12-week block

Power & structure

A full mesocycle for athletes who want structured heavy work, honest volume caps, and accessories that support the main lifts—not random finishers that steal recovery.

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Block outline

Heavy compound emphasis, tiered accessories, and RPE-based autoregulation. Built for lifters who want PRs without living in a sling.

  1. Weeks 1–3 · Foundation

    • Technique primers and tempo work on squat, bench, and hinge patterns.
    • Conservative RPE targets with fixed rep ranges so joints adapt before load spikes.
    • Tiered accessories that reinforce positions without turning sessions into marathons.
  2. Weeks 4–8 · Build

    • Primary lifts progress on weekly undulations; accessories rotate every two weeks.
    • Autoregulation rules spelled out so you know when to hold, push, or repeat a week.
    • Deload markers tied to sleep and readiness prompts—not just calendar weeks.
  3. Weeks 9–12 · Peak & taper

    • Heavy singles and doubles with clear intent; optional mock meet template.
    • Taper presets for athletes who compete and for those who just want a sharp gym PR.