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Gridiron Power

Build the strength and explosiveness that gridiron play demands. This program focuses on the raw power needed for blocking and tackling, the explosive speed for breakaway plays, and the durability to survive a full season. Heavy compound lifts, plyometrics, and sport-specific conditioning.

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Frequency4 days/week
Duration1-week template
EquipmentFull Gym
Total Workouts5

Raw power for contact

Explosive 40-yard speed

Durability and injury prevention

Position-applicable strength

Game-day performance

Program Details

Training StyleUpper/Lower
DifficultyAdvanced
Weekly Sessions4 workouts
Total Duration1 weeks
Equipment RequiredFull Gym

Who Is This For?

Athletes

Week 1

D1

Lower Body Power

Build the explosive leg power that drives through contact and accelerates past defenders.

70 min
power
6 exercises
  1. Back Squat

    5 sets × 5 reps · Rest 180 sec

  2. Power Cleans

    4 sets × 5 reps · Rest 150 sec

  3. Box Jumps

    4 sets × 5 reps · Rest 90 sec

  4. Romanian Deadlift

    4 sets × 8 reps · Rest 120 sec

  5. Walking Lunges

    3 sets × 20 total · Rest 90 sec

  6. Sled Push

    4 sets × 20m · Rest 120 sec

D2

Upper Body Push

Build the pressing power for blocking and hand fighting.

60 min
strength
6 exercises
  1. Bench Press

    5 sets × 5 reps · Rest 180 sec

  2. Incline Dumbbell Press

    4 sets × 8 reps · Rest 90 sec

  3. Push Press

    4 sets × 6 reps · Rest 120 sec

  4. Dips

    4 sets × 10 reps · Rest 90 sec

  5. Close-Grip Bench

    3 sets × 8 reps · Rest 90 sec

  6. Landmine Press

    3 sets × 8 each · Rest 60 sec

D3

Rest Day

Film study and recovery

0
strength
Rest
D4

Lower Body Speed

Develop the explosive speed and agility for game-breaking plays.

60 min
power
6 exercises
  1. Trap Bar Deadlift

    4 sets × 5 reps · Rest 150 sec

  2. Jump Squats

    4 sets × 6 reps · Rest 90 sec

  3. Bounding

    4 sets × 10 each · Rest 90 sec

  4. Single-Leg Box Jump

    3 sets × 6 each · Rest 90 sec

  5. Bulgarian Split Squat

    3 sets × 8 each · Rest 90 sec

  6. Hip Flexor March

    3 sets × 12 each · Rest 60 sec

D5

Upper Body Pull

Build the pulling strength for tackling and receiving.

60 min
strength
6 exercises
  1. Weighted Pull-ups

    4 sets × 6 reps · Rest 120 sec

  2. Barbell Rows

    4 sets × 8 reps · Rest 90 sec

  3. Face Pulls

    4 sets × 15 reps · Rest 45 sec

  4. Farmers Carry

    4 sets × 40m · Rest 90 sec

  5. Barbell Curls

    3 sets × 10 reps · Rest 60 sec

  6. Neck Curls

    3 sets × 15 reps · Rest 45 sec

D6

Rest Day

Rest
D7

Rest Day

Rest