BODY TRANSFORMATION PLAN HOW TO READ THIS PROGRAM Not all coaches use the same program structure or template. While I try to make it as simple and easily understandable as possible, I find that some of the formatting that I use might be confusing for some. And since what you do in the gym matters more than what’s on the piece of paper, I want to make sure that you truly understand what the program calls for. THE PRESCRIPTION GRID First let’s look at what the program visually looks like. Each workout day has its own sheet(s). 1-2 pages is used depending on the number of exercises for the session. Then you have one table for each exercise as well as all the information needed to perform that movement correctly. Let’s start by looking at the general information provided for each training day. 2 1 5 3 4 6 1. The name of the training program. This doesn’t change for the whole 12 weeks since it’s the program you are on. To be more precise, in periodization terminology, this is the macrocycle you are on. 2. The block/phase you are on. There are four blocks in this program. Each block lasts 3 weeks and has one main objective. 3. The name of the block. This also gives you an idea of the natural of that block and what it’s main objective is. You have an anatomical adaptations block where the goal is to prepare the body to train hard. This means that there is more “preventive” and less heavy loading. We want to focus on technique and joint preparation. The second block is an accumulation block where you perform more work at a lower level of intensity with the aim of developing muscle mass, tendon resiliency as well as get into the mental and physical state to be ready to lift big weights. Then we will move on to an intensification block, where you focus on maximizing strength development. And finally, we have a realization block where we peak performance. The more you progress, the more the block becomes specific to your objective. 4. The week you are on. The program lasts 12 weeks. 5. The weekday where this workout is done (ideally). In my programs I use a Monday/Wednesday/Friday/Saturday structure. You can train on different days if you have to but respect the same structure (on/off/on/off/on/on/off). 6. The type of session. My system revolves around emphasizing on each type of contraction on its own day. For the first three blocks (9 weeks) the daily sessions will be: eccentric emphasis, isometric emphasis, concentric emphasis and lower body. In the realization block it switches to the level of loading (heavy, speed, technique, volume). You can also have the following information: Which indicates that the next page includes more exercises for that workout. Then you have the exercise table where you have the information telling you how to train. 2 3 5 1 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 1. The order of the exercise. This can include either a letter (“A” in the example) or a letter plus a number (e.g. “D1”). When there is only a letter, it means that the exercise is performed by itself, i.e. you perform all the sets for this movement before moving on to the next. If there is a letter and a number (e.g. D1 and D2) it indicates a combination of 2+ exercises. Note that this is not necessarily a superset. It simply means that you alternate between a set of D1 with a set o D2. You still respect the rest intervals between both. For example, if the program calls for 90 seconds of rest after D1 and 2 minutes avec D2 you would do: First set of D1 / Rest 90 seconds / First set of D2 / Rest 2 minutes / Second set of D1/ Rest 90 seconds/ Second set of D2/ rest 2 minutes, etc. 2. The name of the exercise. This is pretty straightforward info. It normally includes the exercise as well as info about the grip if needed. 3. The number of “work” sets. You’ll notice that the program grid below includes more than the prescribed number of work sets because the grid also includes the warm-up sets prescription (in grey). 4. The number of reps per set. This will tell you either the number of reps for your sets or a specific loading scheme. For example, if it says “5” it means that all of your work sets are performed for 5 reps. If it’s something like 8-6-4-4-6-8 it means that the first set has 8 reps, then you add weight for the next set which has 6 reps. The third set is still heavier and is done for 4 reps. Then you work your way up, gradually reducing the reps. You can also have a loading scheme name, like “Miller clusters 1” in which case the scheme will be explained in the note section. Sometimes you will be given a range: 6-8. This means that as long you get 6, 7 or 8 reps in you set, you are fine. This allows you to be more aggressive with your weight selection. 5. Tempo/method. This tells you how you will be performing you reps/sets. It can be a precise tempo prescription (see the table below). In which case you will have a 4 digits number giving you the speed prescription for your reps. The first number indicates the duration in seconds of the eccentric phase of the movement (lowering the weight), the second digit would indicate a pause between the eccentric and concentric. I don’t use that in my prescription: if there is a pause I simply write “stato-dynamic” and mention the position and duration of the pause in the “notes” box. The third number is the duration, in seconds, on the concentric/lifting phase. And the last number is a pause at the end of the concentric rep. Sometimes I simply give a repetition style (like the “slow eccentric” above), in which case refer to the “notes” box for more info. 6. The rest period after your set. You have some leeway here. You don’t have to use the exact rest period, especially if it kills the rhythm of your workout. But stay in the right ballpark. 7. Notes box. This is where I give you information regarding the training method used (e.g. position and duration of a pause) or technique cues. 8. Workout grid/sets. This is where you fill out the weight you are using for each set. It also gives you indication about how to perform each set. This first row is the set number ranging from 1 to 9. Normally the first 2 or 3 are warm-up sets, which is why they are of a different color. 9.Workout grid/reps. This is the number of reps you perform on each individual set. 10. Workout grid/RPE. RPE means “Rate of Perceived Effort” or how hard you are pushing each set. This will help you with the load selection for each set. The following table gives you an idea of what each RPE level means. 11. Workout grid/weight. This is where you enter the weight you used for your set. MORE ABOUT THE TEMPO… Remember that the tempo can be prescribed as a four digits number (e.g. 3010). Or as a guideline (e.g. lower the bar/perform the eccentric in 5 seconds). In many movements the order of the 4 digits is the same as what happens during the exercise. The first number (duration of the eccentric phase) also occurs first during the lift. For example, in the squat or bench press you start by lowering the bar (eccentric). 1 2 3 For example, going from image 1 to image 2 is the eccentric phase (you are resisting the weight) and is thus the first digit in the number. Going from image 2 to image 3 represents the concentric phase (overcoming/lifting the weight) and is noted as the third digit. The second digit would represent a pause somewhere between image 1 and image 2 and the fourth digit a pause as the top of image 3. But in some movements the order of the digits (which doesn’t change) and the phases of the movement are not the same. For example, in a deadlift, military press or chin-up the concentric phase (third digit) occurs first in the movement. 1 2 3 In the example above going from image 1 to 2 happens first in the movement. But since it is the concentric phase (overcoming/lifting the weight) it is still noted as the third digit, not the first one. The first digit is the duration of the eccentric phase. And the eccentric phase is when you are resisting/lowering the weight and that happens when you go from image 2 to image 3. You thus have exercises where the digit order is the same as what happens in the performance of the movement and movements where you start each rep with the concentric phase which means that the third digit happens first when you perform the exercise. Same digit and performance order Bench press variations Squat variations Romanian deadlift Triceps extension variations Leg press Hack squat DB split squat DB press* Phase noted as third digit happens first Lay pulldown variations Rowing variations Duffin upright row Biceps curl variations Cuban press/Seated clean & press Pretty much all cable exercises Bench press/squats from pins Deadlift from floor or pins Leg curl *In the DB press you often have to press the DB to get them to the starting position, this could technically be seen as using a reverse order. But I prefer not to include the pressing action you use to get the DB up in the first place. CARDIO PROGRESSION Cardio, especially steady-state cardio, got a bad rep from many “hardcore” coaches who not only downplay its importance in a fat loss effort, but go as far as to say that it doesn’t do anything to help you get leaner. Some even push the envelope to saying that it will make you fatter! Ironically, those coaches are also among those who recommend that you “move more” throughout the day to help you lose fat. “Park further away when going to the grocery store (so you have to walk more)”, “take the stairs instead of the elevator, every little bit count”. Answer me this: why would walking to the grocery store work but not walking on a treadmill? And if you say that “cardio” does too little to be worth adding, then why say that “every little bit count?” And while cardio is not as effective as its proponents believe for fat loss, it is not as worthless as some make it