GERMAN VOLUME TRAINING (GVT) METHOD

Maximize muscle growth with the German Volume Training (GVT) method, featuring 10 sets of 10 reps for effective strength and size gains.

German Volume Training (GVT) Workout Method

German Volume Training (GVT)10×10 method

Key Principles of GVT

  • 10 Sets of 10 Reps (10×10)
  • Limited Exercises Per Workout
  • Short Rest Periods
  • Progressive Overload

Benefits of German Volume Training

  • Muscle Hypertrophy
  • Increased Muscular Endurance
  • Efficient Workouts
  • Mental Toughness
  • Strength Gains

Weekly GVT Training Split

GVT is usually performed 4-5 days per week

Day 1: Chest & Back

  • Exercise 1: Barbell Bench Press
  • Exercise 2: Pull-Ups
  • Accessory Exercise: Incline Dumbbell Press
  • Accessory Exercise: Seated Cable Rows

Day 2: Legs & Abs

  • Exercise 1: Barbell Squat
  • Exercise 2: Romanian Deadlift
  • Accessory Exercise: Leg Press
  • Accessory Exercise: Hanging Leg Raises

Day 3: Rest or Active Recovery

Day 4: Arms & Shoulders

  • Exercise 1: Barbell Overhead Press
  • Exercise 2: Barbell Bicep Curls
  • Accessory Exercise: Tricep Dips
  • Accessory Exercise: Dumbbell Lateral Raises

Day 5: Back & Chest (Variation)

  • Exercise 1: Barbell Row
  • Exercise 2: Dumbbell Chest Press
  • Accessory Exercise: Lat Pulldown
  • Accessory Exercise: Cable Chest Flys

Day 6: Legs (Variation)

  • Exercise 1: Leg Press
  • Exercise 2: Deadlift
  • Accessory Exercise: Walking Lunges
  • Accessory Exercise: Cable Crunches

Day 7: Rest

Exercise Selection for GVT

compound, multi-joint exercises

Step-by-Step Guide to German Volume Training

  • Choose the Right Weight60% of your 1-rep max
  • Perform 10 Sets of 10 Reps
  • Rest 60-90 Seconds
  • Use Progressive Overload5% in the next session
  • Incorporate Accessory Work8-12 rep range

Recommended Reps, Sets, and Rest

  • Main Exercise
  • Accessory Exercises
  • Rest Period
  • Training Frequency

Pro Tips for Success with GVT

  • Focus on Form
  • Start with Conservative Weights
  • Nutrition and Recovery
  • Progressive Overload
  • Mental Toughness

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Choosing Too Heavy a Weight
  • Rushing Through Sets
  • Neglecting Recovery
  • Skipping Warm-Up

German Volume Training (GVT)

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