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DC Upper Lower
Beginner–IntermediateFree

DC Upper Lower

Transform your strength and redefine your limits in just 12 weeks with the DC Upper Lower program—where every rep counts towards your best self.

Dani C.
Dani C.· Nov 2025
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
12 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate, Beginner
Goal
Muscle, Athletics, Women's
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
40 min
**DC Upper Lower** is a comprehensive 12-week workout program designed to build strength and muscle through a balanced upper and lower body split. With 48 sessions spread across the weeks, this program includes a variety of exercises targeting major muscle groups, ensuring a well-rounded approach to fitness. Each workout emphasizes progressive overload, allowing you to track your progress and continually challenge yourself. Whether you're looking to increase your lifting capacity or sculpt your physique, this program will guide you every step of the way. Get ready to transform your training routine and achieve your fitness goals!

Who it's for

Beginners new to structured strength training
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
Quadriceps
14.1%
Glutes
13.9%
Hamstrings
12.8%
Abs
9.2%
Upper Back
8.7%
Lats
7.5%
Front Delts
7.5%
Chest
5.7%
Triceps
5.4%
Middle Delts
5.1%
Lower Back
4.3%
Adductors
2.6%
Biceps
2.6%
Rear Delts
0.5%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Chest Supported Row (Machine)40 reps@10–10
2Lat Pulldown30 reps@10–10
3Military Press (Barbell)40 reps@6–10
4Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)30 reps@10–10
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)40 reps@6–10
2Hip Thrust (Barbell)40 reps@6–10
3Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)30 reps@10–10
4Pull-Up (Band)30 reps@10–10
5Split Squat Front Foot Elevated (Smith Machine)30 reps@10–10
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)40 reps@6–10
2Leg Extension30 reps@10–10
3Walking Lunge (Dumbbell)40 reps@10–10
4Hanging Leg Raise30 reps@6–10
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)40 reps@6–10
2Leg Curl30 reps@10–10
3Single Leg Deadlift30 reps@10–10
4Hanging Leg Raise30 reps@10–10

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, DC Upper Lower 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 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 40 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.

DC Upper Lower 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 12 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

DC Upper Lower 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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