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Intermediate Rising Power Week 5 · Monday

Squat + Bench Focus

Barbell squat and bench press are introduced for the first time, paired with a barbell row and a longer weighted plank hold. Rest periods extend to two minutes.

45 min Legs Chest Back Core Barbell Bodyweight + Plate
The Work

Exercise Breakdown

1

Barbell Back Squat

Legs · Barbell
3
Sets
8
Reps
120s
Rest

Bar racked across the upper back, squat down until the thighs are at least parallel to the floor, then stand.

Light barbell — your first barbell squat session.

2

Bench Press

Chest · Barbell
3
Sets
8
Reps
120s
Rest

Lying on a bench, lower a barbell to the chest and press back to lockout.

Light barbell

3

Barbell Row

Back · Barbell
3
Sets
8
Reps
120s
Rest

Hinged forward at the hips, pull a barbell from a hang to the lower ribcage, then lower under control.

4

Weighted Plank

Core · Bodyweight + Plate
3
Sets
40s
Reps
60s
Rest

A standard forearm plank with additional weight placed across the upper back.

Plate on back

This program is a structured, real-world training plan built for genuine progression — not tied to a specific fictional character. Results depend on genetics, consistency, nutrition, and recovery, and typically take months, not weeks. Scale every exercise to your own level.