i dont think u need to take a week off every phase 1 or 3,shouldnt u just proceed on?and if u read vjb it actually says the moderation of the program,ill even copy and paste it just for you.

Frequency - If used on it's own then the frequency should be 3 times per week on non-consecutive days (Mon, Wed, Fri. or Tues, Thurs, Sat) for the 1st two weeks of each phase - during the 3rd week skip the 3rd workout and test on that day. Phase IV should be performed 2 times weekly for the duration of the phase with at least 3 days betweek workouts.

If used in conjunction with any other strength-training program the frequency should be reduced to 2 times per week throughout the entire program.

ther.hope that helped