NOTE: This is a sample to illustrate one of Jeff Willet’s Max-OT workout schedules. This is not meant to be an exercise or health prescription. Please consult a physician before beginning any exercise program.

Day 1 – Back & Traps


Back:
Deadlifts 3 sets 4-6 reps (After warm-up)
Weighted Pull-ups 2 sets 4-6 reps
Bent-over Rows 2 sets 4-6 reps
Traps:
Barbell Shrugs 2 sets 4-6 reps (After Weight Acclimation)

Day 2 – Chest


Chest:
Flat Bench Press 2 sets 4-6 reps (After warm-up)
Incline Bench Press 2 sets 4-6 reps
Weighted Dips 2 sets 4-6 reps

Day 3 – Legs & Calves


Calves:
Calf Raises off Leg Press (One foot at a time) 3 sets 6-8 reps (After warm-up)
Seated Calf Raises 2 sets 6-8 reps
Legs:
Squats 5 sets 4-6 reps (After warm-up)
Stiff Leg Deadlifts 2 sets 4-6 reps

Day 4- Biceps, Triceps & Forearms


Biceps:
Barbell Curls 3 sets 4-6 reps (After warm-up)
Standing Dumbbell Curls 2 sets 4-6 reps
Triceps:
Lying Triceps Extensions 3 sets 4-6 reps (After warm-up)
Cable Push-downs 2 sets 4-6 reps
Forearms:
Barbell Wrist Curls 3 sets 4-6 reps

Day 5- Abs & Shoulders


Abs:
Cable Crunches 3 sets 8-10 reps
Fit Ball Crunches 2 sets 10-15 reps
Shoulders:
Military Barbell Press (To the front) 3 sets 4-6 reps (After warm-up)
Side Lateral Dumbbell Raises 2 sets 4-6 reps
Seated Rear Lateral Dumbbell Raises 2 sets 6-8 reps

CARDIO

  • Max-OT Cardio ~ 2-3 times weekly at 16 minutes a session to maintain condition. 4-5 times weekly to emphasize fat loss.
  • Ideally cardio should be performed 8-12 hours apart from weight training or on non-weight training days. Do cardio after weight training if done together.