Best SuperTotal Programs for 2021

A SuperTotal program builds maximal strength in the five SuperTotal lifts: squat, bench press, deadlift, snatch, and clean & jerk. It is called a "super total" because it combines the totals of the powerlifting movements (squat, bench press, deadlift) with the Olympic weightlifting competition movements (snatch, clean & jerk).

SuperTotal programs can provide a unique challenge to those who enjoy practicing a wide variety of lifting movements and are looking for a unique training program.

12 Week Supertotal Basics Program by Next Step Strength

By Kyle Risley
Last updated April 18, 2020

Recommended by Lift Vault: Recommended
Experience level: Beginner, Intermediate
Weeks: 12
Periodization: Block Periodization
Meet prep program: Yes
Program goal: Peaking, SuperTotal
Uses RPE: No
Uses 1RM Percentage(%): Yes

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This is a 12 week Supertotal program by Next Step Strength (Instagram). It has 4 training days per week and uses block periodization to expose the athlete to hypertrophy, strength, and peaking phases. It could be used when preparing for a Supertotal competition. [Read more…]

SuperTotal Program (17 Weeks) by Brian Simmons

By Kyle Risley
Last updated April 18, 2020

Experience level: Intermediate
Weeks: 17
Periodization: Block Periodization
Meet prep program: Yes
Program goal: Peaking, SuperTotal
Uses RPE: No
Uses 1RM Percentage(%): Yes

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This is a 17 week program for SuperTotal training designed by Brian Simmons. As a quick reminder, SuperTotal training combines the power lifts (squat, bench press, and deadlift) with Olympic lifts (snatch and clean & jerk). So it really requires well-rounded athleticism from the lifter. There’s a video at the bottom of this post that discusses SuperTotal training in more depth if you’re interested. [Read more…]