/// The GZCLP logic is pretty tricky, so the code below may look intimidating.
/// If you want to figure it out how it works, watch this video:
/// https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1sOr8pS9tl4
///
/// But if you just want to tweak the program slightly and add/change some T3s,
/// simply add them at the end of each day, reusing t3: Lat Pulldown.
/// As an example, there're some optional T3s commented out below (i.e. prefixed with ///).
/// Remove triple slashes (///) there if you want to add them to the program.
/// Csvl Note: I use the Black Noir version for Tier 1 (T1) because I'm not a fan of the standard 10 singles format—it takes too much time. Also, I can't perform any pressing movements due to an issue I was born with in my right shoulder, so I substitute with incline bench press instead.
/// For Tier 2 (T2), I follow a basic GZCL structure, but I lean toward exercises that are more effective from a bodybuilding perspective. That’s why I use dumbbells for most lifts, with the exception of hack squats.
/// For Tier 3 (T3) back work, I use Volume Dependent Progression (VDIP), because my body doesn’t respond well to very high reps (15+). I usually fail before hitting 20 reps, and I find it difficult to get a good mind-muscle connection with my back at those rep ranges.
/// For Tier 3 (T3) isolation movements, I stick to the standard GZCL method. I understand isolation lifts are harder to load heavy, so if I hit 25 reps, I take that as a sign the weight is too light and should be increased.
/// Feel free to swap exercises or add more T3 movements if needed. If you're adding new T3 exercises, I recommend doing it gradually—just 1 set per week. Each added set should follow a VDIP-style approach: do as many reps as possible while leaving about 2 reps in the tank (2 RIR). Once your max rep set (MRS) hits 50 total reps over time, it's up to you whether to increase the weight or maintain it.
// **T1**. It starts with **85% of 5RM** (or approximately **75% or 1RM**).
// You can adjust your 1RM by clicking the **edit** icon, and setting the **1 Rep Max** value.
// There's the RM calculator there to help find it out if you don't know it
// ! **T1**.
// **T1**. Retest week, you may skip warmups. Find your new 5RM (5 rep max), as follows
// * Start with the bar, do 5 reps.
// * Throw on some more weight, do 5 reps.
// * Repeat, when the bar starts to get heavy, make smaller jumps.
// * When you finally get to a set that is hard, but you do it - take that number, long press **5RM Test** set, and set the weight you did
// * Tap on the "New 5RM" set to mark it completed
t1: Squat / 2x5, 1x5+ / 3x3, 1x3+ / 4x2, 1x2+ / 1x5 (5RM Test) / 85kg / progress: custom(increase: 5kg) {~
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