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12 Week Peaking Program by Cast Iron Strength

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This program, billed “the best fucking 12 weeks of powerlifting you’ll have all year” is a powerlifting peaking program best suited for meet preparation. This is not designed for running back to back, as it accumulates a significant amount of fatigue throughout the duration of the program. 

Cast Iron Strength – 12 Week Peaking Program Summary

  • 12 weeks in length
  • Based on percentages of 1RM
  • Trains squat, bench press, and deadlift
  • Deload is planned for week 6 or 7 depending on the lift
  • Squat runs through preparation and accumulation phases before peaking
  • Bench press and deadlift alternates between volume and intensity weeks
  • The program ends with a double @ 105% of 1RM

All credit goes to Cast Iron Strength where you can also find a full summary and explanation of the program.

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Best 12 weeks of powerlifting all f'kin year | LiftVault.com

Weekly Progression – Squat

12 Week Peaking Program - Squats

Weekly Progression – Bench Press

12 Week Peaking Program - Bench Press

Weekly Progression – Deadlift

12 Week Peaking Program - Deadlift

Weekly Progression – Accessories

12 Week Peaking Program - Accessories

 

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