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Upper Lower Strength program
Beginner–IntermediateFree

Upper Lower Strength program

Strength training program focused around SBD and OHP to build strength in all the basic compounds while also getting bigger

· Mar 2025
1athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
4 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate, Beginner
Goal
Strength, Muscle
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
60 min
Perfect to increase your strength in the major compounds without over complicating training

Who it's for

Beginners new to structured strength training
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 4 days per week
Athletes who train in a garage gym (barbell, rack, and basic free weights)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Quadriceps
13.4%
Glutes
12.8%
Hamstrings
11.1%
Triceps
11.1%
Abs
8.5%
Front Delts
7.1%
Chest
5.9%
Middle Delts
5.9%
Biceps
5.1%
Upper Back
4.5%
Lower Back
3.6%
Lats
3.6%
Adductors
2.8%
Rear Delts
2%
Forearms
1.6%
Calves
1%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)23–8 reps@9.5
2Bench Press (Paused)16 reps@7
15 reps@8
13 reps@8
12 reps@9
3Chin-Up (Weighted)23–6 reps@9.5
4Overhead Press (Barbell)15 reps@7
15 reps@7.5
15 reps@8
5Skull Crusher (Barbell)23–8 reps
6Shrug (Barbell)13–8 reps@9.5
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Low Bar)16 reps@7
15 reps@8
13 reps@8.5
12 reps@9
2Deadlift (Barbell)15 reps@6
14 reps@7
13 reps@7.5
3Lunge (Barbell)13–6 reps@9
13–6 reps@8.5
4Hamstring Curl13–6 reps@9.5
13–6 reps@9
5Hanging Leg Raise23–6 reps@8.5
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Preacher Curl (Dumbbell)23–6 reps@9
2Overhead Press (Barbell)16 reps@7
15 reps@8
13 reps@9
3Tempo Bench Press25 reps@7.5
4Bent Over Row (Barbell)23–6 reps@9.5
5Skull Crusher (Barbell)13–6 reps@9
13–6 reps@8.5
6Batwing Row23–6 reps@8.5
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)16 reps@7
15 reps@8
13 reps@8
12 reps@8.5
2Squat (Paused)16 reps@7
14 reps@7.5
3Hip Thrust (Barbell)23–6 reps@9.5
4Standing Calf Raise13–6 reps@8.5
5Hanging Leg Raise23–6 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, Upper Lower Strength program 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 garage 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.

Upper Lower Strength program 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.

Upper Lower Strength program 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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