STIMULUS
- Overview: This is the fourth week of our 10-week Fortify strength cycle. This cycle alternates between primary lifts (bench, squat, deadlift) and variations (strict press, front squat, sumo deadlift, push press, power clean, etc.) to keep movement patterns sharp while reducing overuse.
Weeks 1-4: Slow tempo reps at moderate load to improve durability
Weeks 5-8: Heavy 5-rep sets to develop raw strength
Weeks 9-10: Heavy 3-rep max tests to measure progress
- The barbell should come from a rack.
- Your torso and legs must remain static throughout the rep, and heels must stay on the ground.
- Bar must be locked out over your centerline overhead and return back to tap the front of the shoulder or clavicle in the bottom of your reps.
- Fitness Attribute Improved: Absolute Strength
MOVEMENT PREP
0:30 Plank Shoulder Taps
0:30 Down Dog Stretch
5 Push-ups
0:30 Empty Barbell Elbow Rotations
0:30 Empty Barbell Overhead Hold
10 Empty Barbell Strict Press
5 Strict Press at a Light Weight
5 Strict Press at a Moderate Weight
Build to Working Weight