Billed monthly for 3 months Total investment: $399 This option provides flexibility with a slightly higher overall cost. |
Who Essential Strength Is ForEssential Strength is a good fit if you:
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Who It May Not Be For
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FAQ's
How long is the program?
Essential Strength runs for 3 months. At the end of the program, you will have the option to continue with the next cohort if the structure and support are working well for you.
Essential Strength runs for 3 months. At the end of the program, you will have the option to continue with the next cohort if the structure and support are working well for you.
Where do I access the workouts?
All workouts are delivered through the MBStrength app.
All workouts are delivered through the MBStrength app.
Is this the same as 1:1 online coaching?
No. Essential Strength is a group coaching program with shared structure and progression.
1:1 online coaching includes fully customized programming and individualized support.
No. Essential Strength is a group coaching program with shared structure and progression.
1:1 online coaching includes fully customized programming and individualized support.
How many days per week will I train?
Most participants train 2 to 3 days per week. The program is designed to work with changing schedules and busy weeks.
Most participants train 2 to 3 days per week. The program is designed to work with changing schedules and busy weeks.
How many days per week will I train?
Most participants train 2 to 3 days per week.
Most participants train 2 to 3 days per week.
What equipment do I need?
You will need access to dumbbells and/or resistance bands with a door anchor. Most workouts can be completed with a simple home setup. Modifications are provided based on the equipment you have available.
You will need access to dumbbells and/or resistance bands with a door anchor. Most workouts can be completed with a simple home setup. Modifications are provided based on the equipment you have available.
Do I need gym access?
No. The program can be completed at home or in a gym. Equipment options and modifications are provided when needed.
No. The program can be completed at home or in a gym. Equipment options and modifications are provided when needed.
What if I sign up and it’s not a good fit?
If you start Essential Strength and decide it is not the right fit, you may request a full refund within the first 14 days of the program.
If you complete the program as intended and feel you did not receive the value the program promises, you may request a refund at the end of the 3 months.
If you start Essential Strength and decide it is not the right fit, you may request a full refund within the first 14 days of the program.
If you complete the program as intended and feel you did not receive the value the program promises, you may request a refund at the end of the 3 months.
Can I cancel early?
Enrollment requires a full 3-month commitment. The only exception is the program guarantee outlined above.
Enrollment requires a full 3-month commitment. The only exception is the program guarantee outlined above.
What happens after the program ends?
You may continue with the next cohort or explore upgrading to 1:1 online coaching if you want more individualized support.
You may continue with the next cohort or explore upgrading to 1:1 online coaching if you want more individualized support.
Is this appropriate if I’m returning to strength training?
Yes. Essential Strength is appropriate for women 40+ who are new to strength training or returning after time away. Modifications and progressions are built in.
Yes. Essential Strength is appropriate for women 40+ who are new to strength training or returning after time away. Modifications and progressions are built in.
Ready to Get Started?
If you want a clear plan, steady progress, and a smarter way to train after 40, Essential Strength is designed to support you.
