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Simple Strength by Diego
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Simple Strength by Diego

Simple compound lifts program for intermediate lifters designed to keep you strong, functional, and consistent.

Diego K.
Diego K.· May 2025
2athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
4 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Muscle, Strength, Bodyweight Fitness, Women's
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
50 min
The purpose of this routine is to develop broad and versatile strength using low-risk/high-reward compound lifts. Increase reps by around 10%-20% before increasing weight. For smaller muscle groups 5lbs and larger muscle groups 10lbs. For example move up from 50lbs to 55lbs dumbbells once you can do 4x12 instead of 4x10.

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 4 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Upper Back
13.5%
Quadriceps
13.1%
Front Delts
10.2%
Glutes
10.2%
Hamstrings
8.8%
Chest
7.3%
Middle Delts
7.3%
Lower Back
7.3%
Lats
7.3%
Rear Delts
5.5%
Triceps
4.4%
Biceps
3.6%
Abs
1.5%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Dumbbell)45 reps90%
2Upright Row (Barbell)410 reps80%
3Reverse Pec Deck110 reps@8
210 reps@8.5
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Trap Bar Deadlift46 reps90%
2Front Squat (Dumbbell)410 reps80%
3Wide Grip Pull-Up4AMRAP@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Trap Bar Deadlift410 reps80%
2Front Squat (Dumbbell)410 reps80%
3Chin-Up (Bodyweight)4AMRAP@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Dumbbell)410 reps80%
2Upright Row (Barbell)410 reps80%
3Reverse Pec Deck110 reps@8
210 reps@8.5

Weeks 2–4 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, Simple Strength by Diego is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 4 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 Strength by Diego 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 4 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Simple Strength by Diego 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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