The Ideal Worksout - 4-Day Split

by Dave P.
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Program Description

How to Choose Weight: Use a weight on the lower end of the rep range and complete the set. Once you hit the upper end of the rep range, increase the weight by about 10 pounds and repeat How to Complete Reps: Use the 4-2-4 method when lifting these weights to get maximum results. This means: 4 second lift, 2 second pause, 4 second lowering Notes from Mike: Complete one workout every 96 hours. Warmup on the compound lift and only warmup as is necessary. You should have but one working set. This program is specifically designed to target the larger muscles in a minimalist fashion. Do not gauge the success of this program off of “feeing” such as being sore or achieving a pump. Instead gauge the success upon wether or not you are stronger the next time you perform that workout.

Program Overview

  • Level
    Beginner, Novice, Intermediate, Advanced
  • Goal
    Bodybuilding
  • Equipment
    Full Gym
  • Program Length
    4 weeks
  • Time Per Workout
    30 minutes
  • Created
    Sep 08, 2025 11:34
  • Last Edited
    Oct 11, 2025 12:40

Summary

Transform your physique with "The Ideal Workout - 4-Day Split," a focused 4-week program designed to maximize strength and muscle growth. You'll hit the gym four times a week, targeting specific muscle groups with expertly crafted supersets that combine effective exercises like Chest Flys, Squats, and Deadlifts. Each workout is structured to challenge your limits while ensuring balanced development across your upper and lower body. Get ready to push your boundaries and see real results!
Muscle Engagement
Front
Back
MuscleSet
Quadriceps
16.8%
Abs
16.1%
Triceps
9.1%
Chest
9.1%
Glutes
7.7%
Lats
7%
Calves
7%
Front Delts
6.3%
Upper Back
5.6%
Hamstrings
5.6%
Middle Delts
3.5%
Adductors
2.8%
Lower Back
1.4%
Biceps
1.4%
Rear Delts
0.7%
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WEEK 1
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
WEEK 4
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1A
Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
1
6-10 reps
-
1B
Incline Bench Press (Barbell)
1
1-3 reps
-
2A
Bent-Arm Pullover
1
6-10 reps
-
2B
Chin-Up (Bodyweight)
1
6-10 reps
-
3
Deadlift (Smith Machine)
1
6-10 reps
-
4
Sit Up
1
12-20 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1A
Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
1
6-10 reps
-
1B
Incline Bench Press (Barbell)
1
1-3 reps
-
2A
Bent-Arm Pullover
1
6-10 reps
-
2B
Chin-Up (Bodyweight)
1
6-10 reps
-
3
Deadlift (Smith Machine)
1
6-10 reps
-
4
Sit Up
1
12-20 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1A
Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
1
6-10 reps
-
1B
Incline Bench Press (Barbell)
1
1-3 reps
-
2A
Bent-Arm Pullover
1
6-10 reps
-
2B
Chin-Up (Bodyweight)
1
6-10 reps
-
3
Deadlift (Smith Machine)
1
6-10 reps
-
4
Sit Up
1
12-20 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1A
Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
1
6-10 reps
-
1B
Incline Bench Press (Barbell)
1
1-3 reps
-
2A
Bent-Arm Pullover
1
6-10 reps
-
2B
Chin-Up (Bodyweight)
1
6-10 reps
-
3
Deadlift (Smith Machine)
1
6-10 reps
-
4
Sit Up
1
12-20 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1A
