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Operator - Tactical Barbell
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Operator - Tactical Barbell

Strength training for operational athletes.

Victor T.
Victor T.· Aug 2024
273athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
6 weeks
Days / week
3 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Athletics, Strength
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
40 min
The aim is to develop strength, without sacrificing the energy necessary to work on other attributes. This training template is supposed to be used with heavy conditioning work on the side. See Tactical Barbell I and II for further instructions regarding conditioning and ways to customize this program to your needs. Sets can range from 3-5, depending on how much you can handle. (For Deadlifts stay between 1-3 sets) Rest periods should be 2 minutes minimum between sets. Sessions should be run on non-consecutive days. Example: Monday/Wednesday/Friday. If the percentages feel too difficult, you may use a 90% Training Max. After the 6 weeks, you can either test your new 1RMs, Force Progression or use variations of the main movements.

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on maximal 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
16.5%
Glutes
14.6%
Chest
11.3%
Abs
9.3%
Hamstrings
9%
Lats
7.5%
Triceps
6.8%
Upper Back
6%
Lower Back
5.3%
Front Delts
5.3%
Adductors
4.5%
Biceps
3%
Forearms
1%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)35 reps70%
2Squat (Barbell)35 reps70%
3Pull-Up (Weighted)35 reps70%
4Kettlebell Swing325 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)35 reps70%
2Squat (Barbell)35 reps70%
3Pull-Up (Weighted)35 reps70%
4Suitcase Carry250–150 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)35 reps70%
2Squat (Barbell)35 reps70%
3Deadlift (Barbell)35 reps70%
Superset
4APlank330–60 sec
4BReverse Hyperextension330–60 min

Weeks 2–6 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, Operator - Tactical Barbell is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 6 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.

Operator - Tactical Barbell 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 6 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Operator - Tactical Barbell 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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