Horn Weightlifting & Physique, LLC

Strength & Conditioning
Coach
Brad Horn

Macro 4 - Novice - Low Volume 

Accumulation 7: 3 x 9

Intensification 7: 3 x 5

Accumulation 8: 11, 9, 7, 5

Intensification 8: 5 x 3

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Features
1 sessions per week
Must use App app to view and log training
Program Training
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Build Lean Muscle
Train with the right combination of volume, intensity, and recovery to support muscle growth and improved body composition.
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Move Better
Improve stability, coordination, and movement quality so every lift feels stronger and more efficient.
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Coach Support
You're never training alone. Get direct access for programming-related questions so you can stay confident, overcome challenges, and keep progressing.
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Programming 3 days per week
Train three days each week using an Upper/Lower split that balances strength, muscle growth, and recovery.
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Exercise Demonstrations
Includes clear instructional videos to help you execute each movement with proper technique with confidence. Quality movement builds quality strength.
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Access your entire program from the TH app. Track workouts, record personal records, monitor progress, and follow your training wherever you go.
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Sample Week
Week 1 of 12-week program
Sunday
Novice - Strength - Accumulation 7 - Upper Body - Dip - 3 x 9

A1

Press, 25° Decline, OB, Medium Grip

3 x 9 @ 70, 73, 76 %

A2

Pull-up, Medium Grip, Pronated

3 x 9 @ 70, 73, 76 %

B1

Press, 45° Incline, DB

3 x 11 @ 72 %

B2

Row, Seated, Medium Grip, Neutral

3 x 11 @ 72 %

C1

Fly, Flat, DB, 1 Arm

3 x 15 @ 66 %

C2

Trap 3, Prone, 30° Incline, DB, 1 Arm

3 x 15 @ 66 %

Tuesday
Novice - Strength - Accumulation 3 - Lower Body - Deadlift - 3 x 9

A

Deadlift, Sumo

3 x 9 @ 70, 73, 76 %

B1

Split Squat, Bulgarian, DB

3 x 11 @ 72 %

B2

Knee Flexion with Hip Extension, Swiss Ball

3 x 11 @ 72 %

C1

Calf Raise, Standing, Unilateral, DB

3 x 15 @ 66 %

C2

Garhammer Raise, Incline

3 x MAX

Thursday
Novice - Strength - Accumulation 7 - Upper Body - Dip - 3 x 9

A1

Press, 25° Decline, OB, Medium Grip

3 x 9 @ 70, 73, 76 %

A2

Pull-up, Medium Grip, Pronated

3 x 9 @ 70, 73, 76 %

B1

Press, 45° Incline, DB

3 x 11 @ 72 %

B2

Row, Seated, Medium Grip, Neutral

3 x 11 @ 72 %

C1

Fly, Flat, DB, 1 Arm

3 x 15 @ 66 %

C2

Trap 3, Prone, 30° Incline, DB, 1 Arm

3 x 15 @ 66 %

FAQs
Who is this program designed for?
Strength 4 is designed for beginner to early intermediate lifters who understand that long-term progress isn't built by constantly changing the program, it's built by improving the quality of every repetition, every decision, and every training cycle.
How many days per week will I train?
Train three days with an Upper/Lower split session each week, balancing strength, muscle development, and recovery.
How long do the workouts take?
Most sessions take between 45-60 minutes, depending on rest periods and training pace.
What equipment is required?
This program is designed for a commercial gym or well-equipped home gym with barbells, dumbbells, cables, and common strength training equipment.
What happens after I finish Strength 4?
Congratulations, you've completed the Strengthology Beginner Series. By now, you've built a strong foundation, increased your training capacity, learned to own the process, and refined the fundamentals that drive long-term progress. Your next step is Strength 1: Intermediate..
12 Week - Strength 4 - Beginner - 3x/wk