Another free strength program from Brian Alsruhe, this time focusing on mass building. A spreadsheet and video overview are below. [Read more…]
General Strength Program Spreadsheets
Strength training programs are designed to increase the maximal force of the athlete's musculature. While the programs emphasize growing the strength of the athlete, they generally will also induce hypertrophy and trigger muscle growth. If hypertrophy is the primary goal, a powerbuilding or bodybuilding program is a better fit.
Strength programs differ from powerlifting programs in that they are not specifically designed to maximize the single rep max of the competition power lifts. However, many strength programs can be reasonably used as off season work for powerlifters as long as the program followed by a powerlifting peaking program before a meet.
Popular Strength Training Programs:
If you're not sure what the best strength training program is for you, one of the above will be a good starting point. The latest programs added are available below.
GZCLP Program Spreadsheets (5 Versions)
GZCLP is a popular linear progression variation of the GZCL template. Because of its immense popularity and different versions of the spreadsheet, it is broken out separately here. A more detailed overview of the GZCLP program is included as well. [Read more…]
3 Peaking Template Spreadsheets by Barbell Medicine
Following up on the popular Bridge Program, the crew at Barbell Medicine introduced a free peaking program for athletes preparing for a powerlifting or strengthlifting meet. [Read more…]
Hepburn Method Powerbuilding Program Spreadsheet
Doug Hepburn has become synonymous with brute force and sheer simplicity. This is reflected in his programs, which focus entirely on compound strength movements and do not explicitly recommend any direct accessory work.
Below there are essentially 2 programs, each with a power phase and a pump phase. In the old days, [Read more…]
Brian Alsruhe Powerbuilding Program (5/3/1 Variant)
Check out the spreadsheet for Brian Alsruhe’s 5/3/1 variant program, which is excellent for those looking for a powerbuilding training style.
Please watch Brian’s video to understand how the program works. [Read more…]
Brian Alsruhe Programs (Dark Horse + 4 Horsemen) Spreadsheets
Below you fill find two programs by Brian Alsruhe (check out his YouTube channel and website): Dark Horse and 4 Horsemen.
Dark Horse Program Overview
Notes directly from Brian:
- Fill in your competition lifts and 1RMs in the spreadsheet
- In each wave, for each of the first 4 days, set your conditioning workout
- Pick a variation for each ME Wave
- In each wave, for each of the first 4 days, set your antagonistic, core, and conditioning giant set exercise
GZCL Jacked and Tactical (Bench + Squat Only)
This is a variation of the GZCL program framework that only programs the bench press and squat movements. Deadlifts are not included. This is ideal for athletes that are either unable to deadlift or looking to focus primarily on improving their bench press and squat. [Read more…]