to be either. It’s true that the caloric expenditure from doing cardio (especially steady state cardio) isn’t that high. But every little bit count, right? And anyway, the main benefit of cardio is upregulating the production of the enzymes responsible for mobilizing and utilising fat for fuel. Cardio might not burn a ton of calories right now, but it’s an investment in your body’s capacity to use fat over the long run. That having been said, a lot of people indeed do too much cardio when trying to lose fat or go to the nuclear weapon right off the bat: intervals, without being prepared for them. Which can create an extreme stress response than might make it harder to reach your gains. Here is the progression I recommend when it comes to cardio work done along with this program. Week 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 NOTES BODY TRANSFORMATION CARDIO PROGRESSION INTRA-WORKOUT NON-WORKOUT DAYS. (optional) Steady state Intervals Steady state Intervals 10 min/10 min* 10 min/10 min 10 min/15 min 10 min / 15 min 15 min / 15 min 15 min / 15 min 15 min / 15 min 15 min / 15 min 15 min / 10 min 15 min / 10 min 20 min / 5 min 20 min / 5 min ---45 sec/15 sec x 5 45 sec/15 sec x 5 30 sec/30 sec x 5 30 sec/30 sec x 5 30 sec/30 sec x 5 30 sec/30 sec x 7 30 sec/30 sec x 7 30 sec/30 sec x 10 30 sec/30 sec x 10 20-25 min 20-25 min 20-25 min 20-25 min 25-30 min 25-30 min 25-30 min 25-30 min 15-20 min 15-20 min 15-20 min 15-20 min 45 sec/15 sec x 5 45 sec/15 sec x 5 45 sec/15 sec x 5 45 sec/15 sec x 5 For the intra-workout steady state, the first number is done pre-workout; the second, post-workout For the intervals the first number is moderate pace, second is very intense Steady state uses an intensity of around 110-120 heart beats per minute NEAT LEVEL NEAT refers to Non Exercise Activity Thermogenesis, or your level of activity outside of the gym. The more active you are, the more energy you will burn daily, the more likely you are to lose fat. And the cool thing with NEAT is that it is very unlikely to have a negative impact on your muscle mass while dieting down (unless you are a physical laborer). I am not going to ask you to measure every single activity you do in your daily like; you’d shoot yourself or abandon this program within 2 weeks (hopefully the second option). But one thing you can measure is the number of steps you take per day. No, don’t count yourself, you’d go insane. Simply get a pedometer or use a pedometer app on your smartphone. While these devices are not 100% accurate regarding the exact number of steps you are taking per day, it is still in the right ballpark to give us an idea of your activity level. And while there is less need of a weekly progression when it comes to NEAT, you certainly must beware of a regression. See, one of the defense mechanisms that the body has when it comes to adapting to a lowered caloric intake is to make you lazier. As you are decreasing calories and losing weight the body will often try to make you move less so that you don’t burn as much energy to adapt to the lowered energy intake. Subconsciously you are very likely to move less after 4-6 weeks of dieting down. And the more drastic your diet is, the sooner it will happen. Measuring your daily number of steps is a great way to be aware of your activity level and prevent the decrease in NEAT that could make it harder to lose the fat you want (every little bit counts). A good number to shoot for when trying to lose fat is 10 000 steps per day. And while I do recommend getting your daily number at least to that point during this program, it is even more important to avoid the number going down from week to week if you are to avoid halting your progression. WEEK 1 BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 1 – ANATOMICAL ADAPTATIONS – WEEK 1 MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Back squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds, lift as fast as you can. Look at the notes weekly, the speed of the eccentric phase will change. Try to at least keep the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Bench press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds, lift as fast as you can. Look at the notes weekly, the speed of the eccentric phase will change. Try to at least keep the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Romanian deadlift Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds, lift as fast as you can. Look at the notes weekly, the speed of the eccentric phase will change. Try to at least keep the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Leg press, feet Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 wide and high Reps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Lying leg curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 1 – ANATOMICAL ADAPTATIONS – WEEK 1 WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Zercher squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method Iso pre-fatigue Reps Hold + 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Hold the mid-range position for 10 seconds, then immediately do your prescribed reps. The length of the hold will get longer every week, try to at least maintain the same weights. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Bench press Sets 3 Tempo/Method Iso pre-fatigue Reps Hold + 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Hold the mid-range for 10 seconds, then immediately do your prescribed reps. The length of the hold will get longer every week, try to at least maintain the same weights. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Seated row, Sets 3 Tempo/Method Iso pre-fatigue supinated grip Reps Hold + 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Hold the peak contraction for 10 seconds, then immediately do your prescribed reps. The length of the hold will get longer every week, try to at least maintain the same weights. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Lat pulldown, Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 supinated closeReps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec grip Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Pec deck machine Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 1 – ANATOMICAL ADAPTATIONS – WEEK 1 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Front squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3010 Reps 10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Every week the number of reps will increase, the goal is to be able to at least maintain the same weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 REPS 10 10 10 10 10 RPE 6 7 8 8 8-9 WEIGHT Close-grip bench Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3010 press Reps 10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Every week the number of reps will increase, the goal is to be able to at least maintain the same weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 REPS 10 10 10 10 10 RPE 6 7 8 8 8-9 WEIGHT Deadlift from pins Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3010 (below knees) Reps 10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Every week the number of reps will increase, the goal is to be able to at least maintain the same weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 REPS 10 10 10 10 10 RPE 6 7 8 8 8-9 WEIGHT (more on next page…) 9 9 9 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Rope triceps Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 pressdown Reps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Standing cable curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 1 – ANATOMICAL ADAPTATIONS – WEEK 1 SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING A1. Goblet squat Sets 4 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 and A2 are a pairing, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 15 6 2 15 7 3 15 8 4 12-15 8-9 5 12-15 8-9 6 12-15 8-9 7 8 9 A2. Rowing Sets 4 Tempo/Method All-out ergometer Reps 250m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : A1 and A2 are a pairing, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 250m 6 2 125m 9 3 250m 9 4 250m 9 5 250m 9-10 6 250m 9-10 7 8 9 B1. DB thrusters Sets 4 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 and B2 are a pairing, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 15 6 2 15 7 3 15 8 4 12-15 8-9 5 12-15 8-9 6 12-15 8-9 7 8 9 B2. Prowler Sets 4 Tempo/Method Walking pushing Reps 60m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : B1 and B2 are a pairing, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2. Use a fairly heavy weight, one that you can’t sprint with. If you don’t have a prowler use a stationary bike with high resistance for 45-60 seconds. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 60m 30m 60m 60m 60m 60m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT WEEK 2 BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 1 – ANATOMICAL ADAPTATIONS – WEEK 2 MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Back squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 8 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 8 seconds, lift as fast as you can. Look at the notes weekly, the speed of the eccentric phase will change. Try to at least keep the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Incline bench press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 8 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 8 seconds, lift as fast as you can. Look at the notes weekly, the speed of the eccentric phase will change. Try to at least keep the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Romanian deadlift Sets 3 Tempo/Method 8 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 8 seconds, lift as fast as you can. Look at the notes weekly, the speed of the eccentric phase will change. Try to at least keep the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Leg press, feet Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 wide and high Reps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Lying leg curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 1 – ANATOMICAL ADAPTATIONS – WEEK 2 WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Zercher squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method Iso pre-fatigue Reps Hold + 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Hold the mid-range position for 15 seconds, then immediately do your prescribed reps. The length of the hold will get longer every week, try to at least maintain the same weights. