GPP / Hypertrophy Template Clarification

Training Q&A [Moderated]
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So I just recently purchased the GPP / Hypertrophy template and I had a couple questions.

1- The RPE section refers to dropping the load by 5% for backoff sets. Am I correct in assuming that this is due to RPE section being generic to all templates? I do not see anywhere in the program that back off sets are prescribed.

2- Is the BONUS arm work section applicable across all training days? Or would 1 or 2 days a week be more appropriate as time and energy allow.

3- Is there a template-specific intro video I am missing? Or are those still in progress? My link goes straight to generic welcome vid.

Rest looks great. Excited to get into it.

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Hi there! Welcome to the forum!

  1. Yes, the RPE tab is a general introduction to the idea.
  2. Ideally you will do the arm work after lifting on all three training days. Arm GainzZz for this template!
  3. There is not a specific video for this template. Yet, at least. :slight_smile:
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Awesome. Thanks so much for the quick reply. Can’t wait to dive in. Long time barbell medicine lurker/fan. Pulled the trigger this month with template. Excited to get started!

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Finished this one. Yes its a generic template and no 5% back off for this one. All the logging features and extras are nice, but a straight up printable version like The Bridge would save a bunch of confusion.
No biggie, just seems a bit clunky. Personal opinion.

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I got some questions about this template as well. I haven’t bought it yet but will do when I finish the 12 week template.

I’d like to develop my upper body more because it’s lagging behind (“do you even lift, bro?”), but still want to drive my squat and deadlift numbers up.

  1. How much squat/dl does the template offer; is it designed to maintain or increase your squat 1rm for example?
  2. Can I train my squat for strength, and combine it with hypertrophy training for my upper body?

Thanks!