Technical Mastery 5 (Magnus Steele)
Science Behind the Plan: "Technical proficiency in Olympic lifting requires positional awareness and pattern recognition," explains Magnus. This specialized plan develops the motor patterns, positional strength, and movement efficiency needed for flawless technical execution. The program implements deliberate practice methods with systematic progression from simple to complex movements.
6-Week Program: Week 1-2: Technical Foundation
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Day 1: &=-:+ (shoulder, legs, forearm, traps, abs) - Position development
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4 reps × 3 sets per exercise with video analysis
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Day 2: |*$x> (hip, arm, chest, back, overall) - Movement pattern refinement
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5 reps × 3 sets per exercise with pause work
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Day 3: {+;:> (glutes, abs, obliques, traps, overall) - Structural support
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6 reps × 3 sets per exercise with tempo emphasis
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Total volume per week: =435 reps
Week 3-4: Technical Development
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Day 1: &=-:+ (shoulder, legs, forearm, traps, abs) - Position development
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3 reps × 4 sets per exercise with complex position sequences
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Day 2: |*$x> (hip, arm, chest, back, overall) - Movement pattern refinement
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4 reps × 4 sets per exercise with technical complexes
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Day 3: {+;:> (glutes, abs, obliques, traps, overall) - Structural support
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5 reps × 4 sets per exercise with position challenges
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Total volume per week: =448 reps
Week 5-6: Technical Mastery
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Day 1: &=-:++ (shoulder, legs, forearm, traps, abs, abs) - Position development
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2 reps × 5 sets per exercise with perfect execution focus
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Day 2: |*$x>: (hip, arm, chest, back, overall, traps) - Movement pattern refinement
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2 reps × 5 sets per exercise with advanced technical complexes
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Day 3: {+;:> (glutes, abs, obliques, traps, overall) - Structural support
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4 reps × 5 sets per exercise with competition simulation drills
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Total volume per week: =370 reps