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Upper/Lower x2
Intermediate–AdvancedFree

Upper/Lower x2

Hypertrophy focused with power lifting exercises and percentages

Buff Fox
Buff Fox · Aug 2024
2athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
4 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Advanced, Intermediate
Goal
Strength, Muscle
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
60 min
You have a 12 week strength program you're going to start 12 weeks out from your competition. But what are you to do until then? How about pack on as much muscle as possible AND increase power on your main lifts?! 4-week program that ideally repeats at least 3 cycles (12 weeks) 4-5 lifting days, first two days are heavy percentages but limited volume as the day 3 and 4 are hypertrophy focused. The optional 5th day is a 'strong man' type day made up of full body power movements that are majority free of an eccentric phase to avoid unnecessary soreness while still training for power. Week 1:1- 8, 5, 3 power lifts from 75-89% of 1RM, end with higher reps for isolation exercises Week 1:2- 12, 10, 8 on all lifts Week 2:1- 8, 5, 3 power lifts from 78-90% of 1RM, end with higher reps for isolation exercises Week 2:2- 12, 10, 8 on all lifts Week 3:1- 8, 5, 3 power lifts from 81-91% of 1RM, end with high reps for isolation exercises Week 3:2- 12, 10, 8 on all lifts Week 4:1- 1 burnout set on Push/Pull/Leg days at 65% followed by isolation Week 4:2- deload with calisthenics and rest Repeat and increase loads second time around based on how you feel and recover. EAT BIG! I blew up with this program when I had no less than .75g per lb of body weight EVERY DAY. I know I categorized this program as Garage gym friendly, but lower body days may demand some machines your garage gym doesn't have. You can either swap machines for other variations at home or use your local commercial gym.

Who it's for

Athletes at the Intermediate–Advanced level
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
Hamstrings
12.6%
Quadriceps
12.5%
Glutes
11.2%
Triceps
9.8%
Chest
8.4%
Front Delts
7.9%
Upper Back
7.1%
Lats
6.5%
Biceps
5.9%
Abs
5.6%
Adductors
2.9%
Lower Back
2.2%
Calves
2%
Rear Delts
1.5%
Forearms
1.4%
Middle Delts
1.1%
Abductors
0.8%
Other
0.5%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Clap Push Up34 reps@6
Superset
2ABench Press (Barbell)18 reps75%
15 reps83%
13 reps89%
2BPull-Up (Weighted)18 reps@8
15 reps@9
13 reps@9.5
Superset
3ABent Over Row (Dumbbell)18 reps@8
15 reps@9
13 reps@9.5
3BAlternating Dumbbell Curl312+ reps@8
Superset
4ADip (Bodyweight)312 reps@7
4BShrug (Barbell)312 reps@7
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Jump Squat34 reps@6
Superset
2ASafety Bar Squat18 reps75%
15 reps83%
13 reps89%
2BWalking Lunge18 reps@8
15 reps@7
13 reps@6
Superset
3AGoblet Squat18 reps@8
15 reps@9
13 reps@9.5
3BLying Leg Curl312 reps@7
4Inchworm Walkout16 reps@4
#ExerciseSetsReps
Superset
1AIncline Bench Press (Dumbbell)112 reps
110 reps
18 reps
1BIncline Chest Fly (Dumbbell)112 reps
110 reps
18 reps
Superset
2AChest Supported Row (Dumbbell)112 reps
110 reps
18 reps
2BLat Pulldown (Single Arm)112 reps
110 reps
18 reps
Superset
3ASingle Arm Overhead Tricep Extension112 reps
110 reps
18 reps
3BBicep Curl (Barbell)112 reps
110 reps
18 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
Superset
1AStanding Calf Raise112 reps
110 reps
18 reps
1BFront Squat (Barbell)112 reps
110 reps
18 reps
Superset
2ABulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)112 reps
110 reps
18 reps
2BGlute Kickback (Cable)112 reps
110 reps
18 reps
3Hanging Toes To Bar210 reps

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 x2 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 x2 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 x2 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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