Program Description
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Program Overview
- LevelNovice, Intermediate, Advanced
- GoalPowerbuilding
- EquipmentFull Gym
- Program Length5 weeks
- Time Per Workout90 minutes
- CreatedDec 19, 2024 11:13
- Last EditedJun 18, 2025 11:38

Summary
**Forklift** is a dynamic 5-week strength program designed for lifters who want to build muscle and power with just two workouts per week. Each session focuses on compound movements like the Bench Press, Zercher Squat, and Barbell Row, ensuring a full-body challenge that targets major muscle groups. With a mix of intensity and volume, you'll push your limits while developing functional strength. Gear up to lift heavy and elevate your fitness game!
WEEK 1
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
WEEK 4
WEEK 5
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
5 reps
RPE 10
2
Zercher Squat (Barbell)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
3
Barbell Row
2
1
8 reps
15 reps
RPE 10
RPE 10
4
Dip (Weighted)
3
8 reps
RPE 10
5
Chest Fly (Machine)
2
1
12 reps
15 reps
RPE 10
RPE 10
6
Incline Chest Press (Machine)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
7
Bicep Curl (Machine)
2
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
5 reps
RPE 10
2
Zercher Squat (Barbell)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
3
Barbell Row
2
1
8 reps
15 reps
RPE 10
RPE 10
4
Dip (Weighted)
3
8 reps
RPE 10
5
Chest Fly (Machine)
2
1
12 reps
15 reps
RPE 10
RPE 10
6
Incline Chest Press (Machine)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
7
Bicep Curl (Machine)
2
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
5 reps
RPE 10
2
Zercher Squat (Barbell)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
3
Barbell Row
2
1
8 reps
15 reps
RPE 10
RPE 10
4
Dip (Weighted)
3
8 reps
RPE 10
5
Chest Fly (Machine)
2
1
12 reps
15 reps
RPE 10
RPE 10
6
Incline Chest Press (Machine)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
7
Bicep Curl (Machine)
2
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
5 reps
RPE 10
2
Zercher Squat (Barbell)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
3
Barbell Row
2
1
8 reps
15 reps
RPE 10
RPE 10
4
Dip (Weighted)
3
8 reps
RPE 10
5
Chest Fly (Machine)
2
1
12 reps
15 reps
RPE 10
RPE 10
6
Incline Chest Press (Machine)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
7
Bicep Curl (Machine)
2
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
5 reps
RPE 10
2
Zercher Squat (Barbell)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
3
Barbell Row
2
1
8 reps
15 reps
RPE 10
RPE 10
4
Dip (Weighted)
3
8 reps
RPE 10
5
Chest Fly (Machine)
2
1
12 reps
15 reps
RPE 10
RPE 10
6
Incline Chest Press (Machine)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
7
Bicep Curl (Machine)
2
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
2
Zercher Squat (Barbell)
3
5 reps
RPE 10
3
Overhead Press (Barbell)
2
8 reps
RPE 10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
2
1
12 reps
15 reps
RPE 10
RPE 10
5
Pull-Up (Weighted)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
6
Leg Curl
2
15 reps
RPE 10
7
Leg Extension
2
20 reps
RPE 10
8
Lying Tricep Extension (Barbell)
2
12 reps
RPE 10
9
Bicep Curl (Cable)
1
25 reps
RPE 10
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
2
Zercher Squat (Barbell)
3
5 reps
RPE 10
3
Overhead Press (Barbell)
2
8 reps
RPE 10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
2
1
12 reps
15 reps
RPE 10
RPE 10
5
Pull-Up (Weighted)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
6
Leg Curl
2
15 reps
RPE 10
7
Leg Extension
2
20 reps
RPE 10
8
Lying Tricep Extension (Barbell)
2
12 reps
RPE 10
9
Bicep Curl (Cable)
1
25 reps
RPE 10
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
2
Zercher Squat (Barbell)
3
5 reps
RPE 10
3
Overhead Press (Barbell)
2
8 reps
RPE 10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
2
1
12 reps
15 reps
RPE 10
RPE 10
5
Pull-Up (Weighted)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
6
Leg Curl
2
15 reps
RPE 10
7
Leg Extension
2
20 reps
RPE 10
8
Lying Tricep Extension (Barbell)
2
12 reps
RPE 10
9
Bicep Curl (Cable)
1
25 reps
RPE 10
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
2
Zercher Squat (Barbell)
3
5 reps
RPE 10
3
Overhead Press (Barbell)
2
8 reps
RPE 10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
2
1
12 reps
15 reps
RPE 10
RPE 10
5
Pull-Up (Weighted)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
6
Leg Curl
2
15 reps
RPE 10
7
Leg Extension
2
20 reps
RPE 10
8
Lying Tricep Extension (Barbell)
2
12 reps
RPE 10
9
Bicep Curl (Cable)
1
25 reps
RPE 10
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
2
Zercher Squat (Barbell)
3
5 reps
RPE 10
3
Overhead Press (Barbell)
2
8 reps
RPE 10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
2
1
12 reps
15 reps
RPE 10
RPE 10
5
Pull-Up (Weighted)
3
10 reps
RPE 10
6
Leg Curl
2
15 reps
RPE 10
7
Leg Extension
2
20 reps
RPE 10
8
Lying Tricep Extension (Barbell)
2
12 reps
RPE 10
9
Bicep Curl (Cable)
1
25 reps
RPE 10
Week 1
1 / 5 Weeks
Day 1
1
Bench Press (Barbell)3 Sets
5 Reps
@10
2
Zercher Squat (Barbell)3 Sets
10 Reps
@10
3
Barbell Row2 Sets
1 Set
8 Reps
15 Reps
@10
@10
4
Dip (Weighted)3 Sets
8 Reps
@10
5
Chest Fly (Machine)2 Sets
1 Set
12 Reps
15 Reps
@10
@10
6
Incline Chest Press (Machine)3 Sets
10 Reps
@10
7
Bicep Curl (Machine)2 Sets
-
Day 2
1
Bench Press (Barbell)3 Sets
10 Reps
@10
2
Zercher Squat (Barbell)3 Sets
5 Reps
@10
3
Overhead Press (Barbell)2 Sets
8 Reps
@10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)2 Sets
1 Set
12 Reps
15 Reps
@10
@10
5
Pull-Up (Weighted)3 Sets
10 Reps
@10
6
Leg Curl2 Sets
15 Reps
@10
7
Leg Extension2 Sets
20 Reps
@10
8
Lying Tricep Extension (Barbell)2 Sets
12 Reps
@10
9
Bicep Curl (Cable)1 Set
25 Reps
@10