An advanced hypertrophy training plan, divided into three days (A, B, C), usually focuses on progressive overload, high intensity, exercise variation, and advanced strategies like drop sets, supersets, rest-pause, and controlled rest periods. I'll suggest an example for each day, targeting different muscle groups:
Workout A - Chest and Triceps
Objective: Focus on increasing muscle mass in the chest and triceps with intensity techniques.
Barbell Bench Press
- 4 sets of 6-8 reps
- Technique: Last set with a dropset.
Incline Dumbbell Press
- 3 sets of 8-10 reps
- Technique: Perform the eccentric phase (lowering) slowly (3-4 seconds).
Incline Dumbbell Flyes
- 3 sets of 10-12 reps
- Technique: Pause for 1 second at the maximum stretch phase.
Cable Crossover
- 3 sets of 12-15 reps
- Technique: Superset with Push-ups (until failure).
Dips (Triceps Focus)
- 3 sets to failure
- Technique: If possible, add extra weight.
Skull Crushers (EZ-Bar)
- 3 sets of 8-10 reps
- Technique: Use the rest-pause method (10-second pause at failure and try a few more reps).
Rope Tricep Pushdowns
- 3 sets of 12-15 reps
- Technique: Perform the last set as a dropset.
Rest: 60-90 seconds between sets.
Workout B - Back and Biceps
Objective: Work the entire back and biceps, focusing on increasing density and width.
Lat Pulldown (Wide Grip)
- 4 sets of 8-10 reps
- Technique: Last set with a dropset.
Barbell Row
- 3 sets of 6-8 reps
- Technique: Controlled movement, focusing on maximum contraction.
One-Arm Dumbbell Row
- 3 sets of 10-12 reps
- Technique: Pause for 1 second at the contraction phase.
Dumbbell Pullover
- 3 sets of 12-15 reps
- Technique: Superset with Pull-ups (until failure).
Barbell Curl
- 3 sets of 8-10 reps
- Technique: Rest-pause on the last set.
Hammer Curls
- 3 sets of 10-12 reps
- Technique: Controlled movement, focusing on the eccentric phase.
EZ-Bar Reverse Curl
- 3 sets of 12-15 reps
- Technique: Perform the last set as a dropset.
Rest: 60-90 seconds between sets.
Workout C - Legs and Shoulders
Objective: Intense workout for quads, hamstrings, glutes, calves, and shoulders.
Squats
- 4 sets of 6-8 reps
- Technique: Last set as a dropset.
45º Leg Press
- 3 sets of 10-12 reps
- Technique: Pause for 2 seconds in the eccentric phase.
Leg Extension
- 3 sets of 12-15 reps
- Technique: Superset with Bodyweight Squats (until failure).
Leg Curl
- 3 sets of 10-12 reps
- Technique: Rest-pause on the last set.
Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Press
- 3 sets of 8-10 reps
- Technique: Focus on the eccentric phase (slow lowering).
Lateral Raise
- 3 sets of 12-15 reps
- Technique: Last set as a dropset.
Front Dumbbell Raise
- 3 sets of 10-12 reps
- Technique: Superset with Lateral Raise (until failure).
Calf Raise on Leg Press
- 4 sets of 15-20 reps
- Technique: Slow movement, focusing on full range of motion.
Rest: 60-90 seconds between sets.
General Tips for Advanced Hypertrophy Training
- Progressive Overload: Increase weights progressively whenever possible.
- Time Under Tension: Keep muscles under tension during exercises, especially in the eccentric phase.
- Nutrition: A high-protein, calorie-rich diet is crucial for recovery and muscle growth.
- Rest: Adequate rest is essential for advanced training. Allow at least 48 hours of rest for each muscle group before training again.
- Variety: Change exercises every 6-8 weeks to avoid plateaus and keep muscles challenged.
Feel free to ask if you want any adjustments or have any questions about the plan!



