Geoffrey Verity Schofield

The Wayjacked Machine is a scientifically-backed program designed by Geoffrey Verity Schofield for new lifters aiming to build serious muscle while training smart. This 4-day upper/lower split strikes the perfect balance between intensity, volume, and recovery, ensuring that you progress efficiently without burning out. Each workout combines heavy compound lifts to build strength and isolation movements to target those stubborn muscle groups, all while keeping it fun and dynamic.The program emphasizes going hard on your sets (with 0 RIR on most lifts) while keeping things manageable by limiting extra volume—yes, even if you’re tempted to throw in every Instagram-worthy exercise you’ve seen. Rest assured, you’ll still have room to sneak in that favorite curl or lateral raise variation if you absolutely must (just don’t tell Geoff).Whether you're chasing the dream of filling out your t-shirts or building a solid foundation for your lifting journey, this program is your ticket to the "Wayjacked" lifestyle. Stick to it, eat enough, and sleep like a champion. Results are waiting for those who commit. Coach Notes: If you REALLY want to, you can add ONE movement per day as long as it’s not too taxing (like a deadlift or a squat or some other very heavy taxing compound movment). For example, if you really like leg extensions, toss a set or two on the leg day, or if you saw a new triceps variation you like, you can toss that in for a couple of sets on the arm day after the other work. You’re going to do this anyway if you’re starting out, consuming a lot of fitness content, so I might as well sign off on it, JUST DON’T OVERDO IT! Taking everything to 0 RIR, with the exception of barbell bench, RDLs, high bar squats and leg press. In that case, keeping a rep in the tank is OK if you’re not really sure if you’ll get the next rep. If you fail the occasional rep on other movements, that’s fine. Look to add weight over time, whenever you are bumping up against the top of the rep range. This can be for one or both sets, whatever weight is challenging and gets you in the right rep range. Resist the urge to do more; if you are eating enough, sleeping enough, training hard enough with reasonable form you’ll be able to progress very well on this! Can do some cardio on the days off, or on the upper days at the end if you prefer to consolidate. Low or high intensity intervals are both OK, if the latter be careful doing them on the day before a lower body workout as that can impact performance, especially if it’s running/sprinting.

The Wayjacked Machine

The MASS IMPACT workout program, crafted by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/coaches/geoffrey-schofield">Geoffrey Verity Schofield</a> and available on the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/">Boostcamp app</a>, is a 12-week <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/best-bodybuilding-training-programs">bodybuilding</a> regimen designed to accelerate muscle growth by focusing on key muscle groups that significantly enhance physical aesthetics.Program Overview<ul><li>Duration: 12 weeks</li><li>Frequency: 5 days per week</li><li>Workout Length: Approximately 60 minutes per session</li><li>Experience Level: Suitable for novice, intermediate, and advanced lifters</li><li>Equipment Required: Access to a full gym</li></ul>Targeted Muscle Groups:MASS IMPACT emphasizes the development of:<ul><li>Mid Back: Exercises designed to build thickness and width of the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/best-back-exercises-size-strength">back muscles</a>.</li><li>Shoulders (Deltoids): Movements targeting all three heads for broader <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/best-shoulder-exercises-strength-size">shoulders</a>.</li><li>Arms: High-<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/high-intensity-vs-high-volume-training">volume</a> workouts aimed at increasing bicep and tricep size.</li><li>Upper Chest: Focused exercises to enhance upper chest fullness.</li></ul>Training Structure:The program employs a Pull/Push/Legs/Pull/Push (PPLPP) split, ensuring balanced development and adequate <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/importance-of-recovery-after-training">recovery</a>. Each workout combines <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/compound-vs-isolation-exercises">compound lifts</a> with isolation exercises to maximize muscle recruitment and growth.Progression and Periodization:MASS IMPACT incorporates month-by-month periodization, adjusting intensity and volume to promote continuous progress and prevent plateaus. Detailed notes on each movement guide proper form and technique.

Muscle growth is a slow process, one that demands consistency, hard work and determination. That’s what I’ve heard a thousand times, and it’s mostly right. You DO need all of those things. However, there are definitely ways of speeding up that process at least slightly. Furthermore, we can focus on the musculature that provides the most bang for your aesthetic buck. No, that’s not calves. Or the sartorius. You don’t even know what that is, do you? It’s OK, I’m not into astrology either.I’m talking about a mid back so thick you could bury your fist in it, delts that provide shade for nearby pedestrians, arms that could be confused for legs and an upper chest that provides a nice shelf for beverages on a hot day. Now THAT is functional training. This ain’t your grandaddy’s hypertrophy plan, unless your grandaddy is an absolute savage who has a PhD in badassery. The idea is to be confused for a human meatball by the end of things.Welcome...to Mass Impact.

