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Operation Bench 225 (Low Volume) V.8
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Operation Bench 225 (Low Volume) V.8

Aniketh N.
Aniketh N.· Oct 2025
3athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
8 weeks
Days / week
3 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Women's, Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
60 min
Blending science-based lifting and bro-lifting in order to hit a 225 Bench, 405 SLDL, 90 Weighted Pull-Up, as well as prioritizing lagging muscle groups. A secondary goal is to build up the lower-body musculature needed for efficient and quick running.

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 3 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Triceps
26.1%
Front Delts
26.1%
Chest
17.4%
Middle Delts
8.7%
Glutes
8.7%
Hamstrings
4.3%
Lower Back
4.3%
Abs
4.3%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Bench Press (Barbell)24–8 reps@9
2Pull-Up (Wide Grip, Weighted)24–8 reps@9
3Stiff-Legged Deadlift (Barbell)14–8 reps@9
4Unilateral Kneeling Tricep Pushdown (Cable)14–8 reps@9
5Chest Supported Lat Row (Machine)14–8 reps@9
6Shoulder Press (Machine)14–8 reps@9
7Unilateral Recline Curl (Dumbbell)14–8 reps@9
8Hip Thrust (Machine)14–8 reps@9
9Abs Crunch (Cable)14–8 reps@9
10Unilateral Leg Extension (Machine)14–8 reps@9
11Unilateral Calf Raise (Machine)14–8 reps@9
12Seated Leg Curl (Machine)14–8 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Bench Press (Barbell)24–8 reps@9
2Pull-Up (Wide Grip, Weighted)24–8 reps@9
3Stiff-Legged Deadlift (Barbell)14–8 reps@9
4Unilateral Kneeling Tricep Pushdown (Cable)14–8 reps@9
5Chest Supported Lat Row (Machine)14–8 reps@9
6Shoulder Press (Machine)14–8 reps@9
7Unilateral Recline Curl (Dumbbell)14–8 reps@9
8Hip Thrust (Machine)14–8 reps@9
9Abs Crunch (Cable)14–8 reps@9
10Unilateral Leg Extension (Machine)14–8 reps@9
11Unilateral Calf Raise (Machine)14–8 reps@9
12Seated Leg Curl (Machine)14–8 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Bench Press (Barbell)24–8 reps@9
2Pull-Up (Wide Grip, Weighted)24–8 reps@9
3Stiff-Legged Deadlift (Barbell)14–8 reps@9
4Unilateral Kneeling Tricep Pushdown (Cable)14–8 reps@9
5Chest Supported Lat Row (Machine)14–8 reps@9
6Shoulder Press (Machine)14–8 reps@9
7Unilateral Recline Curl (Dumbbell)14–8 reps@9
8Hip Thrust (Machine)14–8 reps@9
9Abs Crunch (Cable)14–8 reps@9
10Unilateral Leg Extension (Machine)14–8 reps@9
11Unilateral Calf Raise (Machine)14–8 reps@9
12Seated Leg Curl (Machine)14–8 reps@9

Weeks 2–8 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, Operation Bench 225 (Low Volume) V.8 is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 8 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.

Operation Bench 225 (Low Volume) V.8 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 8 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Operation Bench 225 (Low Volume) V.8 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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