Muscle

PHAT · Power Hypertrophy Adaptive Training

By Dr. Layne Norton · Advanced · 5× / week · Ongoing · Full gym

Advanced size with strength carryover

Five days: two heavy power days feed strength into three high-volume hypertrophy days. A demanding program for experienced lifters who recover well and want maximum size.

Schedule

Upper · Power

Barbell Row3 × 3–5
Bench Press3 × 3–5
Weighted Pull-up2 × 6–10
Overhead Press3 × 6–10

Lower · Power

Barbell Squat3 × 3–5
Deadlift3 × 3–5
Leg Press2 × 6–10
Leg Curl3 × 6–10

Back / Shoulders · Hypertrophy

Barbell Row4 × 8–12
Lat Pulldown3 × 12–15
Lateral Raise4 × 12–20
Rear Delt Fly3 × 12–20

Lower · Hypertrophy

Barbell Squat4 × 8–12
Romanian Deadlift3 × 12–15
Leg Extension3 × 15–20
Calf Raise4 × 15

Chest / Arms · Hypertrophy

Incline Dumbbell Press4 × 8–12
Cable Fly3 × 12–15
Barbell Curl4 × 12
Triceps Pushdown4 × 12

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Plans are for reference. Train within your limits and consult a professional if injured.