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Physically Fortified - Strength - Two-A-Day

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Coaches
Tom Haviland and Josh Bryant

This is the full two-a-day STRENGTH version of Physically Fortified.

The program operates on a 10-day training week and spans roughly 12 calendar weeks. Sessions are labeled AM and PM, with a minimum of 4 hours between sessions. You may flip sessions if needed. If recovery is in question, move to the one-a-day version.

Strength is prioritized above all. You cannot maximize strength, conditioning, hypertrophy, and power simultaneously with equal emphasis. This phase builds the base.

Foundational lifts include:

Zercher Squat

Farmers Walk

Seal Row

Overhead Press

These lifts are progressed aggressively and tested at the end of the cycle.

RPE governs loading. Core lifts are performed with maximum intent. Supplementary work builds structural integrity. Assistance lifts reinforce hypertrophy and durability.**

Odd lifts, awkward carries, and wildcard movements build real-world capacity. Tempo runs and sprint mechanics develop controlled acceleration. DOH axle holds and grip-specific work fortify weak links.

Two-a-days increase technical exposure, hypertrophy stimulus, and structural workload. This option is for advanced lifters with strong recovery capacity.

If cutting anything, cut from the bottom up. Core lifts remain the priority.

This is high-commitment strength development.

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Absolute Strength Development
Prioritized loading on Zerchers, carries, rows, and overhead pressing builds foundational force production.
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Fortification
Neck, grip, forearms, and structural durability work bridges the gap between gym strength and real-world strength.
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Size That Supports Force
Hypertrophy is programmed with purpose — more muscle to move more weight.
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Explosive Output
Med ball throws, jumps, and sprint work train rate of force development.
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Performance-Based Structure
The 10-day training week supports higher-quality sessions and smarter recovery.
Features
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Features
10-day structured training cycle RPE-guided loading system Core lift testing Structured odd lift integration Exercise guidance delivered through TH
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Programming 6 days per week
Daily strength, conditioning, and skill training that’s accessible and challenging for athletes of any level or background
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Exercise Video Guidance
Instructional videos to guide your practice and make execution easy
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Detailed, expert instruction
Coaches who will hold you accountable and provide the feedback you need to grow
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Committed Teammates
A vibrant community that will keep you pushing to unlock your best
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Delivered through TrainHeroic
Sweating over a lifeless PDF is so last year. Your coaches/ team will push you harder, know you better, and keep you going longer, all through an app.
Equipment
Required
Barbell & plates // Squat rack // Flat & incline bench // EZ curl bar // Dumbbells Lat pulldown // Chest-supported row setup // Leg press // Lat pulldown // Lat pulldown // Leg curl machine // Sled Farmers handles (or heavy DBs) // 45-degree back extension // Fat grips or axle substitute // Pull-up bar // Towel // Medicine ball // Open space for 20–40 yard sprints // Calf raise setup
Recommended
Strongman/odd object implements (recommended)
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Sample Week
Week 1 of 13-week program
Sunday
Physically Fortified Strength - Day 1

A

Seal Row

3 x 5

B

Farmers Walks

2 x 50

C

Odd/Wild Card

D

Cable Lateral Raise

2 x 12

E

Tricep Pushdowns

3 x 12

F

Spider Curls

10, 8, 6

Sunday
AA Program Structure
Monday
Physically Fortified Strength Day 2

A

Neck Flexion

3 x 20

B

Side Neck

2 x 15

C

Seated Box Jumps

8 x 1

D

Backward Med Ball Throw

10 x 1

E

Back Pedal to Sprint

2 x 1

F1

Tempo Run

10 x 60

F2

Tempo Run

2 x 60

Tuesday
AM Physically Fortified Strength Day 3

A

Bench Press

1 x 3

B

Speed Bench Press

3 x 4

C

Chest Supported Row

3 x 8

D

One Arm Standing DB Press

3 x 6

E

One-Arm Lat Pulldown

3 x 12

F

Kelso Shrugs

3 x 12

Tuesday
PM PF - Day 3

A

DOH Axle Hold

1 x 0:30

B

Lap/Seated Reverse Curl

10, 8, 6

C

Hammer Preacher Curl

3 x 5

D

Wrist Flexion Curls

3 x 20

E

Reverse Axle Wrist Curl - Wrist Extension

3 x 20

Wednesday
AM Physically Fortified Strength Day 4

A

Zercher Squat

3 x 3

B

Odd/Wild Card

C

Pause Leg Press

2 x 8

D

45 Degree Back Extension

2 x 6

E

Backward Sled Drags

4 x 50

Wednesday
PM Day 4

A

Zercher Shrug

3 x 14

B

EZ Curl Floor Paused Triceps Extension

3 x 12

C

Push Ups

D

Neck Extension

3 x 20

E

Standing Calf Raise

2 x 12

Thursday
Physically Fortified Strength Day 5
Friday
Physically Fortified Strength Day 6

A

Seal Row

3 x 6

B

Farmers Walks (Fat Handle)

2 x 0:30

C

Odd/Wild Card

D

Wide Grip Lat Pulldown

3 x 12

E

Cable Fly

3 x 12

F

EZ Bicep Curls

3 x 5

Saturday
Physically Fortified Strength Day 7

A

Neck Flexion

2 x 15

B

Side Neck

2 x 15

C

Trap Bar Jumps

6 x 1

D

Hill Sprint

4 x 20

Coaches
coach-avatar Tom Haviland

Tom Haviland runs this program in real time, executing the work exactly as designed. He represents the application side of the system — disciplined, consistent, and performance-driven. You’re not guessing how it should look. You’re following it as it’s lived.

coach-avatar Josh Bryant

Josh Bryant is a world-renowned strength coach known for developing elite lifters, tactical athletes, and high performers. He quarterbacks the structure, progression, and intent behind Physically Fortified. Every phase is built to move numbers and build durable, usable strength.

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This is not casual training.

This is deliberate strength development. Physically Fortified – STRENGTH builds force, armor, and usable power.

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