Program Description
Hello! First, I'd like to introduce myself. My name is Serhat Deniz Otlubel, and I'm someone interested in sports science who's been stuck between intermediate and advanced levels for a while now. I've been looking for a program I could use for the rest of my life, but I haven't been able to get the results I wanted from some ready-made programs. So, I carefully prepared this program to be used in 16-week periods and I'm offering it to you for free. I Hope you enjoy it! This is a 16-week structured strength program built around the three main powerlifting lifts: Squat, Bench Press, and Deadlift. The goal is to increase strength over time while maintaining muscle mass, especially during fat loss phases. The program runs 5 days per week and is divided into 4 blocks of 4 weeks. Each block has a specific purpose so progress happens in a controlled and sustainable way. BLOCK 1 – Accumulation (Weeks 1–4) Goal: Build volume, reinforce technique, and maintain muscle. You work with moderate weights and higher reps. Tempo work and pauses are used to improve control and positioning. Week 4 is a deload with reduced load and volume. BLOCK 2 – Intensification (Weeks 5–8) Goal: Increase absolute strength. Reps decrease, weights increase. Fatigue is managed while strength output rises. Week 8 is a deload. BLOCK 3 – Realization (Weeks 9–12) Goal: Learn to handle heavy weights efficiently. Low reps, high intensity. Focus is on bar control, confidence, and weak-point exposure. Week 12 is a light deload. BLOCK 4 – Peak & Test (Weeks 13–16) Goal: Maintain strength, sharpen performance, and test progress. Volume is reduced but intensity stays high. Week 16 is a test week to evaluate new strength levels. WEEKLY STRUCTURE (5 Days) Day 1: Heavy Bench + Upper Body Day 2: Squat + Lower Body Day 3: Paused Bench + Upper Volume Day 4: Deadlift + Lower Body Day 5: Upper Accessories / OHP MAIN LIFTS vs ACCESSORIES Main lifts use planned percentages and focus on strength and technique. Accessories use RPE, support weak points, maintain muscle mass, and improve joint health. WHO THIS PROGRAM IS FOR This program is ideal for lifters who want long-term strength progression, structured training, and heavy lifting without needing to compete. Strength is built through consistency, not shortcuts.
Program Overview
- LevelAdvanced
- GoalPowerlifting, Powerbuilding
- EquipmentFull Gym
- Program Length16 weeks
- Time Per Workout80 minutes
- CreatedJan 08, 2026 04:22
- Last EditedJan 08, 2026 08:00
