The Minimalist Power Protocol

by Cory Lister
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Program Description

The purpose of the Minimalist Power Protocol is to demonstrate how strong you can become when training is stripped down to its essential movements and every ounce of effort is poured in to the remains. This program removes the noise, the endless accessories, and the over‑engineered routines — leaving only the movements that build true power. With just 2–3 exercises per session, the focus shifts entirely to intent, execution, and raw effort. Because this program is intentionally simple, it’s highly customizable. Lifters can add, swap, or rotate exercises whenever they want to increase the challenge or introduce variety without disrupting the structure of the cycle. The explosive intensity and low‑volume design of the Minimalist Power Protocol makes it especially effective for anyone training under caloric restriction — including Keto, Carnivore, or other low‑carb approaches where glycogen stores are limited. When stamina drops and long, complex sessions become counterproductive, this protocol shines. Short sessions, high intent, and minimal movements allow you to train hard, recover well, and continue building real strength even in a low‑carb state.

Program Overview

  • Level
    Intermediate, Advanced
  • Goal
    Powerlifting
  • Equipment
    Full Gym
  • Program Length
    7 weeks
  • Time Per Workout
    60 minutes
  • Created
    Feb 10, 2026 08:41
  • Last Edited
    Feb 17, 2026 03:53
Muscle Engagement
Front
Back
MuscleSet
Triceps
15.4%
Front Delts
11.3%
Quadriceps
10.3%
Glutes
10.3%
Hamstrings
10.3%
Chest
8.2%
Upper Back
8.2%
Lats
8.2%
Abs
6.7%
Middle Delts
3.1%
Biceps
2.6%
Adductors
2.1%
Abductors
1.5%
Lower Back
1.5%
Other
0.2%
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WEEK 1
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
WEEK 4
WEEK 5
WEEK 6
WEEK 7
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
4
4-6 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
3
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)
2
10-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
4
4-6 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
3
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)
2
10-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
4
4-6 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
3
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)
2
10-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
4
4-6 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
3
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)
2
10-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
4
4-6 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
3
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)
2
10-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
4
4-6 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
3
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)
2
10-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deload Exercises
1
RPE 6
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
4
3-5 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Leg Press (45 Degrees)
3
10-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
4
3-5 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Leg Press (45 Degrees)
3
10-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
4
3-5 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Leg Press (45 Degrees)
3
10-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
4
3-5 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Leg Press (45 Degrees)
3
10-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
4
3-5 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Leg Press (45 Degrees)
3
10-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
4
3-5 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Leg Press (45 Degrees)
3
10-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
3
3-5 reps
RPE 7.5-8.5
2
Pendlay Row
3
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Pull-Up (Weighted)
2
6-10 reps
RPE 8-9
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
3
3-5 reps
RPE 7.5-8.5
2
Pendlay Row
3
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Pull-Up (Weighted)
2
6-10 reps
RPE 8-9
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
3
3-5 reps
RPE 7.5-8.5
2
Pendlay Row
3
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Pull-Up (Weighted)
2
6-10 reps
RPE 8-9
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
3
3-5 reps
RPE 7.5-8.5
2
Pendlay Row
3
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Pull-Up (Weighted)
2
6-10 reps
RPE 8-9
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
3
3-5 reps
RPE 7.5-8.5
2
Pendlay Row
3
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Pull-Up (Weighted)
2
6-10 reps
RPE 8-9
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
3
3-5 reps
RPE 7.5-8.5
2
Pendlay Row
3
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Pull-Up (Weighted)
2
6-10 reps
RPE 8-9
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Close Grip)
4
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Chin-Up (Weighted)
3
6-10 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)
2
12-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Close Grip)
4
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Chin-Up (Weighted)
3
6-10 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)
2
12-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Close Grip)
4
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Chin-Up (Weighted)
3
6-10 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)
2
12-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Close Grip)
4
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Chin-Up (Weighted)
3
6-10 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)
2
12-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Close Grip)
4
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Chin-Up (Weighted)
3
6-10 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)
2
12-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Close Grip)
4
5-8 reps
RPE 8-9
2
Chin-Up (Weighted)
3
6-10 reps
RPE 8-9
3
Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)
2
12-15 reps
RPE 9-10
Week 1
1 / 7 Weeks
Day 1
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
4 Sets
4-6 Reps
@8-9
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
3 Sets
5-8 Reps
@8-9
3
Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)
2 Sets
10-15 Reps
@9-10
Day 2
1
Squat (Barbell)
4 Sets
3-5 Reps
@8-9
2
Leg Press (45 Degrees)
3 Sets
10-15 Reps
@9-10
Day 3
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
3 Sets
3-5 Reps
@7.5-8.5
2
Pendlay Row
3 Sets
5-8 Reps
@8-9
3
Pull-Up (Weighted)
2 Sets
6-10 Reps
@8-9
Day 4
1
Bench Press (Close Grip)
4 Sets
5-8 Reps
@8-9
2
Chin-Up (Weighted)
3 Sets
6-10 Reps
@8-9
3
Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)
2 Sets
12-15 Reps
@9-10