Coffinworm

Strength3 weeks · 4 days per week
intermediateadvancedLeader

What this template is

The Coffinworm template is good for those that want to lift heavy and keep their training simple. This template is good for building strength.

Coffinworm is listed for intermediate, advanced lifters. Confirm that its volume, frequency, and progression match your current training experience.

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Coffinworm Volume Overview

Sets per Week (Main vs Accessory)

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Main/Supplemental
Accessories

3

Weeks

36

Avg Sets/Week

164

Avg Reps/Week

4

Days/Week

Average Intensity by Week

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Coffinworm Weekly Schedule

Week 1

Day 1

Squat

Main

5 reps at 70%

5 reps at 80%

5 reps at 90%

5 reps at 80%

3 reps at 90%

1 reps at 100%

Choose a Push exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Pull exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Legs exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Bench Press

Supplemental

5 × 5 reps at 70%

Day 2

Choose a Push exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Pull exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Legs exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Overhead Press

Main

5 reps at 70%

5 reps at 80%

5 reps at 90%

5 reps at 80%

3 reps at 90%

1 reps at 100%

Deadlift

Supplemental

5 × 5 reps at 70%

Day 3

Choose a Push exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Pull exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Legs exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Bench Press

Main

5 reps at 70%

5 reps at 80%

5 reps at 90%

5 reps at 80%

3 reps at 90%

1 reps at 100%

Squat

Supplemental

5 × 5 reps at 70%

Day 4

Overhead Press

Supplemental

5 × 5 reps at 70%

Choose a Push exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Pull exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Legs exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Deadlift

Main

5 reps at 70%

5 reps at 80%

5 reps at 90%

5 reps at 80%

3 reps at 90%

1 reps at 100%

Week 2

Day 1

Squat

Main

5 reps at 70%

5 reps at 80%

5 reps at 90%

5 reps at 80%

3 reps at 90%

1 reps at 100%

Choose a Push exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Pull exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Legs exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Bench Press

Supplemental

5 × 5 reps at 70%

Day 2

Choose a Push exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Pull exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Legs exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Overhead Press

Main

5 reps at 70%

5 reps at 80%

5 reps at 90%

5 reps at 80%

3 reps at 90%

1 reps at 100%

Deadlift

Supplemental

5 × 5 reps at 70%

Day 3

Choose a Push exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Pull exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Legs exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Bench Press

Main

5 reps at 70%

5 reps at 80%

5 reps at 90%

5 reps at 80%

3 reps at 90%

1 reps at 100%

Squat

Supplemental

5 × 5 reps at 70%

Day 4

Overhead Press

Supplemental

5 × 5 reps at 70%

Choose a Push exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Pull exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Legs exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Deadlift

Main

5 reps at 70%

5 reps at 80%

5 reps at 90%

5 reps at 80%

3 reps at 90%

1 reps at 100%

Week 3

Day 1

Squat

Main

5 reps at 65%

5 reps at 75%

5 reps at 85%

5 reps at 85%

5 reps at 85%

Choose a Push exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Pull exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Legs exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Day 2

Choose a Push exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Pull exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Legs exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Overhead Press

Main

5 reps at 65%

5 reps at 75%

5 reps at 85%

5 reps at 85%

5 reps at 85%

Day 3

Choose a Push exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Pull exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Legs exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Bench Press

Main

5 reps at 65%

5 reps at 75%

5 reps at 85%

5 reps at 85%

5 reps at 85%

Day 4

Choose a Push exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Pull exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Choose a Legs exercise

Assistance

25-50 reps

Deadlift

Main

5 reps at 65%

5 reps at 75%

5 reps at 85%

5 reps at 85%

5 reps at 85%

Questions about Coffinworm

How long is the Coffinworm program?

Coffinworm is represented here as a 3-week template with 4 training days per week.

What is the main goal of Coffinworm?

Coffinworm is categorized for Strength. Its actual results still depend on appropriate loading, recovery, nutrition, and consistent execution.

Who is Coffinworm designed for?

Coffinworm is listed for intermediate, advanced lifters. Confirm that its volume, frequency, and progression match your current training experience.

How can I track Coffinworm?

The KeyLifts version includes the schedule shown below and prepares percentage-based training weights from your training max.

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