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5/3/1 main lifts + 2 set method for accessories
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5/3/1 main lifts + 2 set method for accessories

Simple strength

Kaloyan K.
Kaloyan K.· Dec 2025
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
3 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
80 min
Simply progress main lifts + build some muscle

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 4 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Upper Back
13%
Triceps
10.5%
Abs
9.5%
Front Delts
9.3%
Lats
8.7%
Hamstrings
8.3%
Glutes
8.3%
Quadriceps
8%
Biceps
6.2%
Middle Delts
5.6%
Chest
4.3%
Lower Back
2.8%
Adductors
2.5%
Rear Delts
1.9%
Forearms
1.2%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Overhead Press (Barbell)15 reps85%
15 reps75%
15 reps65%
2Pull-Up (Weighted)15 reps85%
15 reps75%
15 reps65%
Superset
3ADip (Weighted)26–8 reps—
3BChest Supported Row (Dumbbell)28–10 reps—
Superset
4ASeated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell)210–12 reps—
4BChin-Up (Bodyweight)2AMRAP—
Superset
5ATricep Extension (Cable)18–12 reps—
5BHammer Curl (Dumbbell)28–12 reps—
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Squat (Barbell)15 reps85%
15 reps75%
15 reps65%
2Good Morning36–8 reps—
3Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)28–10 reps—
Superset
4AShrug (Barbell)28–12 reps—
4BRear Delt Fly (Dumbbell)210–15 reps—
5Ab Wheel310–15 reps—
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Incline Bench Press (Barbell)15 reps85%
15 reps75%
15 reps65%
2Bent Over Row (Barbell)15 reps85%
15 reps75%
15 reps65%
Superset
3AStanding Behind Neck Shoulder Press (Barbell)28–10 reps—
3BPull-Up (Neutral Grip, Weighted)28–10 reps—
Superset
4AInverted Row2AMRAP—
4BDip (Bodyweight)28–12 reps—
Superset
5AReverse Bicep Curl (EZ Bar)28–12 reps—
5BTricep Rope Push Down (Cable)28–12 reps—
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)15 reps85%
15 reps75%
15 reps65%
2Zercher Squat (Barbell)36–8 reps—
3Lunge (Dumbbell)210–12 reps—
Superset
4AShrug (Dumbbell)210–15 reps—
4BLateral Raise (Dumbbell)28–12 reps—
5Landmine Oblique Twist38–12 reps—
6Knee Raise (Captain's Chair)2AMRAP—

Weeks 2–3 are in the app

Download Boostcamp to follow the full program with built-in coaching notes.

Common questions

Yes, 5/3/1 main lifts + 2 set method for accessories is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 3 weeks are fully unlocked.

This program is built around a full gym. Make sure you have consistent access before starting, since the progression model assumes you can perform the same movements week over week.

Each session typically takes around 80 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.

5/3/1 main lifts + 2 set method for accessories is structured around 4 training days per week, with rest days built in to allow for recovery. The Boostcamp app lets you reschedule sessions if your week doesn't go to plan.

The program runs for 3 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

5/3/1 main lifts + 2 set method for accessories is available inside the Boostcamp app, free on iOS and Android. Once you download the app, you can search for the program by name. The app tracks all your sets and weights automatically, so you always know exactly what to do next session.

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