Classic Muscle and Strength
Gaining muscle and strength with a classic powerbuilding program
Overview
Who it's for
Muscle engagement
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Squat (Barbell) | 5 | 5 reps | 80% |
| 2 | Romanian Deadlift (Barbell) | 3 | 12 reps | @7 |
| 3 | Hack Squat | 3 | 12 reps | @8 |
| 4 | Hip Abductor (Machine) | 3 | 14 reps | — |
| 5 | Calf Raise (Machine) | 3 | 20 reps | — |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bench Press (Barbell) | 5 | 5 reps | 80% |
| 2 | Pendlay Row | 4 | 12 reps | @7 |
| 3 | Chest Fly (Dumbbell) | 4 | 10 reps | @8 |
| 4 | Lat Pulldown (Neutral Grip) | 4 | 12 reps | @8 |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Overhead Press (Barbell) | 4 | 8 reps | 70% |
| Superset | ||||
| 2A | Lateral Raise (Dumbbell) | 4 | 12 reps | @8 |
| 2B | Face Pull | 4 | 12 reps | @8 |
| Superset | ||||
| 3A | JM Press | 3 | 10 reps | @8 |
| 3B | Bicep Curl (Barbell) | 3 | 10 reps | @8 |
| Superset | ||||
| 4A | Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable) | 4 | 12 reps | @8 |
| 4B | Bicep Curl (Cable) | 4 | 12 reps | @8 |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deadlift (Barbell) | 5 | 5 reps | 80% |
| 2 | Squat (Barbell) | 3 | 8 reps | 70% |
| 3 | Belt Squat | 3 | 10 reps | @8 |
| 4 | Back Extension | 4 | 14 reps | @8 |
| 5 | Hip Adductor (Machine) | 3 | 14 reps | — |
| 6 | Calf Raise (Machine) | 3 | 20 reps | — |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Incline Bench Press (Barbell) | 2 | 10 reps | @7 |
| 2 | 10 reps | @8 | ||
| 2 | Single Arm Row (Dumbbell) | 4 | 12 reps | @8 |
| 3 | Bench Press (Dumbbell) | 2 | 8 reps | @8 |
| 1 | 8 reps | @9 | ||
| 4 | Pull-Up (Assisted) | 2 | 10 reps | @8 |
| 1 | 10 reps | @9 | ||
| Superset | ||||
| 5A | Skull Crusher (Dumbbell) | 3 | 10 reps | @8 |
| 5B | Incline Curl (Dumbbell) | 3 | 10 reps | @8 |
| Superset | ||||
| 6A | Tricep Extension (Cable) | 3 | 12 reps | @8 |
| 6B | Bicep Curl (Cable) | 3 | 12 reps | @8 |
Weeks 2–13 are in the app
Download Boostcamp to follow the full program with auto-progression and built-in coaching notes.
Common questions
Yes, Classic Muscle and Strength is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 13 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 70 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.
Classic Muscle and Strength is structured around 5 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 13 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.
Classic Muscle and Strength 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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