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Hornet
Beginner–IntermediateFree

Hornet

Arm Biased UL Split with a good mix of Dynamic/Double Progression based, swaps a lower day out for an arm day, for reasons.

Adithya N.
Adithya N.· Jun 2024
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
8 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Novice, Intermediate
Goal
Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
60 min
Selectively chooses dynamic double progression or double progression for certain exercises. Does not make sense to apply the same progression strategy to all exercises. Staggers Push and Pull exercises on Upper Days. Rest Times: Lower, Bench, Incline Bench, Pullups, Shoulder Press : 2 Minutes 30 seconds Everything Else: 2 Minutes Progression Strategy: For any exercise where you can go to failure safely, and not worry too much about form, work in the 4-8 rep range and add weight based on the first set. Some exercises include Dumbell Curls, Tricep Extensions, Lat Pulldown, Pullups, etc. Anything done on a machine that doesnt have something that falls on top of you at the end, or leaves you with a disgusting pump even when your form wavers a little bit. If you want to keep your form clean and minimize risky failure, work in the 6 - 10 rep range, and add weight when both sets have hit the top range. Some exercises that might be worth considering in this rep range could be the Barbell Bench, Lateral Raises, Deadlifts etc. Progression Samples: Rep Range - 4 - 8 - 1st Set Based Progression 40*7, 40*6 => 40*8, 40*6 => 45*4 , 40*7 => 45*4, 40*8 => 45*5, 45*4 If your first set is right at the bottom of the prescribed rep range, the second set has to be reduced in weight compared to the first. If your second set is right at the top of the prescribed rep range, next time around your second set weight has to go up. Do not try to beat the rep range. Stop if you can hit the weight for the prescribed set of reps. increase the weight next workout.

Who it's for

Beginners new to structured strength training
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
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
17.8%
Upper Back
12.9%
Biceps
12.9%
Front Delts
11.9%
Lats
9.9%
Chest
7.9%
Middle Delts
5.9%
Quadriceps
5%
Rear Delts
4%
Forearms
4%
Abs
3%
Hamstrings
2%
Glutes
2%
Lower Back
1%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Bench Press (Wide Grip)16–10 reps
16–10 reps
2Pull-Up (Neutral Grip, Weighted)14–6 reps
14–6 reps
3Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)14–8 reps
14–8 reps
4Chest Supported Row (Dumbbell)14–8 reps
14–8 reps
5Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)18–12 reps
18–12 reps
6V-Handle Tricep Pushdown (Cable)14–8 reps
14–8 reps
7Preacher Curl (Barbell)14–8 reps
14–8 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)16–10 reps
16–10 reps
2Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell)14–8 reps
14–8 reps
3Reverse Pec Deck14–8 reps
14–8 reps
4Overhead Extension (EZ Bar)14–8 reps
14–8 reps
5Reverse Bicep Curl (EZ Bar)16–10 reps
16–10 reps
6V-Handle Tricep Pushdown (Cable)14–8 reps
14–8 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Bench Press (Wide Grip)16–10 reps
16–10 reps
2Pull-Up (Neutral Grip, Weighted)14–6 reps
14–6 reps
3Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)14–8 reps
14–8 reps
4Chest Supported Row (Dumbbell)14–8 reps
14–8 reps
5Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)18–12 reps
18–12 reps
6V-Handle Tricep Pushdown (Cable)14–8 reps
14–8 reps
7Preacher Curl (Barbell)14–8 reps
14–8 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Lat Pulldown14–8 reps
14–8 reps
2Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)14–8 reps
14–8 reps
3Leg Extension16–10 reps
16–10 reps
16–10 reps
4Shrug (Barbell)14–8 reps
14–8 reps
5Abs Crunch (Machine)16–10 reps
16–10 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, Hornet 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 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.

Hornet 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 8 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Hornet 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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