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The Squat Plug Program
Intermediate–AdvancedPaid

The Squat Plug Program

Squat focused program to help plug your leg weakness.

Matt Vena
Matt Vena· Jan 2026
100athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
14 weeks
Days / week
3 days
Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Goal
Strength
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
45 min

This program is a heavy squat focused program, meant for those who are focused on this lift. While you can do upper body work around it, make sure any other lower body work is minimized.

Who it's for

Athletes at the Intermediate–Advanced level
Athletes focused on maximal strength
Athletes who can train 3 days per week
Athletes who train in a garage gym (barbell, rack, and basic free weights)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Quadriceps
25%
Glutes
25%
Hamstrings
25%
Adductors
12.5%
Abs
12.5%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)32 reps78%
2Squat (Paused)32 reps73%*
* 1RM of Squat (Barbell)
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)34 reps73%
2Tempo Squat (Barbell)32 reps69%*
* 1RM of Squat (Barbell)
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)36 reps68%

Weeks 2–14 are in the app

Purchase the full program inside the Boostcamp app to unlock all weeks with auto-progression and coaching notes.

The coach

Matt Vena

Champion Powerlifter, Coach, YouTuber (110K+ Subs)

Matt Vena is a Canadian powerlifting champion and coach. He runs a popular YouTube channel with over 115,000 subscribers where he talks about powerlifting programming, fitness advice, and human anatomy.

Common questions

The Squat Plug Program is a paid program available inside the Boostcamp app. You can browse the full week 1 schedule here for free, then purchase inside the app to unlock all 14 weeks with auto-progression and coaching notes included.

This program is built around a garage gym. Make sure you have consistent access before starting, since the progression model assumes you can perform the same movements week over week. If you're missing something, the Boostcamp app includes substitution suggestions inside each workout.

Each session typically takes around 45 minutes to complete. That estimate covers your working sets but doesn't account for warm-up or rest between sets, so budget a little extra time when you're first learning the movements. As you get familiar with the program, sessions tend to move faster.

The Squat Plug Program is structured around 3 training days per week, with rest days built in to allow for recovery. Consistent rest is as important as the training itself. Skipping rest days can stall your progress. The app lets you reschedule sessions if your week doesn't go to plan.

The program runs for 14 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go. Many athletes choose to repeat the program after finishing, either at a higher starting weight or with a different variation.

The Squat Plug Program is available inside the Boostcamp app, free on iOS and Android. Once you download the app, you can search for the program by name or find it on the coach's profile. The app tracks all your sets and weights automatically, so you always know exactly what to do next session.

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