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Bench press Sets 3 Tempo/Method Iso pre-fatigue Reps Hold + 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Hold the mid-range for 15 seconds, then immediately do your prescribed reps. The length of the hold will get longer every week, try to at least maintain the same weights. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Seated row, Sets 3 Tempo/Method Iso pre-fatigue supinated grip Reps Hold + 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Hold the peak contraction for 15 seconds, then immediately do your prescribed reps. The length of the hold will get longer every week, try to at least maintain the same weights. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Lat pulldown, Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 supinated closeReps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec grip Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Pec deck machine Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 1 – ANATOMICAL ADAPTATIONS – WEEK 2 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Front squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3010 Reps 12 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Every week the number of reps will increase, the goal is to be able to at least maintain the same weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 REPS 12 12 12 12 12 RPE 6 7 8 8 8-9 WEIGHT Close-grip bench Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3010 press Reps 12 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Every week the number of reps will increase, the goal is to be able to at least maintain the same weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 REPS 12 12 12 12 12 RPE 6 7 8 8 8-9 WEIGHT Deadlift from pins Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3010 (below knees) Reps 12 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Every week the number of reps will increase, the goal is to be able to at least maintain the same weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 REPS 12 12 12 12 12 RPE 6 7 8 8 8-9 WEIGHT (more on next page…) 9 9 9 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Rope triceps Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 pressdown Reps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Standing cable curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 1 – ANATOMICAL ADAPTATIONS – WEEK 2 SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING A1. Goblet squat Sets 4 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 and A2 are a pairing, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 15 6 2 15 7 3 15 8 4 12-15 8-9 5 12-15 8-9 6 12-15 8-9 7 8 9 A2. Rowing Sets 4 Tempo/Method All-out ergometer Reps 250m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : A1 and A2 are a pairing, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 250m 6 2 125m 9 3 250m 9 4 250m 9 5 250m 9-10 6 250m 9-10 7 8 9 B1. DB thrusters Sets 4 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 and B2 are a pairing, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 15 6 2 15 7 3 15 8 4 12-15 8-9 5 12-15 8-9 6 12-15 8-9 7 8 9 B2. Prowler Sets 4 Tempo/Method Walking pushing Reps 60m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : B1 and B2 are a pairing, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2. Use a fairly heavy weight, one that you can’t sprint with. If you don’t have a prowler use a stationary bike with high resistance for 45-60 seconds. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 60m 30m 60m 60m 60m 60m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT WEEK 3 BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 1 – ANATOMICAL ADAPTATIONS – WEEK 3 MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Back squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 10 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 10 seconds, lift as fast as you can. Look at the notes weekly, the speed of the eccentric phase will change. Try to at least keep the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Incline bench press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 10 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 10 seconds, lift as fast as you can. Look at the notes weekly, the speed of the eccentric phase will change. Try to at least keep the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Romanian deadlift Sets 3 Tempo/Method 10 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 10 seconds, lift as fast as you can. Look at the notes weekly, the speed of the eccentric phase will change. Try to at least keep the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Leg press, feet Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 wide and high Reps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Lying leg curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 1 – ANATOMICAL ADAPTATIONS – WEEK 3 WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Zercher squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method Iso pre-fatigue Reps Hold + 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Hold the mid-range position for 20 seconds, then immediately do your prescribed reps. The length of the hold will get longer every week, try to at least maintain the same weights. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Bench press Sets 3 Tempo/Method Iso pre-fatigue Reps Hold + 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Hold the mid-range for 20 seconds, then immediately do your prescribed reps. The length of the hold will get longer every week, try to at least maintain the same weights. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Seated row, Sets 3 Tempo/Method Iso pre-fatigue supinated grip Reps Hold + 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Hold the peak contraction for 20 seconds, then immediately do your prescribed reps. The length of the hold will get longer every week, try to at least maintain the same weights. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Lat pulldown, Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 supinated closeReps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec grip Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Pec deck machine Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 1 – ANATOMICAL ADAPTATIONS – WEEK 3 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Front squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3010 Reps 14 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Every week the number of reps will increase, the goal is to be able to at least maintain the same weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 REPS 14 14 14 14 14 RPE 6 7 8-9 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Close-grip bench Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3010 press Reps 14 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Every week the number of reps will increase, the goal is to be able to at least maintain the same weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 REPS 14 14 14 14 14 RPE 6 7 8-9 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Deadlift form pins Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3010 (below knees) Reps 14 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Every week the number of reps will increase, the goal is to be able to at least maintain the same weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 REPS 14 14 14 14 14 RPE 6 7 8-9 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) 9 9 9 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Rope triceps Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 pressdown Reps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Standing cable curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12-15 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 1 – ANATOMICAL ADAPTATIONS – WEEK 3 SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING A1. Goblet squat Sets 4 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 and A2 are a pairing, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 15 6 2 15 7 3 15 8 4 12-15 8-9 5 12-15 8-9 6 12-15 8-9 7 8 9 A2. Rowing Sets 4 Tempo/Method All-out ergometer Reps 250m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : A1 and A2 are a pairing, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 250m 6 2 125m 9 3 250m 9 4 250m 9 5 250m 9-10 6 250m 9-10 7 8 9 B1. DB thrusters Sets 4 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 and B2 are a pairing, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 15 6 2 15 7 3 15 8 4 12-15 8-9 5 12-15 8-9 6 12-15 8-9 7 8 9 B2. Prowler Sets 4 Tempo/Method Walking pushing Reps 60m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : B1 and B2 are a pairing, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2. Use a fairly heavy weight, one that you can’t sprint with. If you don’t have a prowler use a stationary bike with high resistance for 45-60 seconds. