359 reviews for 70s Powerlifter
The 70s Powerlifter Program, by Alex Bromley, is designed with a heavy influence of the prototypical 70’s powerlifter here (hence the name). Many of the accounts of some of the monsters that populated meets at that time, such as Doug Young and Bill Kazmaier, cited high volume approaches with many compound variations and plenty of bodybuilding movements to top it off.
Read more about the program below for an overview and progression guidance.
Man, 22
3 weeks complete
1 year of prior experience
As expected strength gains
As expected muscle gains
Love it so far! Would love if this plan had a Deload week other then that it’s been great!
SNYDER ARIN
Man, 253 weeks complete
6 years of prior experience
As expected strength gains
As expected muscle gains
My gym ain’t got leg raises
David Diaz
Man, 343 weeks complete
1 year of prior experience
More than expected strength gains
As expected muscle gains
I really enjoy this program. I like that it focuses on the big 4 and then follows it up with fun accessories. I was surprised with the volume. Even though it starts with what you would consider light weight, the volume really makes up for it and makes it a fun challenge.
Judah S.
Man, 193 weeks complete
3 years of prior experience
More than expected strength gains
More than expected muscle gains
Great strength so far didn’t expect such benefits from so many high rep and set workouts
John C.
Man, 693 weeks complete
8 years of prior experience
More than expected strength gains
More than expected muscle gains
Fresh approach. And would recommend it to friends. Push one’s self beyond normal limits,
Nick M.
Man, 3518 weeks complete
8 years of prior experience
Less than expected strength gains
As expected muscle gains
I truly wanted to love 70s Powerlifter, but I just couldn't. It definitely peaks for too long. For me, about 3 less weeks would have been a better duration. Also, I hate triples and doubles at RPE of any value. I am a dumbass, so RPE is not my friend. Give me AMRAPs forever and I will be happy, like Bull Mastiff does. I don't think I will re-run this program, but it was a fun experience for a one-time run through.
scott curry
Man, 329 weeks complete
8 years of prior experience
As expected strength gains
As expected muscle gains
This is a brutal program surviving all the early volume on one single lift with variations is taxing. It seems insane until you hit peak strength phase and then it becomes clear what you are doing. Static strength booms at week 10 you will go over 80% pretty easily if you pushed yourself the first 9 weeks. I’m excited to test in a few weeks. Thanks Bromley!!
David J.
Man, 515 weeks complete
8 years of prior experience
As expected strength gains
More than expected muscle gains
It's good. Too early to tell how good. We'll see if my 50 year old ass can handle the full stretch
Nathan B
Man, 405 weeks complete
5 years of prior experience
As expected strength gains
As expected muscle gains
Love the program, I have a problem where I only have 45 minutes to bang it out so in the later phases I have to shave a few exercises off but that’s a me issue and not the programs fault. I’d expect it to take 60 minutes to 90 minutes depending on rest.
Brett C.
Man, 349 weeks complete
8 years of prior experience
More than expected strength gains
More than expected muscle gains
Loving the results 10 weeks in. The volume was a lot to begin with as I haven’t consistently lifted weights in 5+ years after many years of consistent training. I did modify a few exercises as I’m working out in a garage gym. Overall though very pleased with the results after sticking with it.