- Squat, bench, and deadlift estimated 1RMs are tracked over time from your Hevy data. The AI spots when a lift is stalling or trending up.
- Accessory work volume is tracked by muscle group to make sure your weak points get enough attention.
- A 2018 study in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research found that autoregulated training (adjusting load based on daily readiness) produced similar or better strength gains than fixed percentage programs. Recovery data makes autoregulation possible.
- Meet peaking is timed using your training data and recovery trends, not a generic template.
AI Powerlifting Coach
Track your squat, bench, and deadlift progression with an AI coach that knows when to push for PRs and when to back off based on your actual training data and recovery.
What you get
SBD progression tracking
Estimated 1RMs for your three competition lifts are calculated from every training session and tracked over time. The AI catches when a lift is stalling and suggests programming changes specific to that lift.
Accessory volume management
The AI tracks sets per muscle group from your accessory work. If your bench is stalling and your triceps are only getting 4 sets per week, it connects those dots and suggests more triceps volume.
RPE-based autoregulation support
If you train with RPE, the AI uses your reported effort alongside your actual numbers to detect when you're fatiguing beyond what the program calls for. Recovery data from WHOOP or Oura adds an objective layer to RPE-based decisions.
Meet peaking
If you compete, the AI structures your peaking cycle using your recent training data and recovery trends. It manages the volume reduction and intensity increase to have you at your strongest on meet day.
Questions
How does AI powerlifting coaching work?+
Connect Hevy for your training data. The AI tracks your competition lifts and accessories, monitors 1RM trends, and manages training load. Add WHOOP or Oura for recovery-based deload timing and daily readiness assessments.
Can it help me peak for a meet?+
Yes. It structures your peaking cycle based on your recent training data, strength trends, and recovery patterns. Volume decreases and intensity increases are timed to your specific physiology, not a generic 4-week taper template.
Does it support RPE-based training?+
Yes. If you report RPE in your Hevy logs or conversations, the AI uses it alongside your actual numbers. When your RPE at a given weight climbs over time, it flags increasing fatigue.
What if my deadlift is stalling but squat is progressing?+
The AI treats each lift independently. If your deadlift stalls, it looks at your training frequency, volume, accessory work for the posterior chain, and recovery patterns. It might suggest more hip hinge accessories, a different deadlift variation, or a brief overload cycle.
Can I combine powerlifting with cardio?+
Yes. Connect Strava for your cardio work. The AI manages the balance so cardio supports your recovery (low-intensity work can actually help) without undermining your strength gains. It spaces hard cardio away from heavy lifting days.
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