Modern Training Programs

Contemporary evidence-based programs. From nSuns and GZCL to Chris Bumstead's classic physique split — modern programming with proven progression.

6 programs

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CBum's Classic Physique Split

Chris Bumstead's 5-day bro split — the training behind five Classic Physique Mr. Olympia titles. Chest, Back, Shoulders, Legs, Arms. Free .trn download.

bro/splithypertrophy5x/weekmoderate vol
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Wendler's 5/3/1

Jim Wendler's 5/3/1 strength program — the percentage-based system built on four barbell lifts, slow progression, and AMRAP sets. Simple, proven, repeatable.

upper/lowerstrength4x/weekmoderate vol
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GZCL Method (4-Day)

The GZCL method by Cody Lefever — the T1/T2/T3 tier system that lets you build strength and size with structured flexibility. Free program template download.

upper/lowerstrength4x/weekmoderate vol
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nSuns 5/3/1 LP (5-Day)

nSuns 5/3/1 LP — the Reddit-born linear progression program with 17 sets of compound lifts per day. Free nSuns 531 program template download for the TRN app.

customstrength5x/weekhigh vol
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Push Pull Legs (Intermediate)

The classic 6-day Push Pull Legs split for intermediates — the most popular hypertrophy template on the internet. Download the full PPL program as a .trn file.

push/pull/legshypertrophy6x/weekmoderate vol
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Starting Strength

Mark Rippetoe's Starting Strength — the definitive barbell program for beginners. 3 days per week, 5 core lifts, linear progression. Download the full program.

full/bodystrength3x/weeklow vol
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