Candito 6 Week Program
Candito 6 Week Program is a 4-day powerlifting training approach focused on powerlifting strength. Use it as a starting point for organizing and tracking consistent training.
What is the Candito 6 Week Program?
Candito 6 Week Program is a 4-day powerlifting training approach focused on powerlifting strength. Use it as a starting point for organizing and tracking consistent training. This page gives you a practical overview of the weekly structure, intended training focus and progression approach so you can decide whether it fits your schedule and goals.
Gym Log advantage: once you've chosen the plan, you can import this workout structure into your calendar and track your sessions, sets and notes in one place.
Program-specific training plan
- Squat — high-rep volume work
- Bench Press — volume work
- Deadlift — volume work
- Optional accessories
Week 1 builds work capacity; exact loading is percentage- and template-dependent.
- Squat — 4×6 @ ~80%
- Bench Press — prescribed volume sets
- Deadlift — 2×6 @ ~80%
- Upper-back / shoulder accessories
Use the published six-week spreadsheet/template for the exact exercise order and loading.
- Squat — lower-rep strength work
- Bench Press — strength work
- Deadlift — strength work
- Optional accessories
Volume and intensity shift toward heavier strength work.
- Squat — low-volume heavy work
- Bench Press — low-volume heavy work
- Deadlift — low-volume heavy work
Fatigue is reduced as the cycle approaches testing.
- Squat — test or light option
- Bench Press — test or light option
- Deadlift — test or light option
Choose the testing/light-week option appropriate to the goal, then reload the cycle from updated maxes.
How to use it
- Primary compound lifts
- Supplemental strength work
- Accessory exercises
- Progressive loading
Who it is for
People seeking a structured powerlifting routine with a clear weekly schedule.
Goal
Powerlifting strength
Progression
Candito's six-week cycle moves from volume to strength to a peak/test. Loading is percentage-based and changes by week; use the current spreadsheet/template for exact numbers.
Accuracy note
The page intentionally summarizes the six-week architecture rather than reproducing the complete copyrighted spreadsheet line-for-line.
Regardless of template, log every working set and prioritize repeatable technique, appropriate recovery and sustainable progression.
Ready to track it?
Choose a start date and import this plan into your Gym Log calendar.
Common questions about Candito 6 Week Program
How many days per week is the Candito 6 Week Program?
This Gym Log listing is organized as a 4-day-per-week program.
Who is the Candito 6 Week Program for?
People seeking a structured powerlifting routine with a clear weekly schedule.
Can I track the Candito 6 Week Program in Gym Log?
Yes. Use the import button on this page to add the available workout structure to your Gym Log calendar, then log your actual sets, reps, weight and notes as you train.