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5-day hypertrophy and periodization workout plan
Beginner–IntermediateFree

5-day hypertrophy and periodization workout plan

Chase Svatek
Chase Svatek· Jan 2025
1athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
8 weeks
Days / week
5 days
Level
Beginner, Intermediate
Goal
Muscle
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
70 min
### **Purpose of the Workout Plan** This 5-day workout plan follows the principles of hypertrophy and periodization to maximize muscle growth. It uses a push/pull/legs/upper/lower split, ensuring balanced development, proper recovery, and efficient use of your equipment. --- ### **Why This Plan Works** 1. **Progressive Overload** - Gradually increasing the workload (weight, reps, or intensity) ensures your muscles are continually challenged. This is essential for building strength and size over time. 2. **Training Frequency** - Each muscle group is worked at least twice weekly, which research shows is ideal for hypertrophy. This split balances volume and recovery to optimize growth. 3. **Balanced Volume** - The plan includes both compound lifts and isolation exercises to target all major muscle groups. Compound lifts like squats and bench presses build strength, while isolation movements like curls refine specific areas. 4. **Recovery Optimization** - Alternating upper and lower body sessions prevents overuse. The three rest days after this intense 5-day block allow for full recovery, ensuring sustained progress. 5. **Chest and Shoulder Emphasis** - Two push-focused days and additional shoulder work ensure these muscles get extra attention, aligning with your goals of prioritizing chest and shoulder growth. --- ### **Workout Structure** #### **Day 1: Push (Chest, Shoulders, Triceps)** - Compound lifts (e.g., incline bench press) target strength and size. - Isolation exercises (e.g., lateral raises) add volume for shaping. #### **Day 2: Pull (Back, Biceps)** - Pull-ups and rows build a strong back and biceps. - Isolation movements like dumbbell curls refine the arms. #### **Day 3: Legs** - Squats and Romanian deadlifts target quads, glutes, and hamstrings. - Calf raises ensure lower leg development. #### **Day 4: Upper Body (Chest & Back Focus)** - Focuses on both pressing and pulling movements, balancing upper-body strength. #### **Day 5: Lower Body** - Complements Day 3 with variations in squats and deadlifts for complete lower-body growth. --- ### **Key Benefits** - **Efficient Programming:** Every session is designed to maximize muscle activation and growth. - **Adaptability:** Exercises can be adjusted if a day is missed, maintaining the plan's effectiveness. - **Specialized Emphasis:** Prioritizes chest and shoulders while ensuring balanced development of all muscle groups. This plan provides a strong foundation for consistent progress and sustainable muscle growth.

Who it's for

Beginners new to structured strength training
Athletes focused on building muscle size
Athletes who can train 5 days per week
Athletes who train in a garage gym (barbell, rack, and basic free weights)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Front Delts
11.1%
Triceps
11.1%
Quadriceps
11.1%
Glutes
11.1%
Hamstrings
11.1%
Upper Back
8.6%
Chest
7.8%
Lats
7.8%
Middle Delts
5%
Abs
4.4%
Rear Delts
3.3%
Lower Back
2.8%
Biceps
2.2%
Calves
1.7%
Adductors
1.1%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Incline Bench Press (Barbell)46–8 reps
2Bench Press (Dumbbell)38–10 reps
3Overhead Press (Dumbbell)38–10 reps
4Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)312–15 reps
5Tricep Extension (Dumbbell)310–12 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Pull-Up (Weighted)46–8 reps
2Barbell Row38–10 reps
3Rear Delt Fly (Dumbbell)312–15 reps
4Flat Dumbbell Bicep Curls310–12 reps
5Hammer Curl310–12 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Squat (Barbell)46–8 reps
2Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)38–10 reps
3Split Squat (Barbell)38–10 reps
4Goblet Calf Raises312–15 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Bench Press (Barbell)46–8 reps
2Pull-Up (Weighted)46–8 reps
3Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)38–10 reps
4Barbell Row38–10 reps
5Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)312–15 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Front Squat (Barbell)46–8 reps
2Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)38–10 reps
3Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)38–10 reps
4Standing Calf Raise312–15 reps

Weeks 2–8 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, 5-day hypertrophy and periodization workout plan is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 8 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 70 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.

5-day hypertrophy and periodization workout plan 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 8 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

5-day hypertrophy and periodization workout plan 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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