Boostcamp logo
BoostcampPNG
5/3/1 BigBody
Intermediate–AdvancedFree

5/3/1 BigBody

Jesse D.
Jesse D.· Jun 2024
15athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
4 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Goal
Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
60 min
My take on the original 5/3/1 however it will not be boring, with more volume added!

Who it's for

Athletes at the Intermediate–Advanced level
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
Triceps
12.9%
Front Delts
12%
Upper Back
10.8%
Biceps
10.4%
Middle Delts
9.8%
Chest
8.5%
Lats
8.1%
Rear Delts
6.1%
Quadriceps
5.3%
Glutes
5.1%
Lower Back
4.1%
Hamstrings
4%
Forearms
1.4%
Abs
1%
Adductors
0.7%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Bench Press (Barbell)15 reps65%
15 reps75%
2Bench Press (Barbell)15+ reps85%
3Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)48–12 reps@9
4Standing Behind Neck Shoulder Press (Barbell)18–12 reps@9
38–12 reps@9
5Lu Raise48–12 reps@9
6Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)38–12 reps@9
7Hammer Curl38–12 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Deadlift (Barbell)15 reps65%
15 reps75%
2Deadlift (Barbell)15+ reps85%
3Dumbbell Row48–12 reps@9
4Leg Curl48–12 reps@9
5Lat Pulldown48–12 reps@9
6Back Extension310–30 reps@9
7Rear Delt Fly (Machine)310–15 reps@9
8Tricep Pushdown (Cable)38–12 reps@9
9Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)310–15 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Overhead Press (Barbell)15 reps65%
15 reps75%
2Overhead Press (Barbell)15+ reps85%
3Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)48–12 reps@9
4Pec Deck (Machine)48–12 reps@9
5Lu Raise48–12 reps@9
6Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)38–12 reps@9
7Hammer Curl38–12 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Squat (Barbell)15 reps65%
15 reps75%
2Squat (Barbell)15+ reps85%
3Dumbbell Row48–12 reps@9
4Leg Extension410–15 reps@9
5Lat Pulldown48–12 reps@9
6Back Extension310–30 reps@9
7Rear Delt Fly (Machine)310–15 reps@9
8Tricep Pushdown (Cable)38–12 reps@9
9Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)310–15 reps@9

Weeks 2–4 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, 5/3/1 BigBody is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 4 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 60 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 BigBody 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 4 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 BigBody 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.

Get started

Boostcamp app
11,000+ free programsStrength, hypertrophy, powerlifting and more, from elite coaches. All free.
Auto-progressionWeights and targets update automatically based on how you perform.
Coaching notesBuilt-in cues from the creator inside every workout session.
Progress trackingLog every set and see your strength gains over weeks and months.
Advanced analyticsTrack volume, intensity, and 1RM trends to see exactly how your training is evolving.
Free on iOS & Android