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Lestner Bench Programme V2
Beginner–IntermediateFree

Lestner Bench Programme V2

Bench only progression scheme

Louis Lestner
Louis Lestner· Jul 2024
10athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
12 weeks
Days / week
2 days
Level
Intermediate, Beginner
Goal
Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
30 min
Simple Bench Progression Scheme to replace your existing bench pressing volume. Aimed at those with both strength and size in mind. Add 2.5kg to the bar each time you complete a progression cycle. A spotter is recommended, especially for new lifters.

Who it's for

Beginners new to structured strength training
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 2 days per week
Athletes who train in a garage gym (barbell, rack, and basic free weights)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Chest
33.3%
Triceps
33.3%
Front Delts
33.3%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)55 reps@7
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)410 reps@7
120 reps@10

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, Lestner Bench Programme V2 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 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 30 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.

Lestner Bench Programme V2 is structured around 2 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.

Lestner Bench Programme V2 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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