Warm-up Sets Explained

Warm-Up Sets Explained | Strength Training, Muscle Growth & Fat Loss Tips

Warming up properly is one of the most overlooked parts of training. In this video, I’ll show you exactly how to do warm-up sets for weightlifting, bodybuilding, and strength training so you can lift heavier, stay injury-free, and see better results.

Why warm-up sets are essential for fitness success:
🔘 Increase core body temperature for better performance
🔘 Protect your joints, ligaments, and tendons during heavy lifts
🔘 Activate and “prime” muscles for strength and hypertrophy
🔘 Check in with your body before your working sets

My proven warm-up method:
🔘 1st warm-up: 30–40% of your working weight
🔘 2nd warm-up: 60–70% of your working weight

In this video, you’ll discover:
🔘 How often you need to warm up for lifting sessions
🔘 What to do if you feel pain during a warm-up set
🔘 The best way to program warm-ups for muscle building, fat loss, and overall strength

Whether you want to build muscle, lose weight, increase strength, or improve your overall fitness and physique, warm-up sets are a crucial step to maximize progress and avoid setbacks.

👉 Watch the full video for step-by-step guidance on warming up the right way so you can train harder, recover faster, and reach your fitness goals.

Eileen Pallotta

Coach

"Habits make history."

Eileen is responsible for guiding clients through personalized coaching that delivers life-changing results through consistency, strategy, and accountability. She manages client progress, provides tailored nutrition guidance, and offers ongoing support and education to ensure every individual feels empowered, understood, and set up for long-term success.

When she’s not coaching clients, you’ll find Eileen throwing weights around in the garage or chasing step goals trying to keep pace with her husband and four kids… most often on the sidelines of various sports fields.

Specialities:

  • BA Journalism and International Business
  • 15+ years Fitness and Nutrition Coach
  • Precision Nutrition Level 1
  • Certified CrossFit Trainer
  • Certified CrossFit Level 3 Trainer
  • CrossFit Level 1 Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Level 2 Certification
  • CrossFit Kids Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Nutrition Certification
  • CrossFit Movement and Mobility Trainer Certification
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  • CrossFit Olympic Lifting Trainer Certification
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  • CrossFit Strongman Trainer Certification
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Elise Ladaw

Director of Coaching

“Science is Stronger”

Elise’s primary role as Director of Coaching is to ensure that the coaching business runs smoothly and is driven by science based principles concerning nutrition and exercise science. Her goal is to continually work to enhance the overall client experience, educate the clientele, monitor key performance indicators related to the coaching services, and foster a company culture of continuous learning among coaching staff.

When Elise is not helping the company with all things coaching she is either in the gym lifting weights or taking long walks through the grocery store finding new tasty and macro friendly nutrition products.


Specialities:

  • BAS Food Science 
  • NQ NPC Figure Competitor 
  • ACE CPT 
  • J3 University

Michelle Freedman

Chief of Operations

“Practice not perfection”

Michelle holds a crucial position in supervising the daily operations, aiming for operational efficiency, fostering growth, and contributing to the achievement of the organization’s strategic objectives. Beyond providing structure, Michelle is actively involved in coaching and managing social media activities.

Away from refining policies and operations at Jake Zemer, LLC, you’ll discover Michelle outdoors, often barefoot with her kettlebells, engaging in adventures alongside her husband, two children, and two bulldogs.

Specialities:

  • BFA Graphic Design 
  • 10 years Corporate Fitness Management 
  • ACE CPT & GFI 
  • ACE Nutrition Specialist 
  • Kettlebell Master Instructor 
  • FMS I & II
  • USA Weightlifting 
  • Pre/Post Natal Certified  
  • TRX 
  • Schwinn & Maddog Cycling