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Explosive Throws
IntermediateFree

Explosive Throws

Workout to build strength and explosive power for throws and functional strength.

injineer
injineer· Aug 2024
13athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
8 weeks
Days / week
5 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Athletics, Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
60 min
Workout to build strength and explosive power for throws and functional strength. This is a modified version of JH's Highland Games Preseason program (link below). Added workouts to help with grip and shoulder strength, and (optional) pull-up training so this big boi can do his first pull-up. Also, belt squat is listed here on Day 3 (barbell squat on Day 1) but feel free to sub in front/goblet/Smith Machine if you need to. Warm-up guide included here will add additional time to the workout. In addition to stretches that hit the whole body: - focus on your neck, shoulders, upper back, and glutes - use foam rollers on your quads, calves, and back - use a lacrosse ball to open up your chest, roll your pecs, glutes, and shoulders. - planks, knees or full, 30-60 seconds - dead hangs for 30 seconds x2, spaced into warm-up, not first! On even-numbered weeks, sub in axle bar for barbell for bench, incline bench, OHP, and shrugs. On odd-numbered weeks, add 5lbs to upper body, 10 to lower. Day 5 is optional; included this for cardio, HIIT, hiking, or other movement. The workout included here is for HEMA using Fringe Sport's weighted "maces" that look like swords. Use training max. JH's Highland Games Preseason program: https://www.boostcamp.app/users/highland-games-preseason-7

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
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
Upper Back
12.7%
Quadriceps
12.2%
Glutes
12.2%
Triceps
10.4%
Front Delts
8.4%
Hamstrings
6.8%
Lats
5.4%
Middle Delts
5.4%
Lower Back
5%
Forearms
5%
Biceps
4.7%
Olympic
4.1%
Chest
3.6%
Abs
3.1%
Adductors
1.1%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)15 reps80%
15 reps85%
12 reps90%
12 reps92%
18 reps70%
2Good Morning38 reps@8
3Bench Press (Barbell)15 reps80%
15 reps85%
12 reps90%
12 reps92%
110 reps70%
4Single Arm Row (Dumbbell)38 reps@8
5Overhead Press (Barbell)38 reps70%
Superset
6ABicep Curl (EZ Bar)312 reps@8
6BSkull Crusher (Dumbbell)312 reps@8
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Hang Clean34 reps@8
2High Pull36 reps@8
3Kettlebell Clean and Press310 reps@8
4Trap Bar Jump36 reps@8
5Shrug (Barbell)38 reps@8
6Farmer's Walk (Weighted)52 reps@8
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Belt Squat32 reps80%
2Trap Bar Deadlift12 reps80%
12 reps90%
12 reps92%
11 rep95%
3Incline Bench Press (Barbell)16 reps75%
16 reps80%
16 reps85%
4Bent Over Row (Barbell)36 reps@8
5Seated Military Press (Barbell)36 reps@8
Superset
6ABicep Curl (EZ Bar)312 reps@8
6BSkull Crusher (Dumbbell)312 reps@8
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Power Clean32 reps@9
2High Pull32 reps@9
3Snatch (Kettlebell)310 reps@8
4Kettlebell Swing310 reps@8
5Shrug (Barbell)38 reps@8
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Ring Row38 reps
2Sword Technique - Footwork10 reps
3Sword Technique - Stance And Balance10 reps
4Sword Technique - Guards10 reps

Weeks 2–8 are in the app

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Common questions

Yes, Explosive Throws 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 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.

Explosive Throws 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.

Explosive Throws 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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