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Power Hypertrophy Upper Lower (P.H.U.L.) Workout

Build both size and strength in this 4 day split based around basic compound movements. Get the best of both worlds with bodybuilding and powerlifting.

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Workout Description

Power Hypertrophy Upper Lower (PHUL) Workout

The PHUL workout is based around the basic principles of strength and size.  This 4 day program will allow you to maximize results on both fronts in an easy adaptable routine built off the following principles:

Frequency. Studies have shown muscle protein synthesis (MPS) to be elevated for up to 48 hours after training. That would make it ideal for you to hit each muscle more frequently than a typical once per week split. The PHUL program is designed to hit each muscle group twice within a week.

Compounds. The PHUL program focuses on the big compound movements for optimal progression. While isolation movements are included in this program as well, the main goal is to increase performance on the main lifts, as well as pack on pounds of muscle.

Power. This program uses 2 of it’s 4 working days to focus on pure strength training. The key to getting stronger and bigger is to utilize progressive overload and time under tension. These 2 days will see that you’ll be able to use more weight on your hypertrophy days.

Hypertrophy. In addition to 2 power days, your other 2 days on the PHUL program will focus on hypertrophy (bodybuilding) style training. This way, not only will you be seeing strength increases but you’ll be building size as well.

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PHUL Notes:

  1. Sets and Reps – When first beginning this program it is suggested to start with a lower amount of total volume until you become accustomed to the workload.
  2. Failure – Failure is a tool that should not be abused. All sets should be completed with at least 1 rep “left in the tank.” Meaning you should struggle to complete your heavier sets, but not to the point where you’re unable to get your goal reps.
  3. Exercise Selection – Main compounds should remain unchanged, however substitutions can be made for like exercises if desired.
  4. Abdominals – Ab work can be done at the end of training or on off days.

PHUL Workout Schedule:

  • Day 1: Upper Power
  • Day 2: Lower Power
  • Day 3: Off
  • Day 4: Upper Hypertrophy
  • Day 5: Lower Hypertrophy
  • Day 6: Off
  • Day 7: Off

Day 1 – Upper Power

ExerciseSetsReps
Barbell Bench Press3-43-5
Incline Dumbbell Bench Press3-46-10
Bent Over Row3-43-5
Lat Pull Down3-46-10
Overhead Press2-35-8
Barbell Curl2-36-10
Skullcrusher2-36-10

Day 2 – Lower Power

ExerciseSetsReps
Squat3-43-5
Deadlift3-43-5
Leg Press3-510-15
Leg Curl3-46-10
Calf Exercise46-10

Day 4 – Upper Hypertrophy

ExerciseSetsReps
Incline Barbell Bench Press3-48-12
Flat Bench Dumbbell Flye3-48-12
Seated Cable Row3-48-12
One Arm Dumbbell Row3-48-12
Dumbbell Lateral Raise3-48-12
Seated Incline Dumbbell Curl3-48-12
Cable Tricep Extension3-48-12

Day 5 – Lower Hypertrophy

ExerciseSetsReps
Front Squat3-48-12
Barbell Lunge3-48-12
Leg Extension3-410-15
Leg Curl3-410-15
Seated Calf Raise3-48-12
Calf Press3-48-12

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