Post Top Surgery Phase 1
Strength training built for those who have just had top surgery. Full body with a focus on chest. Lower weights with higher reps in phase 1.
Overview
Who it's for
Muscle engagement
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superset | ||||
| 1A | Chest Fly (Dumbbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| 1B | Bicep Curl (Dumbbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| 1C | Skull Crusher (Dumbbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| Superset | ||||
| 2A | Pec Fly (Dumbbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| 2B | Incline Curl (Dumbbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| 2C | Overhead Extension (Dumbbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| Superset | ||||
| 3A | Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| 3B | Hammer Curl (Dumbbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| 3C | Incline Tricep Extension (Dumbbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superset | ||||
| 1A | Glute Bridge (Bodyweight) | 1 | 20 reps | @6 |
| 1 | 15 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 10 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 5 reps | @6 | ||
| 1B | Abs Crunch (Bodyweight) | 1 | 20 reps | @6 |
| 1 | 15 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 10 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 5 reps | @6 | ||
| 1C | Russian Twist | 1 | 20 reps | @6 |
| 1 | 15 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 10 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 5 reps | @6 | ||
| 1D | Superman | 1 | 20 reps | @6 |
| 1 | 15 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 10 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 5 reps | @6 | ||
| 1E | Reverse Abs Crunch (Bodyweight) | 1 | 20 reps | @6 |
| 1 | 15 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 10 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 5 reps | @6 | ||
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superset | ||||
| 1A | Glute Bridge (Bodyweight) | 1 | 20 reps | @6 |
| 1 | 15 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 10 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 5 reps | @6 | ||
| 1B | Abs Crunch (Bodyweight) | 1 | 20 reps | @6 |
| 1 | 15 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 10 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 5 reps | @6 | ||
| 1C | Russian Twist | 1 | 20 reps | @6 |
| 1 | 15 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 10 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 5 reps | @6 | ||
| 1D | Superman | 1 | 20 reps | @6 |
| 1 | 15 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 10 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 5 reps | @6 | ||
| 1E | Reverse Abs Crunch (Bodyweight) | 1 | 20 reps | @6 |
| 1 | 15 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 10 reps | @6 | ||
| 1 | 5 reps | @6 | ||
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superset | ||||
| 1A | Leg Press | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| 1B | Calf Raise (Machine) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| 1C | Goblet Squat | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| 1D | Walking Lunge | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superset | ||||
| 1A | Cable Crossover | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| 1B | Front Raise | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| 1C | Lat Pulldown | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| Superset | ||||
| 2A | Pullover (Dumbbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| 2B | Arnold Press | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| 2C | Face Pull | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| Superset | ||||
| 3A | Incline Fly Press (Dumbbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| 3B | Lateral Raise (Dumbbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
| 3C | Deadlift (Dumbbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @8.5 |
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, Post Top Surgery Phase 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 4 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 40 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.
Post Top Surgery Phase 1 is structured around 5 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.
Post Top Surgery Phase 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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