PERSIST MINIMALIST

See noticeable strength & muscle gains week after week, using minimal equipment or bodyweight only.
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Strength and Hypertrophy
Conditioning and Mobility
4x/week

You DON'T need a lot of equipment to train HARD.

GIVE ME 4 WEEKS AND I'LL GUARANTEE THAT YOU:

✔️ Get measurably stronger

✔️ Build noticeable muscle

✔️ Improve mobility & movement patterns

✔️ Build full body resiliency

✔️ Build a healthy, strong aerobic engine.

🚨 All while using just your bodyweight or minimal equipment training 4 days/week.

NOT YOUR AVERAGE MINIMAL EQUIPMENT PLAN

Most “minimal” programs rely on burpees, pushups, and light dumbbells to chase a pump.

Persist Minimalist is different. This is true progressive, functional bodybuilding—built with only the essentials.

In just 4 weeks, you’ll lift more, drop body fat, and feel better in your joints…

All while training 4 hours total per week.

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GET FREE, FULL-APP ACCESS WHEN YOU SIGN UP FOR MINIMALIST

Train 3, 4, or 5 days/week with minimal to full equipment options based on your goals & needs.

🏋🏼‍♀️ Intelligent strength training that actually progresses

💪🏼 Methodical muscle building for visible shape and tone

🏃🏼‍♀️ Intentional conditioning for real-life stamina

🧘🏼‍♀️ Feel-good mobility + joint support

PLUS 9 SPECIALTY PROGRAMS:

  • HYBRID RUNNING
  • HYBRID HYROX
  • OLY BUILDING
  • FUNCTIONAL HYBRID
  • FBB 101
  • PUMP 40

... and more!

All Persist Members Get Access To:

  • All Persist Tracks + Specialty Training Plans
  • Customizable to your schedule
  • Zero, minimal, & full equipment options
  • Coaching & support in our private community
  • Customizable nutrition
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Learn more about how Persist can support your fitness journey

What equipment do I need?

MINIMALIST uses dumbbells, a bench/box, and pull-up bar, or see the bodyweight-only workshop for alternatives.

The other tracks use free weights such as barbells/plates, DBs, KBs, etc. and a rower, bike, or similar alternative.

Substitution info is provided.

PUMP LIFT also includes machine options found at conventional gyms.

How many days per week do I have to train?

Within Persist, you can train on your schedule with a variety of options ranging from 3-5 days per week, plus optional active recovery work.

You can follow the programs on your timeline - and the 3 day tracks are full body, so if you have an inconsistent schedule you don't have to worry about keeping up with an upper/lower training split.

How long are the workouts?

60 minutes or less for PILLARS or MINIMALIST, 60-75 minutes typically for PERFORM or PUMP. Each workout includes Short on Time notes if you need to get it in quicker.

Persist also comes with the PUMP 40 workshop for 40-minute muscle-building sessions.

Which Persist Track should I start with?

Persist includes 4 ongoing tracks (PUMP LIFT, PUMP CONDITION, MINIMALIST, and PERFORM). Most athletes start with PUMP LIFT 3 days per week, or the FBB 101 Workshop if you're a beginner.

You can take a quick quiz in the app to find your starting place, or schedule a complimentary onboarding call to eliminate any guesswork.

What about nutrition?

Persist includes a bonus Nutrition Resource Library to teach you sustainable ways to fuel your training. No fad diets – our approach works with any eating style and is based on quantity, quality, and protein. You’ll also receive the Practical Protein Ebook for recipes and tips for getting more of the most important macro.

Do women do Persist?

Of course! Functional Bodybuilding welcomes participants of all genders. We also have many couples in our community. Refer a friend to include your special someone and get a discount for both of you

Is there a community or coaching support?

Join the Functional Bodybuilding Facebook group to chat with tens of thousands of fellow athletes in our active, moderated community. And you can chat about the workouts in the app Community Board as well.

Can I train offline?

Yes! In addition to the app, you’ll receive a weekly pdf of training if you need to work out away from online access, or prefer not to have your phone with you.

Is there an app, or how do I access the workouts?

Yes! You'll get access to our native app for iOS and Android after signup, and it's also viewable from a web browser.

Who writes the workouts?

Marcus Filly founded Functional Bodybuilding in 2017 after competing in the CrossFit Games 6 times. He writes all the workouts drawing on his vast experience as an athlete, gym owner, and coach for 20+ years. Dr. Adam Fetter, DPT, assists with mobility work to keep your body humming.

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  • All Persist tracks & workshops
  • Mobility library
  • 6-Week success checklist
  • Nutrition accelerator pack + Zero Prep Momentum Meals
  • Tracking Templates
  • 30-day money back guarantee
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