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Upper/Lower (2 Sets)
Intermediate–AdvancedFree

Upper/Lower (2 Sets)

Maximize Muscle & Strength with Minimal Time

David W.
David W.· Jul 2025
7athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
16 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Goal
Muscle
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
60 min
This 16-week program is designed for individuals looking to build significant muscle and strength with a highly efficient, lower-volume approach. Utilizing an Upper/Lower split, each muscle group is trained frequently across four dedicated lifting days per week. The core principle revolves around performing just two intense working sets per exercise to an RPE of 9, ensuring maximum stimulus for growth and adaptation while minimizing recovery demands and training time. This program is ideal for those seeking consistent progress without excessive time commitment, focusing on high-quality reps and progressive overload for sustainable results.

Who it's for

Athletes at the Intermediate–Advanced level
Athletes focused on building muscle size
Athletes who can train 4 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Triceps
11.3%
Upper Back
10%
Front Delts
8.6%
Hamstrings
8.6%
Quadriceps
8.6%
Abs
8.6%
Glutes
7.1%
Middle Delts
7.1%
Chest
5.8%
Biceps
5.7%
Lower Back
5.7%
Calves
5.7%
Lats
5.7%
Rear Delts
1.4%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)26–8 reps@9
2Chest Fly (Machine)26–8 reps@9
3Dip (Weighted)26–8 reps@9
4Lat Pulldown26–8 reps@9
5Chest Supported Row (Machine)26–8 reps@9
6Upright Row (Dumbbell)26–8 reps@9
7Lateral Raise (Cable)26–8 reps@9
8Bayesian Curl26–8 reps@9
9Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)26–8 reps@9
10Hammer Curl26–8 reps@9
11Kelso Shrug26–8 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)26–8 reps@9
2Hack Squat26–8 reps@9
3Leg Extension26–8 reps@9
4Lying Leg Curl26–8 reps@9
5Calf Raise (Leg Press)26–8 reps@9
6Seated Calf Raise26–8 reps@9
7Abs Crunch (Weighted)28–12 reps@9
8Hanging Leg Raise28–12 reps@9
9Back Extension (Weighted)210–15 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)26–8 reps@9
2Chest Fly (Machine)26–8 reps@9
3Lat Pulldown26–8 reps@9
4Chest Supported Row (Machine)26–8 reps@9
5Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell)26–8 reps@9
6Lateral Raise (Cable)26–8 reps@9
7Tricep Pushdown (Cable)26–8 reps@9
8Bayesian Curl26–8 reps@9
9Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)26–8 reps@9
10Hammer Curl26–8 reps@9
11Kelso Shrug26–8 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)26–8 reps@9
2Hack Squat26–8 reps@9
3Leg Extension26–8 reps@9
4Lying Leg Curl26–8 reps@9
5Calf Raise (Leg Press)26–8 reps@9
6Seated Calf Raise26–8 reps@9
7Abs Crunch (Weighted)28–12 reps@9
8Hanging Leg Raise28–12 reps@9
9Back Extension (Weighted)210–15 reps@9

Weeks 2–16 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, Upper/Lower (2 Sets) is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 16 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.

Upper/Lower (2 Sets) is structured around 4 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 16 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Upper/Lower (2 Sets) 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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