MASS IMPACT

This 12-week program is crafted for former <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/best-free-powerlifting-programs-of-2024">powerlifters</a> looking to transition into <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/ravage-hypertrophy-program">hypertrophy-focused</a> training while addressing underdeveloped muscle groups. The structured 5-day split alternates upper and lower body sessions, with a dedicated "Bro Day" for <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/arm-workouts-for-powerlifters">arms</a> and delts to maximize balance and aesthetic development. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/best-cardio-for-powerlifters">Cardio</a> on rest days enhances <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/importance-of-recovery-after-training">recovery</a> and overall fitness, an essential shift for lifters moving away from powerlifting's heavy demands.Program Highlights To cater to individual goals and preferences, the program offers two options for main lifts:<ul><li>Option 1: Ideal for those who want to maintain some connection to powerlifting, this variation allows lifters to keep one toe in the water, preserving familiarity with the core <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/compound-vs-isolation-exercises">barbell lifts</a> while taking a short break.</li><li>Option 2: Designed for those feeling entirely burnt out by powerlifting, this variation replaces the main barbell lifts with alternative exercises to provide a refreshing change and prevent burnout.</li></ul>What You'll Gain<ul><li>Develop undertrained muscle groups for a balanced, aesthetic physique.</li><li>Learn hypertrophy-focused training principles.</li><li>Take a strategic break from powerlifting while maintaining or rebuilding motivation.</li></ul>Program Details<ul><li>Level: Suitable for Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced lifters.</li><li>Equipment: Full gym access required.</li><li>Time Per Workout: Approximately 60 minutes.</li><li>Program Length: 12 weeks.</li><li>Days Per Week: 5 training days.</li><li>Default Schedule:<ul><li>Monday: Upper 1</li><li>Tuesday: Lower 1</li><li>Thursday: Upper 2</li><li>Friday: Lower 2</li><li>Saturday: Arms/Delts ("Bro Day")</li></ul></li></ul>Cardio on Off Days Rest days aren’t for complete inactivity—cardio is encouraged to enhance recovery and improve overall conditioning, which is especially beneficial for lifters transitioning from a powerlifting background.1 Rep Max Notes Adopt a conservative approach to ensure the focus remains on hypertrophy and recovery. Avoid maximal strength testing during this program to prevent overtraining and allow for consistent <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/how-long-to-see-progress-from-workouts">progress</a>.By following this plan, you'll achieve a well-rounded physique, gain valuable hypertrophy training knowledge, and enjoy a mental and physical break from the rigors of powerlifting. Whether you're considering a temporary hiatus or a permanent shift, this program adapts to your needs.

You’ll have to change your mindset entirely. Using your <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/does-strength-matter-for-muscle-gain">muscles</a> to move as much weight as possible vs using the weight to provide stimulus for the muscles to grow are very different things!Different options for main lifts: option 1 is for those who want to keep one toe in the water of the powerlifting world, perhaps taking a short break but returning to it later, whilst option 2 are for those who are entirely burnt out by powerlifting and just want to get away from the main barbell lifts.See below for recommended <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/best-workout-programs-2024">training program</a> outline.

Recovering Powerlifters

Geoff's Programming notes for RAMPAGE:<ul><li>If you care more about <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/best-chest-exercises-size">chest development</a> than <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/best-shoulder-exercises-strength-size">shoulders</a>, you can swap the 5th exercise of each day (Arnold Press/Seated Dumbbell Press/Klokov Press) for a horizonal press (referred to in my first book as “pushes”). If you care more about shoulder development than chest, you can swap the 1st exercise of each day (Incline Dumbbell Bench/Flat Dumbell Bench/Smith Machine Reverse Grip Bench) for another overhead movement. </li><li>Likewise, if you care more about thickness of the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/best-back-exercises-size-strength">back</a>, you can swap a vertical pull for a <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/best-row-variation">row</a>, whilst if you care more about width, can dump rows for vertical pulls. The decision is ultimately up to you. </li><li>Take the first week fairly easy just to find working weights (~3-4 RIR across the board). </li><li>You have 4 days off a week so you have plenty of time to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/importance-of-recovery-after-training">recover</a> and grow. That means you need to push the workout days hard!</li><li>Feel free to do cardio on your off days. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/best-cardio-for-powerlifters">Cardio</a> is optional and should be done at lower <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/high-intensity-vs-high-volume-training">intensity</a> so they do not interfere with your workouts. </li><li>Where it says “failure + partials” start with just taking your sets to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/training-to-failure">failure</a> (after the first week) and gradually incorporate some partial range of motion reps in later weeks as you progress. </li><li>Aim for a double progression, adding reps till you get to the top of the rep range, then adding weight, and repeating. Not all sets have to be with the same weight, you can do a single set with a heavier weight then drop the weight if fatigue necessitates that. </li><li>Can autoregulate sets, doing the higher side if you feel good, the lower side if life/tiredness/poor sleep show up. Start on the lower side. Don’t always do the higher side of sets, prioritize quality over quantity. </li><li>The program will work great as is, but feel free to evolve it over time when you run it subsequently by tweaking exercise selection or rep range. Observe what seems to produce the best results over time during and after each iteration.</li></ul>

