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Just Send It: The Anti-Optimal Sam Sulek Split
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Just Send It: The Anti-Optimal Sam Sulek Split

A no-nonsense Sam Sulek-inspired split built for lifters who want size without overcomplicating training.

Jon Bon Giorno, PhD
Jon Bon Giorno, PhD· Aug 2025
20athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
8 weeks
Days / week
5 days
Level
Intermediate, Advanced, Beginner
Goal
Athletics, Muscle, Women's, Strength
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
60 min
This program is designed for lifters who are tired of chasing the “optimal” nerd boy science plan and just want to get in the gym, train hard, and grow. It’s a classic 5 day split focused on the classic recipe: pushing compound lifts and chasing the pump with higher-volume accessories. If you stay consistent, push sets close to failure, and progress when you can, this program will build muscle—no confusing spreadsheets, no lengthened partials with overloaded eccentrics, just solid training. How to Run This Program: Progression: When you hit the top of a rep range with good form, increase the weight next time. Intensity: Push compounds close to failure (1–2 reps in the tank), and take accessory lifts to near-failure. Rest: Rest 2–3 minutes on big lifts, 60–90 seconds on accessories. Mindset: Don’t overcomplicate it. Stick to the basics, train hard, and let consistency build size. Why Choose This Program? Because you don’t need a PhD to build muscle—you need a plan that actually gets results. Just Send It cuts out the overthinking and gives you a proven split that hits every muscle hard, balances heavy lifts with pump work, and keeps training simple and effective. If you want a program that’s fun to follow, easy to run, and delivers real size gains, this is it.

Who it's for

Athletes of all experience levels
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 5 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Triceps
14%
Biceps
11.9%
Front Delts
11.6%
Upper Back
11.4%
Chest
7.9%
Lats
6.5%
Middle Delts
6.3%
Hamstrings
5.8%
Quadriceps
5.1%
Forearms
4.7%
Glutes
4.4%
Rear Delts
3%
Abs
2.6%
Calves
2.3%
Adductors
1.6%
Abductors
0.9%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Bench Press (Barbell)46–8 reps
2Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)48–12 reps
3Chest Fly (Cable)312–15 reps
4Skull Crusher (Barbell)310–12 reps
5Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)312–15 reps
6Push Up2AMRAP
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Bent Over Row (Barbell)48–10 reps
2Pull-Up (Weighted)4AMRAP
3Lat Pulldown310–12 reps
4Seated Row (Cable)310–12 reps
5Bicep Curl (Barbell)48–12 reps
6Hammer Curl (Dumbbell)310–12 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Overhead Press (Barbell)46–8 reps
2Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)512–15 reps
3Upright Row (Barbell)38–10 reps
4Rear Delt Fly (Dumbbell)412–15 reps
5Shrug (Dumbbell)412–15 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Squat (Barbell)46–8 reps
2Leg Press410–12 reps
3Walking Lunge (Dumbbell)310–12 reps
4Leg Curl312–15 reps
5Standing Calf Raise515–20 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Bicep Curl (Barbell)48–10 reps
2Incline Curl (Dumbbell)310–12 reps
3Bench Press (Close Grip)46–8 reps
4Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)310–12 reps
5Preacher Curl (Barbell)312–15 reps
6Tricep Pushdown (Cable)312–15 reps

Weeks 2–8 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, Just Send It: The Anti-Optimal Sam Sulek Split is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 8 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.

Just Send It: The Anti-Optimal Sam Sulek Split 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 8 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Just Send It: The Anti-Optimal Sam Sulek Split 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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