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Master Chief's Tactical Barbell - Operator (1)
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Master Chief's Tactical Barbell - Operator (1)

Thomas C.
Thomas C.· Jun 2025
2athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
12 weeks
Days / week
3 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Muscle, Strength, Athletics
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
60 min
Develop a good strength foundation without burnout and to surpass strength plateaus. Pair with cardio and skill activities. Note: Intensity % is the % of your TM (Training Max). Your 1RTM is 90% of your 1RM. Personal 1RM before starting: -Incline Bench: 185 lb -Weighted Pull-Up: 50 lb -Bulgarian Split Squat: 230 lb -Deadlift (Sumo): 370 lb Personal 1RTM before starting: -Incline Bench: 166.5 lb -Weighted Pull-Up: 45 lb -Bulgarian Split Squat: 207 lb -Deadlift (Sumo): 333 lb

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on gaining both size and 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
11.1%
Glutes
11.1%
Hamstrings
11.1%
Lats
11.1%
Upper Back
11.1%
Chest
11.1%
Front Delts
11.1%
Triceps
11.1%
Biceps
5.5%
Lower Back
2.8%
Abs
2.8%
Other
0.1%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bulgarian Split Squat (Barbell)35 reps85%
2Pull-Up (Weighted)35 reps85%
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Incline Bench Press (Barbell)35 reps85%
2Deadlift (Barbell)35 reps85%
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Incline Bench Press (Barbell)35 reps85%
2Pull-Up (Weighted)35 reps85%

Weeks 2–12 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, Master Chief's Tactical Barbell - Operator (1) is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 12 weeks are fully unlocked.

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.

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.

Master Chief's Tactical Barbell - Operator (1) is structured around 3 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 12 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Master Chief's Tactical Barbell - Operator (1) 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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