I compete in powerlifting, so the programs I’ve done—since starting to lift seriously/intentionally—are focused around that, especially recently. A quick summary (let me know if you have questions or want more details!):
My own linear progression program that employed a split and emphasized heavy compounds
Smolov (2 cycles)
Sheiko/Cube Kingpin (both were only done for a few weeks)
GZCL Method (current)
Of all of those, I saw the most squat gains by far from Smolov. The hype is well-deserved. Just started GZCL and I can tell that it’s approximately as good, just more sustainable, i.e., not a competition peaking program.
Some advice that you probably already know, but just in case: record your squat to know exactly what your form looks like to pinpoint weaknesses/sticking points and to make sure you’re hitting depth, weightlifting shoes do help, logging/journaling your workouts is huge (probably one of the most obviously “rational” things to do in weightlifting), and of course, get enough food and sleep.
Fuck, that’s awesome. I’ve been stuck with a max of 360 for about a year now, after two years of lifting. What is your lifting program?
Thanks!
I compete in powerlifting, so the programs I’ve done—since starting to lift seriously/intentionally—are focused around that, especially recently. A quick summary (let me know if you have questions or want more details!):
My own linear progression program that employed a split and emphasized heavy compounds
Smolov (2 cycles)
Sheiko/Cube Kingpin (both were only done for a few weeks)
GZCL Method (current)
Of all of those, I saw the most squat gains by far from Smolov. The hype is well-deserved. Just started GZCL and I can tell that it’s approximately as good, just more sustainable, i.e., not a competition peaking program.
Some advice that you probably already know, but just in case: record your squat to know exactly what your form looks like to pinpoint weaknesses/sticking points and to make sure you’re hitting depth, weightlifting shoes do help, logging/journaling your workouts is huge (probably one of the most obviously “rational” things to do in weightlifting), and of course, get enough food and sleep.
Awesome. I keep seeing awesome reports on the GZCL method… I might have to make that my plan when my back is better.