Four program variations for different deadlift styles and focus areas, allowing personalized training
Optional 16-week peaking block for meet preparation, supporting both continuous and competition-focused lifters
RPE-based load prescription with customizable top and bottom ranges for safe, progressive overload
Private Discord community and full program tutorial for support and effective execution
Comprehensive exercise database and nutrition tracking sheet for guided, data-driven results
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Early Intermediate → Late Intermediate
The Craftsmanship Powerbuilding Program is a 12-week training system built for lifters who want the best of both worlds. Maximal strength in the squat, bench press, and deadlift, paired with high-quality hypertrophy work to build a stronger, more muscular physique. The program blends structured st
Program Length
12 weeks (optional 16 weeks with peaking block)
Days Per Week
4-5
Lift Frequency
Squat 2x/week, Bench 3x/week, Deadlift 2x/week
Load Prescription Methods
RPE, percentage-based, top and bottom load ranges
Primary Goals
Maximal strength, quality hypertrophy, aesthetic development
Excel Format Access
Yes
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4.4
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great. very basic structure
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Anonymous · August 7, 2026
Just wasn’t very user friendly, and didn’t fit my goals
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Anonymous · May 30, 2026
The hypertrophy focused sumo program has been fantastic thus far. The level of thought and detail in the program itself is great, but the overview video is incredible. Marcellus is very thorough, clear, and a majority of potential questions are answered in the video.