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5/3/1 - Aesthetic Physique Enthusiast
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5/3/1 - Aesthetic Physique Enthusiast

L J.
L J.· Nov 2024
1athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
3 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
60 min
This is a Strength & Hypertrophy Transformation program that is basically 5/3/1 with specific assistance and structure. *DO NOT USE A TRUE 1 REP MAX - USE A 90% TRAINING MAX* 85% if you're more of an intermediate to advanced lifter. Unfortunately, Boostcamp doesn't allow us to program this yet(?) I wrote this program to do a physique transformation. I lost 20lbs and got stronger. Day 1 - Chest, Biceps & some Back Day 2 - Legs Day 3 - Shoulders, Chest & Triceps Day 4 - "Pull Day" Deadlift, Back & Biceps Cardio is to be done after each session - 20 mins minimal and then "harder" conditioning is optional on between days as active recovery. Something in the 7/10 range of intensity; work according to your current capacity. When actively trying to lose weight you only have so much capacity per day. Don't burn yourself out by doing too much, just look to increase activity and maintain fitness levels.

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
Front Delts
12.9%
Middle Delts
9.6%
Triceps
9.3%
Upper Back
9.1%
Chest
8.4%
Hamstrings
8.4%
Glutes
7.8%
Quadriceps
7.6%
Biceps
6.2%
Abs
6%
Lats
5.3%
Rear Delts
2.9%
Lower Back
2.7%
Forearms
2%
Adductors
1.8%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)15 reps65%
15 reps75%
2Bench Press (Barbell)1AMRAP85%
3Bench Press (Barbell)310 reps65%
4Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)36–10 reps@8–9
5Chest Fly (Cable)510–20 reps@9–10
6Lat Pulldown (Neutral Grip)36–10 reps@8–9
7Lateral Raise (Cable)510–20 reps@9–10
8Preacher Curl (Dumbbell)310–20 reps@9–10
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)15 reps65%
15 reps75%
2Squat (Barbell)1AMRAP85%
3Squat (Barbell)310 reps65%
4Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)36–10 reps@8–9
5Lunge (Dumbbell)210–20 reps@8–9
6Hamstring Curl310–20 reps@9–10
7Suitcase Carry31 rep@8
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Overhead Press (Barbell)15 reps65%
15 reps75%
2Overhead Press (Barbell)1AMRAP85%
3Overhead Press (Barbell)310 reps65%
4Upright Row (Cable)410–20 reps@8–9
5Lateral Raise (Cable)510–20 reps@8–9
6Chest Fly (Cable)510–20 reps@9–10
7Skull Crusher (Dumbbell)310–15 reps@8–9
8Face Pull310–15 reps@8–9
9Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)38–12 reps@8–9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)15 reps65%
15 reps75%
2Deadlift (Barbell)1AMRAP85%
3Deadlift (Barbell)310 reps65%
4Lat Pulldown36–10 reps@8–9
5Chest Supported Row (Machine)38–12 reps@8–9
6Lat Pulldown (Single Arm)310–15 reps@9–10
7Alternating Dumbbell Curl310–20 reps@8–9
8Hammer Curl310–20 reps@9–10

Weeks 2–3 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 - Aesthetic Physique Enthusiast 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 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 - Aesthetic Physique Enthusiast 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 - Aesthetic Physique Enthusiast 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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