Unofficial Peloton Strength Programs from Joslyn Thompson Rule - Monthly Series - January 2026

Peloton instructor Joslyn Thompson Rule has formulated an unofficial strength training program.

Joslyn announced the news via Instagram, writing:

Training plan from a month of Mondays
Every Monday I teach a live strength class. My programming brain won’t allow me to design it without a bigger picture in mind.
Each month, the 4-5 classes taught can be taken as a full week-long programme for 4-6 weeks.
This month follows a 3 day week programme.
Each month there will be a new programme based on the classes taught in the previous month.
There will be 12 programmes by the end of 2026, alongside some bonus ones collated from other content recorded (there will be a beginner programme by the end March – or take my Discover Strength programme)

In contrast to some other unofficial Peloton strength training programs that instructors have promoted in the past, Joslyn is planning unofficial programming that refreshes each month.

On the current iteration of the Peloton live schedule, Joslyn teaches a strength class each Monday. Each class from the previous month can be curated into a weekly strength lineup that she recommends members repeat over 4-6 weeks.

In January, Joslyn has four classes that she recommends taking over three days, as outlined below:

Joslyn noted that day 2 is a substitute class from 2025, however, the original January 12th class from 2026 will be back available in March – likely because it has been pulled to be placed in an upcoming official program.

Classes included in the January 2026 installment of Joslyn's unofficial strength program. — Classes included in the January 2026 installment of Joslyn’s unofficial strength program.

By the end of the year, Joslyn anticipates 12 unofficial strength programs that members can enjoy.

Joslyn shared additional context and insights behind the program in her Instagram post. Members are encouraged to follow the plan for 4-6 weeks, extending it longer if they are enjoying it and continuing to see progress. Rather than overhauling everything at once, the focus is on small, steady improvements each week – whether by adding an extra rep, increasing weight for at least one set, progressing from a modified movement to a full version, or simply noticing that a movement feels more natural and efficient. Improved recovery between sessions is another sign participants are on the right track.

The weekly structure is designed with balance in mind. Day one features a workout with a slight emphasis on the posterior chain, while also incorporating lateral movements like sumo deadlifts and side lunges. Day two shifts to an upper-body session paired with a core workout, covering both vertical and horizontal pushing and pulling patterns alongside rotational work. The third day rounds things out with a shorter glutes and legs strength session focused on foundational hip- and knee-dominant movements, with optional core work and some single-leg exercises included for runners.

Together, Joslyn hopes the plan offers a well-rounded, repeatable approach to strength training that prioritizes progression, recovery, and consistency.

Peloton instructor Joslyn Thompson Rule.

You can see Joslyn’s complete announcement post via Instagram.

Will you be checking Joslyn’s unofficial strength programs out throughout 2026?

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