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Max Strength and Size

by Ian Smith
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Program Description

This StrongLifts inspired variation is designed to build strength and size by including some low fatigue finisher exercises for the arms. The order of exercises will be in the typical alternating A and B workouts. I have included hack squats in the program to bias quad development and shake up the monotony of doing squats 3 times every week.

Program Overview

  • Level
    Novice, Intermediate
  • Goal
    Powerbuilding
  • Equipment
    Full Gym
  • Program Length
    16 weeks
  • Time Per Workout
    60 minutes
  • Created
    Nov 19, 2024 07:03
  • Last Edited
    Jun 18, 2025 11:24

Summary

Unlock your potential with the **Max Strength and Size** program, a comprehensive 16-week journey designed for serious lifters. Train three days a week with a focus on compound movements like squats and bench presses, complemented by targeted accessory work to maximize muscle growth and strength. Each session is meticulously crafted to challenge your limits and promote optimal recovery, ensuring you build both size and power effectively. Get ready to transform your physique and elevate your lifting game!
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WEEK 1
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
WEEK 4
WEEK 5
WEEK 6
WEEK 7
WEEK 8
WEEK 9
WEEK 10
WEEK 11
WEEK 12
WEEK 13
WEEK 14
WEEK 15
WEEK 16
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3
8-12 reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
4
8 reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
8 reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
15 reps
-
Week 1
1 / 16 Weeks
Day 1
1
Squat (Barbell)
5 Sets
5 Reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5 Sets
5 Reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3 Sets
8-12 Reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3 Sets
15 Reps
-
Day 3
1
Squat (Barbell)
5 Sets
5 Reps
-
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5 Sets
5 Reps
-
3
Lat Pulldown
3 Sets
8-12 Reps
-
4
Bicep Curl (Machine)
3 Sets
15 Reps
-
Day 2
1
Hack Squat
4 Sets
8 Reps
-
2
Overhead Press (Barbell)
5 Sets
5 Reps
-
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3 Sets
8 Reps
-
4
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3 Sets
15 Reps
-