Leg Extension
1
12-20 reps
-
1B
Squat (Smith Machine)
1
12-20 reps
-
2
Standing Calf Raise
1
12-20 reps
-
3
Sit Up
1
12-20 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1A
Leg Extension
1
12-20 reps
-
1B
Squat (Smith Machine)
1
12-20 reps
-
2
Standing Calf Raise
1
12-20 reps
-
3
Sit Up
1
12-20 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1A
Leg Extension
1
12-20 reps
-
1B
Squat (Smith Machine)
1
12-20 reps
-
2
Standing Calf Raise
1
12-20 reps
-
3
Sit Up
1
12-20 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1A
Leg Extension
1
12-20 reps
-
1B
Squat (Smith Machine)
1
12-20 reps
-
2
Standing Calf Raise
1
12-20 reps
-
3
Sit Up
1
12-20 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1
6-10 reps
-
2
Bent-Over Lateral Raise
1
6-10 reps
-
3
Chin-Up (Bodyweight)
1
6-10 reps
-
4A
Tricep Extension (Dumbbell)
1
6-10 reps
-
4B
Dip (Bodyweight)
1
3-5 reps
-
5
Sit Up
1
12-20 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1
6-10 reps
-
2
Bent-Over Lateral Raise
1
6-10 reps
-
3
Chin-Up (Bodyweight)
1
6-10 reps
-
4A
Tricep Extension (Dumbbell)
1
6-10 reps
-
4B
Dip (Bodyweight)
1
3-5 reps
-
5
Sit Up
1
12-20 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1
6-10 reps
-
2
Bent-Over Lateral Raise
1
6-10 reps
-
3
Chin-Up (Bodyweight)
1
6-10 reps
-
4A
Tricep Extension (Dumbbell)
1
6-10 reps
-
4B
Dip (Bodyweight)
1
3-5 reps
-
5
Sit Up
1
12-20 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1
6-10 reps
-
2
Bent-Over Lateral Raise
1
6-10 reps
-
3
Chin-Up (Bodyweight)
1
6-10 reps
-
4A
Tricep Extension (Dumbbell)
1
6-10 reps
-
4B
Dip (Bodyweight)
1
3-5 reps
-
5
Sit Up
1
12-20 reps
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1A
Leg Extension
1
12-20 reps
-
1B
Squat (Smith Machine)
1
12-20 reps
-
2
Standing Calf Raise
1
12-20 reps
-
3
Sit Up
1
12-20 reps
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1A
Leg Extension
1
12-20 reps
-
1B
Squat (Smith Machine)
1
12-20 reps
-
2
Standing Calf Raise
1
12-20 reps
-
3
Sit Up
1
12-20 reps
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1A
Leg Extension
1
12-20 reps
-
1B
Squat (Smith Machine)
1
12-20 reps
-
2
Standing Calf Raise
1
12-20 reps
-
3
Sit Up
1
12-20 reps
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1A
Leg Extension
1
12-20 reps
-
1B
Squat (Smith Machine)
1
12-20 reps
-
2
Standing Calf Raise
1
12-20 reps
-
3
Sit Up
1
12-20 reps
-
Week 1
1 / 4 Weeks
Day 1
1A
Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6-10 Reps
-
1B
Incline Bench Press (Barbell)
1 Set
1-3 Reps
-
2A
Bent-Arm Pullover
1 Set
6-10 Reps
-
2B
Chin-Up (Bodyweight)
1 Set
6-10 Reps
-
3
Deadlift (Smith Machine)
1 Set
6-10 Reps
-
4
Sit Up
1 Set
12-20 Reps
-
Day 2
1A
Leg Extension
1 Set
12-20 Reps
-
1B
Squat (Smith Machine)
1 Set
12-20 Reps
-
2
Standing Calf Raise
1 Set
12-20 Reps
-
3
Sit Up
1 Set
12-20 Reps
-
Day 3
1
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6-10 Reps
-
2
Bent-Over Lateral Raise
1 Set
6-10 Reps
-
3
Chin-Up (Bodyweight)
1 Set
6-10 Reps
-
4A
Tricep Extension (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6-10 Reps
-
4B
Dip (Bodyweight)
1 Set
3-5 Reps
-
5
Sit Up
1 Set
12-20 Reps
-
Day 4
1A
Leg Extension
1 Set
12-20 Reps
-
1B
Squat (Smith Machine)
1 Set
12-20 Reps
-
2
Standing Calf Raise
1 Set
12-20 Reps
-
3
Sit Up
1 Set
12-20 Reps
-