Step Loading
A principle I first leaned from Alex Bromley and is a fantastic method for consistent strength gains. It requires patience but without a doubt is an excellent tool. In simple terms step loading is a method of blocking training where you do not exceed a set intensity but increase repetitions/volume at that intensity from one week to the next. Once that block completes (say three weeks) the next block begins at a higher intensity but lower initial volume and the process repeats. This allows for one to “master” a specific weight or intensity while building volume before increasing intensity.
Example
Block 1
5x3 at 70%
5x4 at 70%
5x5 at 70%
Block 2
5x3 at 80%
5x4 at 80%
5x5 at 80%
I will leave it there and reference you to check out Alex Bromley for deeper investigation into step loading.