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 60m 30m 60m 60m 60m 60m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT WEEK 4 BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 2 – ACCUMULATION – WEEK 4 MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Front squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will increase every week. Try to at least maintain the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB bench press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will increase every week. Try to at least maintain the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Romanian deadlift, Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric front of feet Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min elevated Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will increase every week. Try to at least maintain the same weight. Elevate the front of your feet on 10lbs plates. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Split squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 10-12/leg Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Leg extension Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold top 2 sec Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 2 – ACCUMULATION – WEEK 4 WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Back squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3 pauses Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : During the eccentric phase, hold three 3 seconds pauses (top 1/3, mid-range, bottom 1/3). The reps will increase each week, try to at least, maintain the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Incline bench press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3 pauses Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : During the eccentric phase, hold three 3 seconds pauses (top 1/3, mid-range, bottom 1/3). The reps will increase each week, try to at least, maintain the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT T-bar row Sets 3 Tempo/Method 1 pause Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : On each repetition, hold the peak contraction for 5 seconds, squeezing the glutes as hard as you can. The reps will increase each week, try to at least, maintain the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) WEDNESDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Lat pulldown Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 pronated, Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec shoulder width Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Arnold press Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold top 2 sec Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 2 – ACCUMULATION – WEEK 4 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Anderson squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 8 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of reps will increase every week. Try to, at least, use the same weight. https://thibarmy.com/special-exercises-series-no-7-anderson-squats/ SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 8 6 2 8 7 3 8 8 4 8 8-9 5 8 8-9 6 7 8 9 Floor press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 8 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of reps will increase every week. Try to, at least, use the same weight. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 8 6 2 8 7 Pendlay row 3 8 8 4 8 8-9 5 8 8-9 6 7 8 9 Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 8 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of reps will increase every week. Try to, at least, use the same weight. https://youtu.be/Fm0MZYsHlKA SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT (more on next page…) FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Lying EZ bar Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 triceps extension Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Standing barbell Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold top 2 sec curl Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 2 – ACCUMULATION – WEEK 4 SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex A A1. Landmine Sets 4 Tempo/Method 2010 squat Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A2. Swiss ball Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow and squeeze crunches Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. MAKE THE REPS HARD by squeezing and going slowly. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A3. Rowing Sets 4 Tempo/Method All-out ergometer Reps 250m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3 SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex B B1. Seated cable Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/squeeze crunch, facing Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/wEJJivpidwI SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT Sets 4 Tempo/Method Walking Reps 80m Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after b1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. You can use DBs, a trap bar or farmer walk implements. https://youtu.be/1al9OVVcrjg SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT B2. Farmer walk B3. Seated knee Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/Squeeze tuck Reps 250m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/J6DbCWLTceA SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT WEEK 5 BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 2 – ACCUMULATION – WEEK 5 MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Front squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 7 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will increase every week. Try to at least maintain the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 7 7 7 7 7 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB bench press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 7 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will increase every week. Try to at least maintain the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 7 7 7 7 7 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Romanian deadlift, Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric front of feet Reps 7 Rest period 2-3 min elevated Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will increase every week. Try to at least maintain the same weight. Elevate the front of your feet on 10lbs plates. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 7 7 7 7 7 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Split squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 10-12/leg Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Leg extension Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold top 2 sec Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 2 – ACCUMULATION – WEEK 5 WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Back squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3 pauses Reps 7 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : During the eccentric phase, hold three 3 seconds pauses (top 1/3, mid-range, bottom 1/3). The reps will increase each week, try to at least, maintain the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 7 7 7 7 7 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Incline bench press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3 pauses Reps 7 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : During the eccentric phase, hold three 3 seconds pauses (top 1/3, mid-range, bottom 1/3). The reps will increase each week, try to at least, maintain the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 7 7 7 7 7 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT T-bar row Sets 3 Tempo/Method 1 pause Reps 7 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : On each repetition, hold the peak contraction for 5 seconds, squeezing the glutes as hard as you can. The reps will increase each week, try to at least, maintain the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 7 7 7 7 7 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) WEDNESDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Lat pulldown Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 pronated, Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec shoulder width Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Arnold press Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold top 2 sec Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 2 – ACCUMULATION – WEEK 5 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Anderson squats Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of reps will increase every week. Try to, at least, use the same weight. https://thibarmy.com/special-exercises-series-no-7-anderson-squats/ SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 10 6 2 10 7 3 10 8 4 10 8-9 5 10 8-9 6 7 8 9 Floor press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of reps will increase every week. Try to, at least, use the same weight. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 10 6 2 10 7 Pendlay row 3 10 8 4 10 8-9 5 10 8-9 6 7 8 9 Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of reps will increase every week. Try to, at least, use the same weight. https://youtu.be/Fm0MZYsHlKA SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT (more on next page…) FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Lying EZ bar Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 triceps extension Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Standing barbell Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold top 2 sec curl Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 2 – ACCUMULATION – WEEK 5 SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex A A1. Landmine Sets 4 Tempo/Method 2010 squat Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A2. Swiss ball Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow and squeeze crunches Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. MAKE THE REPS HARD by squeezing and going slowly. