Train vigorously (4,4,5)
I believe the answer is:
whip into shape
(Other definitions for whip into shape that I've seen before include "Bring forcefully to the desired state" , "Forcefully bring to proper condition" , "Prepare for action" .)
I've seen this clue in the LA Times.
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