Resurrecting Your Gains: Finding Your Muscle Growth Formula Ebook

RAMPAGE is an example program from Geoff Schofield's ebook: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.verityfit.com/product-page/resurrecting-your-gains-finding-your-muscle-growth-formula">Resurrecting Your Gains: Finding Your Muscle Growth Formula</a>.We strongly recommend reading the ebook to learn evidence-based principles for training and nutrition, as well as to get the most out of the RAMPAGE program. Audio-book is included.RAMPAGE is a 3X per week full body <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/ravage-hypertrophy-program">hypertrophy</a> program for novice and intermediate lifters.Recommended Schedule<ul><li>Monday - Full Body Day 1</li><li>Tuesday - Rest or Cardio</li><li>Wednesday - Full Body Day 2</li><li>Thursday - Rest or Cardio</li><li>Friday - Full Body Day 3</li><li>Saturday - Rest or Cardio</li><li>Sunday - Rest</li></ul>

RAMPAGE

Geoff's Programming notes for RAVAGE:Who is Ravage designed for?• RAVAGE is for intermediate level lifters to maximize <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/ravage-hypertrophy-program">hypertrophy</a> using a 6x/week split• I don’t recommend RAVAGE for beginners who don’t have 1-2 years of solid training already, probably better to only be in the gym <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/master-your-fitness-3-day-full-body-workout-guide">3-4 days a week</a> at that stage.How many sets per exercise?• 2-3 sets of something is probably the most common set range I write for custom plans. Start on the low side of that, and do the third set when you feel like you are <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/importance-of-recovery-after-training">recovering</a> well. Can always auto-regulate and go back down to 2 sets. If you’ve found you respond better to higher volumes in the past, 3-4 sets or even 3-5 might be viable especially for movements that are easier on the body.• Many exercises are done in <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/drop-set-super-set-giant-set-techniques-for-lifting">supersets</a>, which means you alternate between the two exercises. You can do these super-setted with minimal rest if you want, or rest between each movement. I prefer to rest to ensure set quality.How to progress on weights?• Use a double progression model whenever you can, that’ll be the simplest way. Double progression, also known as an "evolving rep range" is where instead of doing typical 5 sets of 5 reps, you might try to get 5 sets of 4-6 reps. When you can get six reps on all sets, you add the smallest amount of weight that you can, which should reduce the reps that you can get. Rinse and repeat.• You could use step loading for the smaller movements like lateral raises, or perhaps progress in range of motion on the chest supported row variations. This is where you stick with the same weight for longer than you really need to, before jumping up later.How to do "failure + partials" sets?• How to perform "<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/blogs/training-to-failure">failure</a> + partials" sets. The goal is to pick a weight where you'll fail a few reps before the rep target, and then do partial reps (attempting full range of motion but failing). For example, if a failure + partial set has a target 12-15 reps, find a weight that you can take to failure for 8-12 reps, then add 2-3 reps with as much range of motion as possible.

RAVAGE is an example program from Geoff Schofield's ebook: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.verityfit.com/product-page/resurrecting-your-gains-finding-your-muscle-growth-formula">Resurrecting Your Gains: Finding Your Muscle Growth Formula</a>.The team at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.boostcamp.app/">Boostcamp</a> strongly recommends reading the ebook to learn evidence-based principles for training and nutrition, as well as to get the most out of the RAVAGE program. Audio-book is included.RAVAGE is a 6X per week hypertrophy program for intermediate lifters. This is a toned down version of Geoff's own training routine that he's done for the past year to make massive gains.Recommended Schedule<ul><li>Monday - Legs</li><li>Tuesday - Torso</li><li>Wednesday - Bro Day</li><li>Thursday - Legs</li><li>Friday - Torso</li><li>Saturday - Bro Day</li><li>Sunday - Rest</li></ul>Read more below on the detailed program guide.

Geoffrey Verity Schofield

Overview

Programs (5)

The Wayjacked Machine

MASS IMPACT

Recovering Powerlifters

RAMPAGE

RAVAGE