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Powerbuilding Strength and Size (ULPPL)
Intermediate–AdvancedFree

Powerbuilding Strength and Size (ULPPL)

John S.
John S.· Oct 2024
147athletes running this program
Free on iOS & Android

Overview

Length
12 weeks
Days / week
5 days
Level
Advanced, Intermediate
Goal
Strength, Muscle
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
120 min
This powerbuilding program combines the best of both strength training (powerlifting) and hypertrophy (bodybuilding) to develop both size and strength. Designed for intermediate to advanced lifters, this program focuses on maximizing muscle mass while increasing power on key lifts: the squat, deadlift, and bench press.

Who it's for

Athletes at the Intermediate–Advanced level
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 5 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Hamstrings
10.7%
Quadriceps
10.2%
Triceps
10%
Upper Back
9.5%
Chest
9%
Lats
8.2%
Glutes
6.6%
Front Delts
6.4%
Abs
6.4%
Biceps
6.2%
Middle Delts
5.4%
Rear Delts
3%
Lower Back
2.6%
Calves
2.5%
Forearms
2.1%
Adductors
1.1%
Abductors
0.4%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)33–5 reps@8
2Chin-Up (Weighted)36 reps@8
3Seated Overhead Press (Dumbbell)38 reps@8
4Pendlay Row38 reps@7.5
5Dip (Weighted)36 reps@7.5
6Incline Curl (Dumbbell)28 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Low Bar)43–5 reps@7
2Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)310 reps@8
3Leg Extension312–15 reps@9
4Lying Leg Curl312 reps@9
5Standing Calf Raise415–20 reps@10
6Cable Crunch312 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Dumbbell)310 reps@9
2Incline Bench Press (Smith Machine)312 reps@9.5
3Chest Fly (Cable)212–15 reps@10
4Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)312 reps@9
5Lateral Raise (Cable)412–15 reps@9.5
6Tricep Pushdown (Cable)212 reps@10
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Pull-Up (Weighted)48 reps@8
2Seated Row (Cable)312 reps@9
3Standing Pullover (Cable)212–15 reps@10
4Spider Curl412 reps@9
5Rear Delt Fly (Cable)412–15 reps@9.5
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)43–5 reps@6
2Leg Press (45 Degrees)38 reps@7.5
3Lying Leg Curl312 reps@9
4Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)210 reps@10
5Suitcase Carry31 min
6Dead Hang11 min

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, Powerbuilding Strength and Size (ULPPL) 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 120 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.

Powerbuilding Strength and Size (ULPPL) 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 12 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Powerbuilding Strength and Size (ULPPL) 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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