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Simple Gainz PPL
Beginner–IntermediateFree

Simple Gainz PPL

Iconiq Creative
Iconiq Creative· Mar 2025
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
8 weeks
Days / week
3 days
Level
Intermediate, Beginner
Goal
Muscle
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
50 min
This structured 8-week program follows a classic push, pull, legs split, performed three days per week. Using equipment available in most commercial gyms, this plan focuses on hypertrophy, targeting the 8–12 rep range for optimal muscle growth. It balances volume and recovery to ensure steady progress while keeping workouts efficient and effective. Whether you're looking to build muscle or refine your training routine, this program provides a solid foundation for strength and size gains.

Who it's for

Beginners new to structured strength training
Athletes focused on building muscle size
Athletes who can train 3 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Front Delts
12.3%
Triceps
10.6%
Upper Back
9.9%
Biceps
9.9%
Quadriceps
8.5%
Hamstrings
8.5%
Middle Delts
7.7%
Lats
7.7%
Chest
7%
Glutes
5.6%
Abs
2.8%
Calves
2.8%
Forearms
2.5%
Rear Delts
1.4%
Abductors
1.4%
Lower Back
1.4%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Bench Press (Barbell)410–12 reps
2Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)310–12 reps
3Chest Fly (Machine)312–15 reps
4Overhead Press (Barbell)410–12 reps
5Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)415–20 reps
6Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)410–12 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Bent Over Row (Barbell)410–12 reps
2Lat Pulldown412–15 reps
3Seated Row (Machine)312–15 reps
4Upright Row (Barbell)312–15 reps
5Incline Curl (Dumbbell)410–12 reps
6Hammer Curl (Dumbbell)310–12 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Leg Press412–15 reps
2Hack Squat410–12 reps
3Leg Extension412–15 reps
4Leg Curl412–15 reps
5Seated Calf Raise415–20 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, Simple Gainz PPL 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 50 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.

Simple Gainz PPL is structured around 3 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.

Simple Gainz PPL 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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