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Science Based Ideal Upper Lower 4 Day Split
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Science Based Ideal Upper Lower 4 Day Split

Science based lifts to stimulate the most hypertrophy in a 4 day upper lower split.

Ryan H.
Ryan H.· Dec 2024
10athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
16 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Muscle, Women's
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
60 min
The 4 day upper lower split has been designed based on Jeff Nippard’s tier lists for isolating each muscle. The program is meant for novice to intermediate lifters looking to improve their physique in the best way according to science, emphasizing a deep stretch on the muscles. Each week switches the initial compound lift to be either barbell or dumbbell focused.

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on building muscle size
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
10.6%
Chest
8.2%
Triceps
7.5%
Biceps
7.1%
Front Delts
7.1%
Lats
7.1%
Forearms
5.9%
Quadriceps
5.9%
Abs
5.6%
Hamstrings
5.4%
Calves
4.7%
Neck
4.7%
Middle Delts
4.7%
Rear Delts
4.7%
Glutes
4%
Adductors
2.8%
Abductors
2.6%
Lower Back
1.4%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Squat (Barbell)46–8 reps
Superset
2ALeg Raise (Captain's Chair)420+ reps
2BBicep Curl (Machine)48–12 reps
Superset
3AStanding Calf Raise415–20 reps
3BNeck Curl415–20 reps
Superset
4AHip Abductor (Machine)412–15 reps
4BShrug (Dumbbell)412–15 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Deadlift (Barbell)44–6 reps
Superset
2ALeg Extension410–15 reps
2BCable Crunch48–12 reps
Superset
3ASeated Calf Raise415–20 reps
3BHip Adductor (Machine)412–15 reps
Superset
4ALeg Curl410–15 reps
4BNeck Extension415–20 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Bench Press (Barbell)44–10 reps
Superset
2AChest Fly (Cable)412–15 reps
2BChest Supported Row (Machine)48–12 reps
Superset
3ABayesian Curl48–12 reps
3BSeated Overhead Press (Dumbbell)46–10 reps
Superset
4AWrist Curls415–20 reps
4BRear Delt Fly (Machine)412–15 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Incline Bench Press (Barbell)44–10 reps
Superset
2ALat Pulldown48–12 reps
2BReverse Wrist Curl (Dumbbell)415–20 reps
Superset
3ALateral Raise (Dumbbell)412–15 reps
3BTricep Pushdown (Cable)48–12 reps
Superset
4AFace Pull415–20 reps
4BPullover (Dumbbell)48–12 reps

Weeks 2–16 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, Science Based Ideal Upper Lower 4 Day Split is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 16 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 60 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.

Science Based Ideal Upper Lower 4 Day Split 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 16 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Science Based Ideal Upper Lower 4 Day Split 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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