Reviews
Meathook
Did my own thing (a bro split) for 5 years prior, mostly focusing on hypertrophy. Still managed a reasonable number on the 4 major lifts. This program has definitely improved my squat, overhead, and small improvements to my bench. As for deadlifts the first round of 155kg for 10 reps nearly killed me but I've noticed the 2nd and 3rd sessions become significantly easier. Mark is something of a phenom would recommend this program for anyone at any level. Just leave your ego at the door before entering the gym.
Good for my squat and shoulder press, trash for my bench and deadlift. Regression in both of the latter, i dont think i respond well to such high volume deadlifts
Thanks Mark.
Excellent program. As others have stated, go for as long as you can without hurting yourself. Think of the workouts more as # 1-5 and less of prescribed days per week. The only exercises I swapped were the variations recommended. Push yourself and you'll see your numbers jump (coming from someone who's done 531 for years and 3 Bromeley programs, which are also great). Listen to the man's recommendations for each day. Eat at least in a surplus and push the sled around for cardio. Good luck.
Great workout program. I like the pacing and separation of strength vs volume days.
Excellent program for anyone interested in something to do off season for powerlifting.
Volume is a bit much but the workout choices are great
Very good, I just get very bored easily so added some of my own bits!
Still in the middle of the program but really love the simplicity. Clean and practical way to train and keep track of your exercises and improvements.
So far my only adjustment is swapping out a MagOrt style cadence for deadlifts on Day 1, otherwise sticking with the program and feeling mmmmeeeaaaatttyyyyyy. Dont try to cram the 5 days into every single week, im on “week 6” after about 7.5 weeks.