Five Exercises to Bulletproof Your Body

Joe Gilbert
Aug 28
3 min read

If you want to build a body that feels strong, resilient, and ready for anything life throws at you, it’s not just about lifting heavy weights or chasing fitness trends. It’s about smart, structured training that strengthens your muscles, joints, and movement patterns.#

At REVIVAL Personal Training in Hammersmith, our expert coaches focus on training methods that help you perform at your best while reducing your risk of injury. Whether you’re in Chiswick, Shepherds Bush, Fulham, or West London, our 1-1 personal training and small group personal training (SGPT) programs are designed to keep you strong, mobile, and injury-free.

Below, we share five essential exercises to bulletproof your body—all of which feature in our SGPT programming and 1-1 coaching at REVIVAL.

1. Deadlift Variations – Build Foundational Strength

The deadlift is a cornerstone of strength training, targeting your posterior chain (hamstrings, glutes, and back). When coached correctly, it improves posture, power, and core stability.

Conventional Deadlift for raw strength
Trap Bar Deadlift for a joint-friendly alternative
Single-Leg Deadlift for balance and stability

At REVIVAL, our trainers teach you how to lift safely and powerfully, ensuring you maximise strength gains without compromising your back.

2. Bulgarian Split Squats – Single-Leg Stability

A true test of lower-body strength, balance, and coordination. Bulgarian split squats strengthen your quads, glutes, and hips—helping you run faster, jump higher, and protect your knees.

Improves hip mobility
Corrects left-to-right strength imbalances
Builds resilience for everyday movement

Our SGPT sessions often feature these as part of structured lower-body training blocks, allowing you to progress in a supportive, coached environment.

3. Pull-Ups – Upper-Body Power

Pull-ups are a timeless test of functional upper-body strength. They train your lats, arms, and grip while also reinforcing shoulder stability.

Scale with bands or assistance if needed
Progress to weighted pull-ups for advanced strength
Builds a powerful back and better posture

If you’ve ever struggled with pull-ups, our team at REVIVAL will get you there—step by step.

4. Farmer’s Carries – Core and Grip Strength

Simple but brutally effective, the farmer’s carry develops core strength, grip power, and total-body resilience.

Builds anti-rotational core stability
Transfers directly to everyday life (carrying bags, lifting kids, moving furniture)
Excellent for conditioning and strength endurance

We integrate carries into both SGPT finishers and personal training sessions to help clients build practical strength.

5. Pallof Press – Bulletproof Your Core

A must-do for core stability, the Pallof press teaches your body to resist unwanted movement, protecting your lower back and improving overall control.

Strengthens deep stabilising muscles
Reduces injury risk during heavy lifts
Great for athletes and everyday movers alike

Our coaches use it to build resilient midlines that carry over into every other exercise.

Why Train at REVIVAL Personal Training in Hammersmith?

When it comes to building strength and resilience, coaching makes the difference. At REVIVAL, you’ll benefit from:

Expert Coaching: Our trainers break down technique step-by-step.
Personalised Programs: Whether in 1-1 personal training or small group training, your plan matches your goals.
Premium Facility: Located in Hammersmith, we serve the wider West London community, including Chiswick, Shepherds Bush, and Fulham.
Supportive Environment: Train with like-minded people who want to perform, not just exercise.

Start Training at REVIVAL Today

Ready to bulletproof your body? Whether you’re aiming to get stronger, improve fitness, or simply move better without pain, our team is here to guide you.

👉 Book your first personal training session or SGPT class at REVIVAL in Hammersmith today—and start building the strongest version of yourself.