Revitalize Your Powerlifting Journey
Powerlifting isn’t just about brute strength—it’s a mental game, too. If you’re tired of the same old squat, bench press, and deadlift routine, it’s time for a change. Our enhanced Push/Pull/Legs-SBD Program (PPL-SBD) is designed to reinvigorate your training, challenge your limits, and help you smash through plateaus—all while giving you a much-needed mental break.
Why Choose the PPL-SBD Program?
Most powerlifting programs focus solely on the three big lifts, which can become monotonous over time. Our program offers a fresh twist by combining:
- Push/Pull/Legs (PPL) Split: Engaging different muscle groups with varied exercises and workouts.
- Squat/Bench/Deadlift (SBD) Day: Dedicated powerlifting movements for peak performance.
This unique blend not only keeps your training exciting but also optimizes your recovery, ensuring you hit your performance goals with renewed energy.
The Training Structure
Push/Pull/Legs (PPL)
Our PPL-PR split consists of three dynamic workouts:
- Push Day: Focus on chest, shoulders, and triceps.
- Pull Day: Target back and biceps (with an option to include deadlifts based on your goals).
- Leg Day: Work your quadriceps, hamstrings, and calves.
Squat/Bench/Deadlift (SBD) Day
This day is all about intensity. Even though it includes only three exercises, each movement is performed with a focus on maximum performance, ensuring that you continuously break personal records.
Optimizing Your Workout Schedule
To maximize your gains, plan your weekly schedule so that your SBD day is the performance highlight of the week. For instance, avoid scheduling leg workouts too close to your SBD day to prevent muscle soreness from affecting your squat and deadlift performance. While some research suggests that soreness might not impair strength, structuring your workouts for peak performance is key.
Flexible Scheduling Options:
- Customize your training days to suit your recovery and performance needs.
- Experiment with different arrangements until you find the perfect balance.
Mastering Intensity: RIR & RPE Explained
Repetitions in Reserve (RIR)
- 0 RIR: At absolute failure.
- 1 RIR: One rep in the tank.
- 2 RIR: Two reps away from failure.
Key Points:
- Use the same weight for all sets.
- Only the final set should be taken to failure.
- Adjust weight if you’re not hitting the target rep count on your work sets.
Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE)
RPE gauges how hard a set feels on a scale from 1-10. This subjective measure allows you to auto-regulate your training intensity:
- 10: All-out effort.
- 9-9.5: Nearly maxed out but with a hint of reserve.
- 8: Challenging yet manageable.
By monitoring RIR and RPE, you ensure that each workout is optimized for strength and progress.
Progress, Repeat, and Conquer
Each cycle of the program is designed to build on your previous efforts. Aim to lift 5-10 lbs more the next time around. For example, if your bench press sets are:
- Set 1: 225 lbs at 7 RPE
- Set 2: 245 lbs at 8 RPE
- Set 3: 265 lbs at 9 RPE
Then, push for slightly heavier weights in your next cycle. This steady progression is the secret to long-term gains.
Nutrition & Supplements: Fuel Your Performance
Now that your training plan is set, it’s time to talk nutrition. Proper fueling is just as crucial as your workout regimen. Follow our Macronutrient Guidelines to optimize your diet for performance and recovery.
Top 3 Performance Supplement Recommendations
While these supplements aren’t mandatory, they can provide that extra edge:
- Creatine Monohydrate (5 grams/day): Boosts strength, power, and lean mass.
- Caffeine Anhydrous (200-300mg pre-workout): Enhances energy, endurance, and strength.
- L-Citrulline (6 grams pre-workout): Reduces fatigue, increases power output, and improves workout endurance.
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- Carnosyn Beta-Alanine: Improves muscular endurance and lean mass.
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Ready to Break Some PRs?
Whether you’re a seasoned powerlifter or a lifter seeking a fresh, challenging routine, the PR-BREAKER PPL-PR is your gateway to new strength levels. Integrate our smart training schedule with top-tier nutrition and MATERIA pre-workout, and prepare to shatter your personal records.
Now let’s break some PRs!
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