Variable Tension 2 (Caleb Mitchell) Science Behind the Plan: "Muscles respond optimally to resistance that changes throughout the movement arc," explains Caleb. This specialized plan develops the strength curves, positional power, and adaptive response needed for complete development. The program implements a combination of accommodating resistance techniques and variable loading to develop comprehensive strength capabilities.
6-Week Program: Week 1-2: Tension Foundation
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Day 1: cslbr (chest, shoulder, leg, back, arm) - Upper body variable tension
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8 reps × 3 sets per exercise + 3 sets of ascending resistance techniques (8 reps)
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Day 2: orlsc (core, arm, leg, shoulder, chest) - Core variable tension
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10 reps × 3 sets per exercise
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Day 3: blsor (back, leg, shoulder, core, arm) - Lower body variable tension
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12 reps × 3 sets per exercise
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Total volume per week: =548 reps (including resistance techniques)
Week 3-4: Tension Development
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Day 1: cslbr (chest, shoulder, leg, back, arm) - Upper body variable tension
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6 reps × 4 sets per exercise + 4 sets of oscillating resistance patterns (6 reps)
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Day 2: orlsc (core, arm, leg, shoulder, chest) - Core variable tension
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8 reps × 4 sets per exercise
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Day 3: blsor (back, leg, shoulder, core, arm) - Lower body variable tension
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10 reps × 4 sets per exercise
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Total volume per week: =608 reps (including resistance patterns)
Week 5-6: Tension Mastery
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Day 1: cslbro (chest, shoulder, leg, back, arm, core) - Upper body variable tension
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5 reps × 5 sets per exercise + 5 sets of complex resistance variations (5 reps)
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Day 2: orlsc (core, arm, leg, shoulder, chest) - Core variable tension
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6 reps × 5 sets per exercise
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Day 3: blsor (back, leg, shoulder, core, arm) - Lower body variable tension
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8 reps × 5 sets per exercise
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Total volume per week: =665 reps (including resistance variations)