Viktor's Minimalist 5x
Overview
Who it's for
Muscle engagement
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dip (Weighted) | 1 | 3–6 reps |
| 2 | 8–10 reps | ||
| 2 | Underhand Lat Pulldown | 2 | 6–10 reps |
| 3 | Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell) | 2 | 8–12 reps |
| 4 | Seated Row (Cable) | 3 | 8–12 reps |
| Superset | |||
| 5A | French Press | 2 | 8–12 reps |
| 5B | Hammer Curl | 2 | 8–12 reps |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calf Raise (Leg Press) | 2 | 8–12 reps |
| 2 | Squat (Barbell) | 1 | 3–6 reps |
| 2 | 8–10 reps | ||
| 3 | Seated Hamstring Curl | 2 | 10–12 reps |
| 4 | Hanging Leg Raise | 2 | 6–12 reps |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ring Push Up | 3 | 8–12 reps |
| 2 | Pike Push Up | 3 | 6–10 reps |
| 3 | Tricep Pushdown (Cable) | 3 | 8–12 reps |
| 4 | Narrow Push Up | 1 | AMRAP |
| 5 | Lateral Raise (Dumbbell) | 2 | 10–15 reps |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Standing Pullover (Cable) | 1 | 10–12 reps |
| 2 | Chin-Up (Weighted) | 3 | 6–8 reps |
| 3 | Pendlay Row | 2 | 8–10 reps |
| 4 | Bicep Curl (Barbell) | 2 | 8–12 reps |
| 5 | Reverse Pec Deck | 3 | 10–15 reps |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calf Raise (Leg Press) | 2 | 12–15 reps |
| 2 | Stiff Leg Deadlift | 2 | 8–12 reps |
| 3 | Leg Press | 3 | 6–10 reps |
| 4 | Leg Extension | 2 | 10–15 reps |
| 5 | Dragon Flag | 2 | 3–10 reps |
Weeks 2–12 are in the app
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Common questions
Yes, Viktor's Minimalist 5x 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 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 50 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.
Viktor's Minimalist 5x 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 12 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.
Viktor's Minimalist 5x 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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