GZCL Deadlift powerbuilding 3x Week

by Mecko
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Program Description

GZCL Powerbuilding (4 weeks, 3x/week): Focuses on deadlift strength, with secondary goals of hypertrophy and strength gains in squat and bench. Each day follows GZCL tiers: T1: Heavy compound lift (3–5 reps @ 80–90%) T2: Main lift variation (6–10 reps @ 65–77%) T3: High-rep accessories (12–15+ reps) for hypertrophy Deadlift is trained heavy once and with volume once weekly. Squat and bench are hit heavy once/week, supported by targeted accessories.

Program Overview

  • Level
    Novice, Intermediate, Beginner
  • Goal
    Bodybuilding, Powerlifting, Powerbuilding
  • Equipment
    Full Gym
  • Program Length
    4 weeks
  • Time Per Workout
    60 minutes
  • Created
    Apr 25, 2025 07:22
  • Last Edited
    Jun 22, 2025 09:03

Summary

Unleash your strength with the GZCL Deadlift Powerbuilding program, designed for serious lifters looking to elevate their deadlift game and overall power. Over the course of 4 weeks, you'll engage in a focused 3-day training split that emphasizes heavy barbell lifts, including deadlifts, squats, and bench presses, complemented by accessory work to build muscle and improve performance. Each session is crafted to maximize intensity and volume, ensuring you push your limits and achieve measurable gains. Get ready to transform your physique and strength with this comprehensive powerbuilding approach!
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WEEK 1
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
WEEK 4
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
3
5 reps
80%
2
Front Squat (Barbell)
4
6 reps
75%
3A
Leg Curl
3
15 reps
RPE 8
3B
Leg Extension
3
15 reps
RPE 8
4
Hammer Curl (Dumbbell)
3
15 reps
RPE 8
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
5
3 reps
87%
2
Front Squat (Barbell)
3
8 reps
70%
3A
Leg Curl
3
15 reps
RPE 8
3B
Leg Extension
3
15 reps
RPE 8
4
Hammer Curl (Dumbbell)
3
15 reps
RPE 8
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
3
5 reps
82%
2
Front Squat (Barbell)
4
6 reps
77%
3A
Leg Curl
3
15 reps
RPE 8
3B
Leg Extension
3
15 reps
RPE 8
4
Hammer Curl (Dumbbell)
3
15 reps
RPE 8
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
5
3 reps
90%
2
Front Squat (Barbell)
3
8 reps
72%
3A
Leg Curl
3
15 reps
RPE 8
3B
Leg Extension
3
15 reps
RPE 8
4
Hammer Curl (Dumbbell)
3
15 reps
RPE 8
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
5 reps
80%
2
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
4
8 reps
RPE 9
3
Bent Over Row (Barbell)
3
10 reps
RPE 8
4A
Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)
3
15 reps
RPE 9
4B
Lateral Raise (Cable)
3
15 reps
RPE 9
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
3 reps
87%
2
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
3
10 reps
RPE 9
3
Bent Over Row (Barbell)
3
10 reps
RPE 8
4A
Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)
3
15 reps
RPE 9
4B
Lateral Raise (Cable)
3
15 reps
RPE 9
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
5 reps
82%
2
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
4
8 reps
RPE 9
3
Bent Over Row (Barbell)
3
10 reps
RPE 8
4A
Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)
3
15 reps
RPE 9
4B
Lateral Raise (Cable)
3
15 reps
RPE 9
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
3 reps
90%
2
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
3
10 reps
RPE 9
3
Bent Over Row (Barbell)
3
10 reps
RPE 8
4A
Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)
3
15 reps
RPE 9
4B
Lateral Raise (Cable)
3
15 reps
RPE 9
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
3
5 reps
80%
2
Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)
4
6 reps
70%
3
Pull-Up (Bodyweight)
3
AMRAP
RPE 9
4A
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
RPE 9
4B
Hammer Curl (Dumbbell)
3
15 reps
RPE 9
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
3 reps
87%
2
Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)
3
8 reps
65%
3
Pull-Up (Bodyweight)
3
AMRAP
RPE 9
4A
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
RPE 9
4B
Hammer Curl (Dumbbell)
3
15 reps
RPE 9
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
3
5 reps
82%
2
Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)
4
6 reps
72%
3
Pull-Up (Bodyweight)
3
AMRAP
RPE 9
4A
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
RPE 9
4B
Hammer Curl (Dumbbell)
3
15 reps
RPE 9
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
3 reps
90%
2
Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)
3
8 reps
67%
3
Pull-Up (Bodyweight)
3
AMRAP
RPE 9
4A
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
RPE 9
4B
Hammer Curl (Dumbbell)
3
15 reps
RPE 9
Week 1
1 / 4 Weeks
Day 1
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
3 Sets
5 Reps
80%
2
Front Squat (Barbell)
4 Sets
6 Reps
75%
3A
Leg Curl
3 Sets
15 Reps
@8
3B
Leg Extension
3 Sets
15 Reps
@8
4
Hammer Curl (Dumbbell)
3 Sets
15 Reps
@8
Day 2
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
3 Sets
5 Reps
80%
2
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
4 Sets
8 Reps
@9
3
Bent Over Row (Barbell)
3 Sets
10 Reps
@8
4A
Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)
3 Sets
15 Reps
@9
4B
Lateral Raise (Cable)
3 Sets
15 Reps
@9
Day 3
1
Squat (Barbell)
3 Sets
5 Reps
80%
2
Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)
4 Sets
6 Reps
70%
3
Pull-Up (Bodyweight)
3 Sets
AMRAP
@9
4A
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3 Sets
15 Reps
@9
4B
Hammer Curl (Dumbbell)
3 Sets
15 Reps
@9