⚡ Advanced Week 2 – Foundation Strength Progression
Week 2 continues the foundation phase by slightly increasing training intensity. Focus on perfect technique, controlled execution, and accumulating quality training volume.
📚 Week 2 Intensity Guide
This week uses approximately 77.5–82.5% of your estimated 1RM.
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Movement
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Target %
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Weighted Pull-Up
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77.5%
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|
Weighted Dip
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77.5%
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Back Squat
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80%
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📅 Training Sessions
Day 1 – Weighted Pull-Up Progression
| Exercise |
Sets × Reps |
Intensity |
Rest |
| Weighted Pull-Ups |
5×5 |
77.5% |
3 Minutes |
| Paused Pull-Ups |
3×5 |
Bodyweight |
2 Minutes |
| Chest Supported Rows |
4×10 |
Moderate |
90 Seconds |
| Hanging Leg Raises |
4×15 |
Controlled |
60 Seconds |
Day 2 – Weighted Dip Progression
| Exercise |
Sets × Reps |
Intensity |
Rest |
| Weighted Dips |
5×5 |
77.5% |
3 Minutes |
| Tempo Dips |
3×6 |
Bodyweight |
2 Minutes |
| Incline Push-Ups |
3×20 |
Moderate |
60 Seconds |
| Plank |
4×90 Sec |
Core |
60 Seconds |
Day 3 – Squat Progression
| Exercise |
Sets × Reps |
Intensity |
Rest |
| Back Squat |
5×5 |
80% |
3 Minutes |
| Paused Squat |
3×5 |
70% |
2 Minutes |
| Walking Lunges |
3×15 |
Moderate |
90 Seconds |
| Standing Calf Raises |
4×20 |
Controlled |
60 Seconds |
🔄 Days 4–6
Repeat Days 1–3 using the same percentages and loads. Focus on consistency and execution quality.
| Day |
Workout |
| Day 4 |
Repeat Day 1 |
| Day 5 |
Repeat Day 2 |
| Day 6 |
Repeat Day 3 |
| Day 7 |
Full Rest Day |
✅ Week 2 Goal
- Build technical consistency
- Increase training volume tolerance
- Improve weighted movement efficiency
- Prepare for Progressive Overload Phase
- Strengthen weak points before heavier weeks