5/3/1 Powerbuilding + Competition Peaking

by Abhinand

Program Description

This program is designed to simultaneously build maximal strength and muscle size, preparing lifters for both powerlifting performance and aesthetic development. By combining the tried-and-tested 5/3/1 main lift progression with targeted accessory exercises, it: 1. Increases strength in the squat, bench, deadlift, and overhead press using a structured, progressive overload system. 2. Promotes hypertrophy through accessory lifts that target weak points and key muscle groups. 3. Prepares athletes for competition by incorporating peaking strategies and deloads. 4. Develops consistency and discipline in training through a systematic 4-day split. 5. Optimizes recovery and performance, balancing intensity, volume, and accessory work. End Goal: Build a stronger, more muscular, and competition-ready physique while improving lifting technique, confidence, and long-term progress.

Program Overview

  • Level
    Novice, Intermediate
  • Goal
    Powerbuilding, Powerlifting, Bodybuilding
  • Equipment
    Full Gym
  • Program Length
    4 weeks
  • Time Per Workout
    90 minutes
  • Created
    Oct 07, 2025 02:43
  • Last Edited
    Oct 07, 2025 03:31
Muscle Engagement
Front
Back
MuscleSet
Quadriceps
13%
Glutes
11.9%
Chest
9.5%
Triceps
9.5%
Hamstrings
8.6%
Lats
8.3%
Upper Back
8.3%
Front Delts
7.6%
Lower Back
6.2%
Middle Delts
4.8%
Biceps
4.3%
Calves
3.2%
Abs
2.4%
Adductors
1%
Rear Delts
0.5%
Forearms
0.5%
Abductors
0.5%
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WEEK 1
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
WEEK 4
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
5 reps
5 reps
65%
75%
85%
2
Front Squat (Barbell)
3
6-8 reps
65%
3
Leg Extension
2
12-15 reps
-
4
Leg Press (45 Degrees)
3
12-15 reps
-
5
Standing Calf Raise
4
15-20 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
1
1
1
3 reps
3 reps
3 reps
70%
80%
90%
2
Front Squat (Barbell)
3
6-8 reps
65%
3
Leg Extension
2
12-15 reps
-
4
Leg Press (45 Degrees)
3
12-15 reps
-
5
Standing Calf Raise
4
15-20 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
3 reps
1 reps
75%
85%
95%
2
Front Squat (Barbell)
3
6-8 reps
65%
3
Leg Extension
2
12-15 reps
-
4
Leg Press (45 Degrees)
3
12-15 reps
-
5
Standing Calf Raise
4
15-20 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
5 reps
5 reps
40%
50%
60%
2
Front Squat (Barbell)
3
6-8 reps
65%
3
Leg Extension
2
12-15 reps
-
4
Leg Press (45 Degrees)
3
12-15 reps
-
5
Standing Calf Raise
4
15-20 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
5 reps
5 reps
65%
75%
85%
2
Bench Press (Close Grip)
3
6-8 reps
RPE 8
3
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
3
10-12 reps
-
4
Chest Supported Row (Machine)
4
10 reps
-
5
V-Handle Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
12-15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
1
1
1
3 reps
3 reps
3 reps
70%
80%
90%
2
Bench Press (Close Grip)
3
6-8 reps
RPE 8
3
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
3
10-12 reps
-
4
Chest Supported Row (Machine)
4
10 reps
-
5
V-Handle Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
12-15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
3 reps
1 reps
75%
85%
95%
2
Bench Press (Close Grip)
3
6-8 reps
RPE 8
3
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
3
10-12 reps
-
4
Chest Supported Row (Machine)
4
10 reps
-
5
V-Handle Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
12-15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
5 reps
5 reps
40%
50%
60%
2
Bench Press (Close Grip)
3
6-8 reps
RPE 8
3
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
3
10-12 reps
-
4
Chest Supported Row (Machine)
4
10 reps
-
5
V-Handle Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
12-15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
5 reps
5 reps
65%
75%
85%
2
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
15 reps
-
3
Barbell Row
4
8-10 reps
-
4
Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)
3
8 reps
-
5
Back Extension
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
1
1
3 reps
3 reps
3 reps
70%
80%
90%
2
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
15 reps
-
3
Barbell Row
4
8-10 reps
-
4
Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)
3
8 reps
-
5
Back Extension
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
3 reps
1 reps
75%
85%
95%
2
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
15 reps
-
3
Barbell Row
4
8-10 reps
-
4
Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)
3
8 reps
-
5
Back Extension
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
5 reps
5 reps
40%
50%
60%
2
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
15 reps
-
3
Barbell Row
4
8-10 reps
-
4
Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)
3
8 reps
-
5
Back Extension
3
15 reps
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Overhead Press (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
5 reps
5 reps
65%
75%
85%
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
8 reps
70%
3
Lat Pulldown
4
8-10 reps
-
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
3
15-20 reps
-
5
Bicep Curl (Barbell)
3
10-12 reps
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Overhead Press (Barbell)
1
1
1
3 reps
3 reps
3 reps
70%
80%
90%
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
8 reps
70%
3
Lat Pulldown
4
8-10 reps
-
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
3
15-20 reps
-
5
Bicep Curl (Barbell)
3
10-12 reps
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Overhead Press (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
3 reps
1 reps
75%
85%
95%
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
8 reps
70%
3
Lat Pulldown
4
8-10 reps
-
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
3
15-20 reps
-
5
Bicep Curl (Barbell)
3
10-12 reps
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Overhead Press (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
5 reps
5 reps
40%
50%
60%
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
8 reps
70%
3
Lat Pulldown
4
8-10 reps
-
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
3
15-20 reps
-
5
Bicep Curl (Barbell)
3
10-12 reps
-
Week 1
1 / 4 Weeks
Day 2
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
1 Set
1 Set
1 Set
5 Reps
5 Reps
5 Reps
65%
75%
85%
2
Bench Press (Close Grip)
3 Sets
6-8 Reps
@8
3
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
3 Sets
10-12 Reps
-
4
Chest Supported Row (Machine)
4 Sets
10 Reps
-
5
V-Handle Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3 Sets
12-15 Reps
-
Day 3
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
1 Set
1 Set
1 Set
5 Reps
5 Reps
5 Reps
65%
75%
85%
2
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3 Sets
15 Reps
-
3
Barbell Row
4 Sets
8-10 Reps
-
4
Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)
3 Sets
8 Reps
-
5
Back Extension
3 Sets
15 Reps
-
Day 4
1
Overhead Press (Barbell)
1 Set
1 Set
1 Set
5 Reps
5 Reps
5 Reps
65%
75%
85%
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
3 Sets
8 Reps
70%
3
Lat Pulldown
4 Sets
8-10 Reps
-
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
3 Sets
15-20 Reps
-
5
Bicep Curl (Barbell)
3 Sets
10-12 Reps
-
Day 1
1
Squat (Barbell)
1 Set
1 Set
1 Set
5 Reps
5 Reps
5 Reps
65%
75%
85%
2
Front Squat (Barbell)
3 Sets
6-8 Reps
65%
3
Leg Extension
2 Sets
12-15 Reps
-
4
Leg Press (45 Degrees)
3 Sets
12-15 Reps
-
5
Standing Calf Raise
4 Sets
15-20 Reps
-