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A3. Rowing Sets 4 Tempo/Method All-out ergometer Reps 250m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3 SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex B B1. Seated cable Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/squeeze crunch, facing Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/wEJJivpidwI SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT Sets 4 Tempo/Method Walking Reps 80m Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after b1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. You can use DBs, a trap bar or farmer walk implements. https://youtu.be/1al9OVVcrjg SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT B2. Farmer walk B3. Seated knee Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/Squeeze tuck Reps 250m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/J6DbCWLTceA SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT WEEK 6 BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 2 – ACCUMULATION – WEEK 6 MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Front squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 8 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will increase every week. Try to at least maintain the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB bench press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 8 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will increase every week. Try to at least maintain the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Romanian deadlift, Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric front of feet Reps 8 Rest period 2-3 min elevated Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will increase every week. Try to at least maintain the same weight. Elevate the front of your feet on 10lbs plates. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Split squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 10-12/leg Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Leg extension Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold top 2 sec Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 2 – ACCUMULATION – WEEK 6 WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Back squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3 pauses Reps 8 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : During the eccentric phase, hold three 3 seconds pauses (top 1/3, mid-range, bottom 1/3). The reps will increase each week, try to at least, maintain the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Incline bench press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3 pauses Reps 8 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : During the eccentric phase, hold three 3 seconds pauses (top 1/3, mid-range, bottom 1/3). The reps will increase each week, try to at least, maintain the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT T-bar row Sets 3 Tempo/Method 1 pause Reps 8 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : On each repetition, hold the peak contraction for 5 seconds, squeezing the glutes as hard as you can. The reps will increase each week, try to at least, maintain the same weight. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) WEDNESDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Lat pulldown Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 pronated, Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec shoulder width Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Arnold press Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold top 2 sec Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 2 – ACCUMULATION – WEEK 6 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Anderson squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of reps will increase every week. Try to, at least, use the same weight. https://thibarmy.com/special-exercises-series-no-7-anderson-squats/ SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 12 6 2 12 7 3 12 8 4 12 8-9 5 12 9-10 6 7 8 9 Floor press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of reps will increase every week. Try to, at least, use the same weight. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 12 6 2 12 7 Pendlay row 3 12 8 4 12 8-9 5 12 9-10 6 7 8 9 Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 12 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of reps will increase every week. Try to, at least, use the same weight. https://youtu.be/Fm0MZYsHlKA SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Lying EZ bar Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 triceps extension Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Standing barbell Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold top 2 sec curl Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 2 – ACCUMULATION – WEEK 6 SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex A A1. Landmine Sets 4 Tempo/Method 2010 squat Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A2. Swiss ball Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow and squeeze crunches Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. MAKE THE REPS HARD by squeezing and going slowly. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A3. Rowing Sets 4 Tempo/Method All-out ergometer Reps 250m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3 SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex B B1. Seated cable Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/squeeze crunch, facing Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/wEJJivpidwI SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT Sets 4 Tempo/Method Walking Reps 80m Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after b1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. You can use DBs, a trap bar or farmer walk implements. https://youtu.be/1al9OVVcrjg SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT B2. Farmer walk B3. Seated knee Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/Squeeze tuck Reps 250m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/J6DbCWLTceA SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT WEEK 7 BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 3 – INTENSIFICATION – WEEK 7 MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Back squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 5 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will decrease every week so you need to add more weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 5 5 5 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Incline DB press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 5 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will decrease every week so you need to add more weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 5 5 5 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Deadlift Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 5 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will decrease every week so you need to add more weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 5 5 5 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Bulgarian split Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 squat Reps 6-8/leg Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Lying leg curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 6-8 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 3 – INTENSIFICATION – WEEK 7 WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Back squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 1 pause Reps 5 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Pause for 3 seconds near the bottom of each rep. Stop around 2” before the lowest point. Hold for 3 seconds, then go down completely and stand up. The reps will decrease every week. You will need to increase the weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 5 5 5 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Military press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 1 pause Reps 5 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Pause for 3 seconds near the bottom of each rep. Stop at mouth level. Hold for 3 seconds, then go down to the shoulders and press up. The reps will decrease every week. You will need to increase the weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 5 5 5 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Chest-supported Sets 3 Tempo/Method 1 pause row Reps 5 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Pause for 3 seconds at the peak contraction. The reps will decrease every week. You will need to increase the weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 5 5 5 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Seated row, Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold peak 2 sec neutral grip Reps 6-8 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB high incline Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 press (60 deg) Reps 6-8 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 3 – INTENSIFICATION – WEEK 7 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Front squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 8 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The reps will decrease every week so you will need to add weight. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 8 6 2 8 7 3 8 8 4 8 8-9 5 8 9-10 6 7 8 9 Pendlay row, Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 supinated Reps 8 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The reps will decrease every week so you will need to add weight. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 8 6 2 8 7 3 8 8 4 8 8-9 5 8 9-10 6 7 8 9 Deadlift from pins, Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 below knees Reps 8 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The reps will decrease every week so you will need to add weight. