Smolov Jr is a shorter version of the Smolov program. The percentages are the same each week. Depending on how the previous week went you will add 5-10lbs per set.
Smolov Jr Squat is listed for intermediate, advanced lifters. Confirm that its volume, frequency, and progression match your current training experience.
Use the prebuilt schedule with percentage calculations and training-max progression prepared for each session.
Sets per Week (Main vs Accessory)
3
Weeks
31
Avg Sets/Week
133
Avg Reps/Week
4
Days/Week
Average Intensity by Week
6 × 6 reps at 70%
7 × 5 reps at 75%
8 × 4 reps at 80%
10 × 3 reps at 85%
6 × 6 reps at 70%
7 × 5 reps at 75%
8 × 4 reps at 80%
10 × 3 reps at 85%
6 × 6 reps at 70%
7 × 5 reps at 75%
8 × 4 reps at 80%
10 × 3 reps at 85%
Weekly frequency
3 days per week
Strength
Weekly frequency
3 days per week
Strength
Weekly frequency
4 days per week
Strength
Weekly frequency
3 days per week
Strength
Smolov Jr Squat is represented here as a 3-week template with 4 training days per week.
Smolov Jr Squat is categorized for Strength. Its actual results still depend on appropriate loading, recovery, nutrition, and consistent execution.
Smolov Jr Squat is listed for intermediate, advanced lifters. Confirm that its volume, frequency, and progression match your current training experience.
The KeyLifts version includes the schedule shown below and prepares percentage-based training weights from your training max.