Hatch Squat Program
Hatch Squat Program is a 3-day olympic weightlifting training approach focused on squat strength. Use this page to understand the training style and organize your workouts in Gym Log.
What is the Hatch Squat Program?
Hatch Squat Program is a 3-day olympic weightlifting training approach focused on squat strength. Use this page to understand the training style and organize your workouts in Gym Log. 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
- Back Squat — prescribed percentage work
- Power Clean — technical work
- Front Squat — prescribed work
- Accessory posterior chain
The Hatch Squat cycle is a squat-focused Olympic-lifting-oriented program; use the original schedule for exact percentages.
- Back Squat — prescribed percentage work
- Clean Pull — prescribed work
- Front Squat — prescribed work
- Upper-back accessory
Keep the squat work at the planned intensity rather than adding extra max attempts.
- Back Squat — prescribed percentage work
- Power Clean or Clean — technical work
- Front Squat — prescribed work
- Core
The defining feature is frequent squat exposure alongside Olympic-lift movements.
How to use it
- Technical lifts
- Strength development
- Squat or pull variations
- Manage recovery
Who it is for
People seeking a structured olympic weightlifting routine with a clear weekly schedule.
Goal
Squat strength
Progression
The Hatch Squat cycle uses frequent squat training with planned percentage changes and Olympic-lifting movements. Follow the original cycle for exact week-by-week loading.
Accuracy note
High-level representation of the Hatch Squat program; exact percentages and exercise order are intentionally not reproduced.
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 Hatch Squat Program
How many days per week is the Hatch Squat Program?
This Gym Log listing is organized as a 3-day-per-week program.
Who is the Hatch Squat Program for?
People seeking a structured olympic weightlifting routine with a clear weekly schedule.
Can I track the Hatch Squat 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.