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 8 6 2 8 7 (more on next page…) 3 8 8 4 8 8-9 5 8 9-10 6 7 8 9 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Close-grip bench Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold peak 2 sec press Reps 6-8 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Preacher curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 6-8 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 3 – INTENSIFICATION – WEEK 7 SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex A A1. Landmine Sets 4 Tempo/Method 2010 squat Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A2. Swiss ball Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow and squeeze crunches Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A3. Rowing Sets 4 Tempo/Method All-out ergometer Reps 250m Rest period 15-30 minutes Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT A4. Steady state cardio: equipment of your choice (threadmill, stairmaster, bike, elliptical, etc.) 3 minutes. After the cardio you can rest 1-2 minutes. (more on next page…) SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex B B1. Seated cable Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/squeeze crunch, facing Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/wEJJivpidwI SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT Sets 4 Tempo/Method Walking Reps 80m Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after b1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. You can use DBs, a trap bar or farmer walk implements. https://youtu.be/1al9OVVcrjg SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT B2. Farmer walk B3. Seated knee Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/Squeeze tuck Reps 250m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/J6DbCWLTceA SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT WEEK 8 BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 3 – INTENSIFICATION – WEEK 8 MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Back squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 4 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will decrease every week so you need to add more weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 4 4 4 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Incline DB press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 4 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will decrease every week so you need to add more weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 4 4 4 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Deadlift Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 4 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will decrease every week so you need to add more weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 4 4 4 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Bulgarian split Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 squat Reps 6-8/leg Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Lying leg curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 6-8 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 3 – INTENSIFICATION – WEEK 8 WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Back squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 1 pause Reps 4 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Pause for 3 seconds near the bottom of each rep. Stop around 2” before the lowest point. Hold for 3 seconds, then go down completely and stand up. The reps will decrease every week. You will need to increase the weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 4 4 4 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Military press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 1 pause Reps 4 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Pause for 3 seconds near the bottom of each rep. Stop at mouth level. Hold for 3 seconds, then go down to the shoulders and press up. The reps will decrease every week. You will need to increase the weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 4 4 4 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Chest-supported Sets 3 Tempo/Method 1 pause row Reps 4 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Pause for 3 seconds at the peak contraction. The reps will decrease every week. You will need to increase the weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 4 4 4 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Seated row, Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold peak 2 sec neutral grip Reps 6-8 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB high incline Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 press (60 deg) Reps 6-8 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 3 – INTENSIFICATION – WEEK 8 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Front squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The reps will decrease every week so you will need to add weight. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 6 6 2 6 7 3 6 8 4 6 8-9 5 6 9-10 6 7 8 9 Pendlay row, Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 supinated Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The reps will decrease every week so you will need to add weight. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 6 6 2 6 7 3 6 8 4 6 8-9 5 6 9-10 6 7 8 9 Deadlift from pins, Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 below knees Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The reps will decrease every week so you will need to add weight. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 6 6 2 6 7 (more on next page…) 3 6 8 4 6 8-9 5 6 9-10 6 7 8 9 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Close-grip bench Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold peak 2 sec press Reps 6-8 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Preacher curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 6-8 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 3 – INTENSIFICATION – WEEK 8 SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex A A1. Landmine Sets 4 Tempo/Method 2010 squat Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A2. Swiss ball Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow and squeeze crunches Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A3. Rowing Sets 4 Tempo/Method All-out ergometer Reps 250m Rest period 15-30 minutes Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT A4. Steady state cardio: equipment of your choice (threadmill, stairmaster, bike, elliptical, etc.) 3 minutes. After the cardio you can rest 1-2 minutes. (more on next page…) SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex B B1. Seated cable Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/squeeze crunch, facing Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/wEJJivpidwI SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT Sets 4 Tempo/Method Walking Reps 80m Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after b1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. You can use DBs, a trap bar or farmer walk implements. https://youtu.be/1al9OVVcrjg SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT B2. Farmer walk B3. Seated knee Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/Squeeze tuck Reps 250m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/J6DbCWLTceA SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT WEEK 9 BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 3 – INTENSIFICATION – WEEK 9 MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Back squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 3 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will decrease every week so you need to add more weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 3 3 3 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Incline DB press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 3 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will decrease every week so you need to add more weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 3 3 3 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Deadlift Sets 3 Tempo/Method 6 sec eccentric Reps 3 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 6 seconds. The number of reps will decrease every week so you need to add more weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 3 3 3 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Bulgarian split Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 squat Reps 6-8/leg Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Lying leg curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 6-8 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 3 – INTENSIFICATION – WEEK 9 WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Back squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 1 pause Reps 3 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Pause for 3 seconds near the bottom of each rep. Stop around 2” before the lowest point. Hold for 3 seconds, then go down completely and stand up. The reps will decrease every week. You will need to increase the weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 3 3 3 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Military press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 1 pause Reps 3 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Pause for 3 seconds near the bottom of each rep. Stop at mouth level. Hold for 3 seconds, then go down to the shoulders and press up. The reps will decrease every week. You will need to increase the weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 3 3 3 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Chest-supported Sets 3 Tempo/Method 1 pause row Reps 3 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Pause for 3 seconds at the peak contraction. The reps will decrease every week. You will need to increase the weight from week to week. