: Peaks for maximum strength in the Big Three (Squat, Bench, Deadlift).
"Having Blocks 1, 2, and 3 in one sheet made it much easier for me to see the long-term trend of my strength rather than looking at isolated snapshots." Powerbuilding Blocks Combined.xlsx
: Most versions of this .xlsx allow you to swap "GPP" (General Physical Preparedness) exercises, making it adaptable to whatever equipment you have available. Pros and Cons All-in-One : No need to switch files mid-program. : Peaks for maximum strength in the Big
: Often includes auto-populating charts to track e1RM progress over months. : Often includes auto-populating charts to track e1RM
The "Combined" spreadsheet is an exceptional tool for lifters who have moved past novice linear progression and want to balance raw strength with aesthetic muscle growth. By consolidating all three blocks, it provides nearly in one place.
: The RPE system has a steep learning curve for beginners.