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The Bodybuilding Transformation System
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The Bodybuilding Transformation System

I had to come up with a program to gain as much muscle as humanly possible in 365 days. This is that program.

Charles B.
Charles B.· Jul 2025
5athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
12 weeks
Days / week
5 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Muscle, Women's
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
60 min
The program is divided into two progressive training blocks: Foundation Block (Weeks 1 to 5): Establishes consistency and training volume. Ramping Block (Weeks 6 to 12): Increases volume and introduces new movements. Optimized Training Split A unique 5-day hybrid Upper/Lower/Pull/Push/Legs split that includes plenty of exercise variety and gradual volume escalation. Failure Training Failure training is emphasized like never before. In the Intermediate-Advanced program, the last set of every exercise will be taken to failure. It’s tough, but it works!

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on building muscle size
Athletes who can train 5 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Upper Back
9.8%
Triceps
9.4%
Hamstrings
9.3%
Quadriceps
9%
Front Delts
8.5%
Biceps
7.7%
Lats
7.4%
Chest
7%
Glutes
6.8%
Middle Delts
5.6%
Abs
5.6%
Calves
3.2%
Rear Delts
3%
Adductors
2.3%
Lower Back
2.2%
Abductors
1.9%
Forearms
1.5%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Incline Bench Press (Barbell)26–8 reps@7–8
2Cable Crossover28–10 reps@8–9
3Wide Grip Pull-Up28–10 reps@7–8
4One Arm Lateral Raise (Cable)28–10 reps@8–9
5Pendlay Row26–8 reps@8–9
6Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)28–10 reps@8–9
7Bayesian Curl28–10 reps@8–9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Lying Leg Curl28–10 reps@8–9
2Squat (Smith Machine)26–8 reps@7–8
3Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)26–8 reps@7–8
4Leg Extension28–10 reps@8–9
5Standing Calf Raise26–8 reps@8–9
6Cable Crunch28–10 reps@8–9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Lat Pulldown (Neutral Grip)28–10 reps@7–8
2Chest Supported Row (Machine)28–10 reps@7–8
3Seated Row (Cable)210–12 reps@8–9
4Single Arm Rear Delt Cable Fly210–12 reps@8–9
5Shrug (Dumbbell)210–12 reps@8–9
6Bicep Curl (Cable)210–12 reps@8–9
7Preacher Curl (EZ Bar)112–15 reps@8–9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)28–10 reps@7–8
2Shoulder Press (Machine)28–10 reps@7–8
3Chest Fly (Cable)28–10 reps@8–9
4One Arm Lateral Raise (Cable)210–12 reps@8–9
5Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)210–12 reps@8–9
6Tricep Extension Cable Kickbacks112–15 reps@8–9
7Hanging Leg Raise210–20 reps@8–9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Leg Press28–10 reps@7–8
2Leg Curl210–12 reps@8–9
3Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)28–10 reps@7–8
4Leg Extension210–12 reps@8–9
5Hip Adductor (Machine)210–12 reps@8–9
6Hip Abductor (Machine)210–12 reps@8–9
7Standing Calf Raise210–12 reps@8–9

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, The Bodybuilding Transformation System 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 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.

The Bodybuilding Transformation System 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.

The Bodybuilding Transformation System 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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