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BODYPUMP HEAVY
Serious strength training, made simple and fun
The new workout of the decade. Tempo-based weightlifting with traditional lifting techniques, slow moves and long recoveries. It’s challenging, energizing and builds lean muscle like nothing else. BODYPUMP HEAVY™ is serious strength training made simple and fun. No intimidation, just science-backed heavy lifting, iconic music and addictive energy.
What you'll love
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Science-backed moves
Drawing on traditional lifting techniques, BODYPUMP HEAVY challenges strength, builds lean muscle, and drives measurable performance gains. It features foundational lifts, a slow tempo, and lots of recovery periods – allows for expert coaching, so you master form and technique and can lift heavier.
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The best music
Becoming a Les Mills Instructor starts by securing your spot
at an upcoming training. Choose the LES MILLS™ program you want to train in and book in.
From global hits to bespoke tracks from independent artists. Each workout is powered by a playlist that drives the energy and sets the pace. This is the music that makes you want to move.
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The best instructors
Passion, energy, expertise… Certified Les Mills Instructors bring it all. Trained to world-class standards and with a library of workouts, they deliver powerful science-backed workouts and motivation to match.
There are in-person and online training options. Training for LES MILLS Signature programs is over two days, training for LES MILLS Innovation Collection programs is just half a day.
Program details
Experience it for yourself
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Try a BODYPUMP HEAVY class
BODYPUMP HEAVY can be enjoyed by anyone! There are options for all abilities and inspiring Instructors to coach you every step of the way.
Teach BODYPUMP HEAVY classes
Instructors have been teaching BODYPUMP HEAVY and they love it! Find out more about joining our Instructor community.
Bring BODYPUMP HEAVY to your club
All over the globe BODYPUMP HEAVY is filling classes and keeping members coming back for more. Find out how you can enjoy the benefits at your club.
FAQ's
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BODYPUMP HEAVY is available on LES MILLS+ now. You can start a free trial or log in.
More details around when BODYPUMP HEAVY will be available in clubs will be coming soon.
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BODYPUMP HEAVY is for everyone! The simple, slow movements with long recoveries between sets mean there’s no need to race to match the beat or worry about falling behind. Beginners can start light, learn great form and technique, and build at their own speed, guided by expert Les Mills certified instructors. Experienced lifters can break through plateaus and get even stronger.
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BODYPUMP builds strength endurance and lean muscle growth using the Rep Effect – where you do over 1,000 reps in a single class. BODYPUMP HEAVY takes the proven psychology of group training and combines it with slower weightlifting. You focus on the same foundational lifts, but the slower speeds and longer recoveries, which allows for increased focus on technique and the ability to lift heavier.
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All you need is comfortable workout clothes, supportive shoes, a drink bottle and a sweat towel. You’ll use a weight bar and a variety of weight plates – the more weight plates you have on hand the better.
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Yes! Keep an eye on our Les Mills channels to get the latest updates.
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No. BODYPUMP HEAVY is not designed to replace BODYPUMP but to run alongside it, providing a natural next step for those who want to lift heavier. BODYPUMP HEAVY and BODYPUMP, meet different training needs and work best when scheduled together to provide both endurance and progression pathways.
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Fit Planet
BODYPUMP HEAVY explained: Introducing the new workout of the decade
Clubs and Facilities
Democratizing strength training: The golden opportunity for club growth
Fit Planet
The new workout of the decade: Introducing BODYPUMP HEAVY
Clubs and Facilities