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 5 5 3 3 3 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Seated row, Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold peak 2 sec neutral grip Reps 6-8 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB high incline Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 press (60 deg) Reps 6-8 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 3 – INTENSIFICATION – WEEK 9 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Front squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 4 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The reps will decrease every week so you will need to add weight. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 6 6 2 6 7 3 4 8 4 4 8-9 5 4 9-10 6 7 8 9 Pendlay row, Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 supinated Reps 4 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The reps will decrease every week so you will need to add weight. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 6 6 2 6 7 3 4 8 4 4 8-9 5 4 9-10 6 7 8 9 Deadlift from pins, Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 below knees Reps 4 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The reps will decrease every week so you will need to add weight. SET REPS RPE WEIGHT 1 6 6 2 6 7 (more on next page…) 3 4 8 4 4 8-9 5 4 9-10 6 7 8 9 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Close-grip bench Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold peak 2 sec press Reps 6-8 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Preacher curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 6-8 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 8 8 8 8 6-8 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 3 – INTENSIFICATION – WEEK 9 SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex A A1. Landmine Sets 4 Tempo/Method 2010 squat Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A2. Swiss ball Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow and squeeze crunches Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A3. Rowing Sets 4 Tempo/Method All-out ergometer Reps 250m Rest period 15-30 minutes Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT A4. Steady state cardio: equipment of your choice (threadmill, stairmaster, bike, elliptical, etc.) 3 minutes. After the cardio you can rest 1-2 minutes. (more on next page…) SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex B B1. Seated cable Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/squeeze crunch, facing Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/wEJJivpidwI SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT Sets 4 Tempo/Method Walking Reps 80m Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after b1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. You can use DBs, a trap bar or farmer walk implements. https://youtu.be/1al9OVVcrjg SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT B2. Farmer walk B3. Seated knee Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/Squeeze tuck Reps 250m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/J6DbCWLTceA SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT WEEK 10 BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 4 – REALIZATION – WEEK 10 MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Front squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 5 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 5 seconds. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Bench press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 5 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 5 seconds. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Romanian deadlift Sets 3 Tempo/Method 5 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 5 seconds. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Walking lunges Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold peak 2 sec Reps 10-12/leg Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Lying leg curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 single leg Reps 10-12/leg Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Leg press, feet Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 wide and high Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 4 – REALIZATION – WEEK 10 WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK DB squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method Post-fatigue iso Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : At the end of your set, hold the bottom position (still with tension) as long as tolerable. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. Only do the holds on the work sets. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 8-10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB incline press Sets 3 Tempo/Method Post-fatigue iso Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : At the end of your set, hold the bottom position (still with tension) as long as tolerable. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. Only do the holds on the work sets. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 8-10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB Romanian Sets 3 Tempo/Method Post-fatigue iso deadlift Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : At the end of your set, hold the position just below the knees as long as tolerable. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. Only do the holds on the work sets. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 8-10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Lat pulldown wide Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold peak 2 sec pronated Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB shoulder press, Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 neutral grip Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB lateral raise Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 4 – REALIZATION – WEEK 10 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Back squat Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3010 Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Incline bench press Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3010 Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Bent over barbell Sets 3 Tempo/Method 3010 row pronated Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Close-grip bench Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold peak 2 sec press Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB lying triceps Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 extension Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Preacher curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 4 – INTENSIFICATION – WEEK 10 SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex A A1. Landmine Sets 4 Tempo/Method 2010 squat Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A2. Swiss ball Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow and squeeze crunches Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A3. Rowing Sets 4 Tempo/Method All-out ergometer Reps 250m Rest period 15-30 minutes Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT A4. Steady state cardio: equipment of your choice (treadmill, stairmaster, bike, elliptical, etc.) 3 minutes. After the cardio you can rest 1-2 minutes. (more on next page…) SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex B B1. Seated cable Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/squeeze crunch, facing Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/wEJJivpidwI SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT Sets 4 Tempo/Method Walking Reps 80m Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after b1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. You can use DBs, a trap bar or farmer walk implements. https://youtu.be/1al9OVVcrjg SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT B2. Farmer walk B3. Seated knee Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/Squeeze tuck Reps 250m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/J6DbCWLTceA SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT B4. Steady state cardio: equipment of your choice (treadmill, stairmaster, bike, elliptical, etc.) 3 minutes. After the cardio you can rest 1-2 minutes. WEEK 11 BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 4 – REALIZATION – WEEK 11 MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Front squat Sets 4 Tempo/Method 5 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 5 seconds. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT Bench press Sets 4 Tempo/Method 5 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 5 seconds. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT Romanian deadlift Sets 4 Tempo/Method 5 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 5 seconds. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Walking lunges Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold peak 2 sec Reps 10-12/leg Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Lying leg curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 single leg Reps 10-12/leg Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Leg press, feet Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 wide and high Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 4 – REALIZATION – WEEK 11 WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK DB squat Sets 4 Tempo/Method Post-fatigue iso Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : At the end of your set, hold the bottom position (still with tension) as long as tolerable. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. Only do the holds on the work sets. