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Powerbuilding block v1
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Powerbuilding block v1

Get stronger through muscle growth and neural adaptations

Victor Frechette
Victor Frechette· Sep 2025
2athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
5 weeks
Days / week
7 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
80 min
This program uses a hybrid upper lower x arnold split to get you stronger on the main lifts used in this program. They will be performed twice a week through various rep schemes. They are the Bench Press, Overhead Press, Deadlift, Squat, Pull Ups and Bent Over Barbell rows.

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 7 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Triceps
13.2%
Front Delts
11.2%
Quadriceps
8.3%
Hamstrings
8.3%
Abs
8.1%
Chest
7.3%
Upper Back
7.1%
Lats
6.4%
Middle Delts
6.4%
Biceps
6.1%
Glutes
5.4%
Calves
3.9%
Rear Delts
3.2%
Forearms
1.5%
Adductors
1.5%
Lower Back
1.2%
Cardio
1%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)1AMRAP85%
2AMRAP80%
2Pull-Up (Weighted)1AMRAP85%
2AMRAP80%
3Overhead Press (Barbell)1AMRAP85%
2AMRAP80%
4Chest Supported Row (Machine)38–12 reps@9
Superset
5ALateral Raise (Dumbbell)38–15 reps@9
5BPec Fly (Dumbbell)38–12 reps@9
Superset
6ATricep Extension (Dumbbell)38–12 reps@9
6BBicep Curl (Dumbbell)38–12 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Cardio (Zone 2)120 min@7
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)31 rep90%
2Deadlift (Barbell)31 rep90%
3Leg Extension38–12 reps@9
4Leg Curl38–12 reps@9
5Standing Calf Raise48–15 reps@9
6Abs Crunch (Machine)48–12 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)31 rep90%
2Pull-Up (Weighted)31 rep90%
3Chest Supported Row (Machine)38–12 reps@9
4Dip (Weighted)38–12 reps@9
5Lat Pulldown (Single Arm)18–12 reps@9
6Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)38–12 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Overhead Press (Barbell)31 rep90%
2Incline Curl (Dumbbell)38–12 reps@9
3Preacher Hammer Grip Curls38–12 reps@9
4Incline Tricep Extension (Dumbbell)68–12 reps@9
5Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)48–15 reps@9
6Reverse Pec Deck38–12 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Cardio (Zone 2)120 min@7
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)1AMRAP85%
2AMRAP80%
2Deadlift (Barbell)1AMRAP85%
1AMRAP80%
3Leg Extension38–12 reps@9
4Leg Curl38–12 reps@9
5Standing Calf Raise48–15 reps@9
6Abs Crunch (Machine)48–12 reps@9

Weeks 2–5 are in the app

Download Boostcamp to follow the full program with auto-progression and built-in coaching notes.

Common questions

Yes, Powerbuilding block v1 is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 5 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 80 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 block v1 is structured around 7 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 5 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Powerbuilding block v1 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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