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GZCL PYRAMID POWER
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GZCL PYRAMID POWER

Dugald S.
Dugald S.· Oct 2024
17athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
5 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Strength
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
70 min
The aim of this intermediate program is TEST the guidelines laid down in Cody Lefever's GZCL Method as explained on his blog at https://swoleateveryheight.blogspot.com/2012/11/the-gzcl-method-for-powerlifting.html and in his e-book available from Amazon for a buck. Unlike Jacked & Tan 2.0, the T1 movements always use reps at or in excess of 85% as opposed to varying rep ranges and intensity. The idea is to use heavy iron in T1 every session - no of sets of 10 at 60 - 70% for weeks on end... make that your next program. Warm up sets should be added for the T1 movements. T2 and T3 exercises should be changed for other suitable exercises as you progress - follow Cody's suggestions on his blog or in his book - becase, as he says, GZCL is a method not a program. Use a Training Max (90-95ish percent of your 1RM) and reset it every five weeks, when you test your 1 RM or 3 RM or 5 RM and use an online RM calculator to work out where to go next. Disclosure: I am just a lifter, not a coach and in no way affiliated with Cody. All the good ideas are his, all the misinterpretations of his work, mine. Good luck!

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on maximal strength
Athletes who can train 4 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Front Delts
15%
Chest
13.5%
Triceps
12.7%
Quadriceps
10.3%
Hamstrings
10.3%
Glutes
7.9%
Upper Back
5%
Abs
4.7%
Biceps
4.3%
Middle Delts
3.9%
Lats
3.8%
Rear Delts
3.5%
Lower Back
2.3%
Adductors
1.7%
Forearms
1.2%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)13 reps85%
22 reps87.5%
31 rep90%
2Deadlift (Deficit)75 reps80%
3Bent Over Row (Barbell)315 reps@6–7
4Leg Extension315 reps@6–7
5Leg Curl315 reps@6–7
6Bicep Curl (EZ Bar)315 reps@6–7
7Pull-Up (Bodyweight)35–10 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)13 reps85%
22 reps87.5%
31 rep90%
2Incline Bench Press (Barbell)75 reps80%
3Bench Press (Close Grip)315 reps@6–7
4Rear Delt Fly (Cable)315 reps@6–7
5Pec Deck (Machine)315 reps@6–7
6Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)315 reps@6–7
7Dip (Bodyweight)35–10 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)13 reps85%
22 reps87.5%
31 rep90%
2Squat (Barbell)75 reps80%
3Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)315 reps@6–7
4Leg Extension315 reps@6–7
5Leg Curl315 reps@6–7
6Bicep Curl (EZ Bar)315 reps@6–7
7Pull-Up (Bodyweight)35–10 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Overhead Press (Barbell)13 reps85%
22 reps87.5%
31 rep90%
2Incline Bench Press (Barbell)75 reps80%
3Bench Press (Dumbbell)315 reps@6–7
4Rear Delt Fly (Cable)315 reps@6–7
5Pec Deck (Machine)315 reps@6–7
6Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)315 reps@6–7
7Dip (Bodyweight)35–10 reps

Weeks 2–5 are in the app

Download Boostcamp to follow the full program with auto-progression and built-in coaching notes.

Common questions

Yes, GZCL PYRAMID POWER is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 5 weeks are fully unlocked.

This program is built around a full gym. Make sure you have consistent access before starting, since the progression model assumes you can perform the same movements week over week.

Each session typically takes around 70 minutes to complete. That estimate covers your working sets but doesn't account for warm-up or rest between sets, so budget a little extra time when you're first learning the movements.

GZCL PYRAMID POWER is structured around 4 training days per week, with rest days built in to allow for recovery. The Boostcamp app lets you reschedule sessions if your week doesn't go to plan.

The program runs for 5 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

GZCL PYRAMID POWER is available inside the Boostcamp app, free on iOS and Android. Once you download the app, you can search for the program by name. The app tracks all your sets and weights automatically, so you always know exactly what to do next session.

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