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+ pull ups, rows, planks/hip thrusts, calf raises, some abwork (despite what everyone says about not needing to do additional ab work)

I like to do the powerlifting exercises on a powerlifting program, and then do arms and back on a bobdybuilding program. Keeps it interesting.

I’m sure you’ve heard of it, but for others - check out powerbuilding. It is the combination of power lifting and body building.

https://www.nifs.org/blog/powerbuilding-the-middle-ground-be...

This is approximately what I do. I don't like eating a ton, so I try to strike a balance between aesthetics and deadlifting a lot.

Edit: for a balanced approach, the Youtuber Jujimufu is a great watch. He's a bodybuilder who also does acrobatics and competes in powerlifting, and will often spring a backflip after a really impressive lift (https://youtu.be/_ydPYzYCpgU). Truly impressive.

Twice weekly: Squat, Press, weighted Pull-ups.

Once weekly: Squat, Press, Deadlift.

This has done wonders for my back, especially my upper back, and my posture.

vertical or horizontal, we don't care about planes - we're freaks