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 8-10 8-10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT DB incline press Sets 4 Tempo/Method Post-fatigue iso Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : At the end of your set, hold the bottom position (still with tension) as long as tolerable. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. Only do the holds on the work sets. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 8-10 8-10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT DB Romanian Sets 4 Tempo/Method Post-fatigue iso deadlift Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : At the end of your set, hold the position just below the knees as long as tolerable. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. Only do the holds on the work sets. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 8-10 8-10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Lat pulldown wide Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold peak 2 sec pronated Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB shoulder press, Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 neutral grip Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB lateral raise Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 4 – REALIZATION – WEEK 11 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Back squat Sets 4 Tempo/Method 3010 Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT Incline bench press Sets 4 Tempo/Method 3010 Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT Bent over barbell Sets 4 Tempo/Method 3010 row pronated Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Close-grip bench Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold peak 2 sec press Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB lying triceps Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 extension Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Preacher curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 4 – INTENSIFICATION – WEEK 11 SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex A A1. Landmine Sets 4 Tempo/Method 2010 squat Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A2. Swiss ball Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow and squeeze crunches Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A3. Rowing Sets 4 Tempo/Method All-out ergometer Reps 250m Rest period 15-30 minutes Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT A4. Steady state cardio: equipment of your choice (treadmill, stairmaster, bike, elliptical, etc.) 3 minutes. After the cardio you can rest 1-2 minutes. (more on next page…) SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex B B1. Seated cable Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/squeeze crunch, facing Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/wEJJivpidwI SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT Sets 4 Tempo/Method Walking Reps 80m Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after b1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. You can use DBs, a trap bar or farmer walk implements. https://youtu.be/1al9OVVcrjg SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT B2. Farmer walk B3. Seated knee Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/Squeeze tuck Reps 250m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/J6DbCWLTceA SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT B4. Steady state cardio: equipment of your choice (treadmill, stairmaster, bike, elliptical, etc.) 3 minutes. After the cardio you can rest 1-2 minutes. WEEK 12 BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 4 – REALIZATION – WEEK 12 MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Front squat Sets 5 Tempo/Method 5 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 5 seconds. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT Bench press Sets 5 Tempo/Method 5 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 5 seconds. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT Romanian deadlift Sets 5 Tempo/Method 5 sec eccentric Reps 6 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : Lower the bar in 5 seconds. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) MONDAY – ECCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Walking lunges Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold peak 2 sec Reps 10-12/leg Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Lying leg curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 single leg Reps 10-12/leg Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Leg press, feet Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 wide and high Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 4 – REALIZATION – WEEK 12 WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK DB squat Sets 5 Tempo/Method Post-fatigue iso Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : At the end of your set, hold the bottom position (still with tension) as long as tolerable. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. Only do the holds on the work sets. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 8-10 8-10 8-10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT DB incline press Sets 5 Tempo/Method Post-fatigue iso Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : At the end of your set, hold the bottom position (still with tension) as long as tolerable. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. Only do the holds on the work sets. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 8-10 8-10 8-10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT DB Romanian Sets 5 Tempo/Method Post-fatigue iso deadlift Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : At the end of your set, hold the position just below the knees as long as tolerable. The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. Only do the holds on the work sets. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 8-10 8-10 8-10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) WEDNESDAY – ISOMETRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Lat pulldown wide Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold peak 2 sec pronated Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB shoulder press, Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 neutral grip Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB lateral raise Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 4 – REALIZATION – WEEK 12 FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 1 – STRENGTH WORK Back squat Sets 5 Tempo/Method 3010 Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 8-10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT Incline bench press Sets 5 Tempo/Method 3010 Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 8-10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT Bent over barbell Sets 5 Tempo/Method 3010 row Reps 8-10 Rest period 2-3 min Notes : The number of sets will increase from week to week. If you can maintain the same weights for all your sets, it’s solid. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 10 10 10 10 8-10 8-10 8-10 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT (more on next page…) FRIDAY – CONCENTRIC EMPHASIS SECTION 2 – TARGETED WORK Close-grip bench Sets 3 Tempo/Method Hold peak 2 sec press Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT DB lying triceps Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 extension Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT Preacher curl Sets 3 Tempo/Method 2010 Reps 10-12 Rest period 90-120 sec Notes : You add weight every set (if you can) and on that last set it’s an all-out effort, which is why I give you a range to shoot for, not a precise number SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 12 12 12 12 10-12 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 9-10 WEIGHT BODY TRANSFORMATION – BLOCK 4 – INTENSIFICATION – WEEK 12 SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex A A1. Landmine Sets 4 Tempo/Method 2010 squat Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A2. Swiss ball Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow and squeeze crunches Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT A3. Rowing Sets 4 Tempo/Method All-out ergometer Reps 250m Rest period 15-30 minutes Notes : A1 - A3 are a complex, take a short rest after A1 then move on the A2, take a short rest and move on to A3. You finish with 3 minutes of cardio after every set. SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT A4. Steady state cardio: equipment of your choice (treadmill, stairmaster, bike, elliptical, etc.) 3 minutes. After the cardio you can rest 1-2 minutes. (more on next page…) SATURDAY – METABOLIC CONDITIONING Complex B B1. Seated cable Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/squeeze crunch, facing Reps 12-15 Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/wEJJivpidwI SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 15 15 15 12-15 12-15 12-15 RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT Sets 4 Tempo/Method Walking Reps 80m Rest period 15-30 sec Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after b1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. You can use DBs, a trap bar or farmer walk implements. https://youtu.be/1al9OVVcrjg SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m 80m RPE 6 7 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 WEIGHT B2. Farmer walk B3. Seated knee Sets 4 Tempo/Method Slow/Squeeze tuck Reps 250m Rest period 2-3 minutes Notes : B1 - B3 are a complex, take a short rest after B1 then move on the B2, take a short rest and move on to B3. https://youtu.be/J6DbCWLTceA SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 REPS 250m 125m 250m 250m 250m 250m RPE 6 9 9 9 9-10 9-10 WEIGHT B4. Steady state cardio: equipment of your choice (treadmill, stairmaster, bike, elliptical, etc.) 3 minutes. After the cardio you can rest 1-2 minutes.