This program is a straightforward, no-frills approach to building strength over 13 weeks (one deload week). It includes four workouts per week, focusing on the fundamentals of squatting, pressing, and accessory work. Designed for efficiency, each session gets you in and out of the gym in an hour or less while delivering consistent progress.
Weekly Schedule:
2 Squat Days: Focus on building lower body strength with progressive overload. 2 Press Days: Develop upper body pushing strength through consistent progression. Short strength/power oriented conditioning efforts
Accessory/Conditioning Work:
Targeted exercises to support primary lifts, address imbalances, and improve overall conditioning. Linear progression ensures continuous improvement throughout the cycle.
Key Features:
Simple, effective programming. Balanced workload across major muscle groups. Prioritizes strength while maintaining a manageable time commitment.
Bottom Line:
This program is perfect for anyone looking to build strength efficiently without unnecessary complexity. Stick to the plan, trust the process, and see measurable gains in strength and conditioning over the 13 weeks.
A
Back Squat
4 x 10
B
Power Clean
5 x 3
C1
GHD Hip Extension
3 x 12
C2
High Plank Drag
3 x 20
A
Bench Press
4 x 10
B1
Weighted Strict Pullup
4 x 8
B2
Dip
4 x 8
C
GHD Sit-Up
3 x 15
A
Back Squat
4 x 10
B
Romanian Deadlift
5 x 5
C
Prone Banded Hamstring Curl
1 x 75
D
Side Plank on Elbows
3 x 0:30
A
Barbell Bench Press
4 x 10
Circuit
B
3 rounds for time: 300 m shuttle (100m lengths) 10 burpees as fast as possible rest 1 min between rounds
With over 15 years of coaching experience, Corey brings a wealth of knowledge, from coaching special operations soldiers to collegiate athletes to moms and dads. Before his 7-year stint as a Special Forces Medic (Green Beret), Corey was a CrossFit coach for 8 years, where he enjoyed leading group classes, 1-on-1 training, and he may or may not have competed on a team at the Crossfit Games.