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Tactical Barbell - Operator I/A
Intermediate–AdvancedFree

Tactical Barbell - Operator I/A

Gabriel
Gabriel· Aug 2024
128athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
7 weeks
Days / week
3 days
Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Goal
Strength, Muscle
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
60 min
Six week operator programme with week seventh week for testing 1RM. Weighted pull-ups twice a week, deadlifts once. Uses the intermediate/ advanced (I/A) set ranges (3-10 sets) but tweak as necessary. Add warm-up sets as needed.

Who it's for

Athletes at the Intermediate–Advanced level
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 3 days per week
Athletes who train in a garage gym (barbell, rack, and basic free weights)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Quadriceps
17.2%
Chest
14%
Glutes
13.6%
Hamstrings
10%
Lats
9.3%
Triceps
8.4%
Upper Back
7.4%
Adductors
5.6%
Front Delts
5.6%
Biceps
3.7%
Abs
3.6%
Lower Back
1.6%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)85 reps75%
2Bench Press (Barbell)85 reps75%
3Pull-Up (Weighted)85 reps@7.5
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)85 reps75%
2Bench Press (Barbell)85 reps75%
3Pull-Up (Weighted)85 reps@7.5
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)85 reps75%
2Bench Press (Barbell)85 reps75%
3Deadlift (Barbell)55 reps75%

Weeks 2–7 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, Tactical Barbell - Operator I/A is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 7 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.

Tactical Barbell - Operator I/A is structured around 3 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 7 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Tactical Barbell - Operator I/A 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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