Finished DediKate Thrive and not sure what’s next?
One of the things we love most about being on this journey with you is hearing your questions. If you’re wondering about something, chances are lots of other DediKate’rs are too! Over the past year, these have been some of the most common ones we hear, so let’s clear them up together.
1. “I’ve finished my Thrive planner. What’s next?”
First of all, congratulations, that’s an awesome achievement! Where you go next depends on what you’re feeling excited about:
- Want to keep building strength? → Progressive Lifting Planner is your next step.
- Need a pelvic floor friendly workout, and, if jumping is not available to you? → Stick with the Strong No Jump Planner.
- Feeling good and ready for more intensity? → Try the Strong Jump Planner.
- Wanting to balance peri to post menopause with other types of training you enjoy? → Try the Meno Flexi Planner.
It’s all about listening to your body and choosing the plan that feels motivating and sustainable.
2. “Is it okay that my heart rate stays low during strength workouts?”
Yes! Strength training is about building muscle and strength, rather than necessarily increasing your heart rate. So if you’re in Zones 1–2 for most of a strength session, that’s completely normal and still very effective.
Want to understand heart rate training better? Check out this video from Anna. Heart Rate Training Tips NZ Site Or AUD Site.
3. “What weights should I be using?”
Ahh, the big one! The truth is, there’s no magic number. The right weight is one that challenges you while still allowing you to maintain good form. As a general rule, the last couple of reps should feel tough but still manageable with good technique. .
- Upper body: many start around 2–6kg dumbbells.
- Lower body: usually heavier, around 6–12kg or more.
As you get stronger, you’ll naturally need to increase. We’ve put together a full blog on this exact topic ⬇️
4. “What can I do if I can’t squat, lunge, or run due to injury or pelvic floor issues?”
Great question, and you’re not alone. If you’ve been advised to avoid certain movements, you can still train effectively. Focus on:
- DediKate Low-impact workouts
- DediKate PPM Sculpt or Traditional Upper Body Sculpt
- DediKate Pilates and Yoga
There’s always a way forward; the key is moving in a way that feels safe and supportive for your body.
5. “Should I invest in 25kg or 40kg adjustable dumbbells?”
This is a big decision. Going for 40kg means you won’t outgrow them, but they can feel bulky once you go above 25kg. Personally, we find that we only use more than 25kg for lower-body work.
One option is to grab the 25kg adjustables now and upgrade later. We have a member buy/sell group in the DediKate Support Group on Facebook, so you’ll likely be able to sell to them when you’re ready to move up. Either way, investing in your strength is never the wrong choice.
For more on this check out our blog on this topic ⬇️
Remember, everyone’s journey is unique ✨
Continue to kisten to your body, celebrate your wins, big and small and know that we’re here to support you every step of the way. If you’ve got a question, reach out anytime. We are here to help! 💛
