Home Dumbbell Training

by Stephen C.

Program Description

Compound lower body movements follow a wave loading progression. Work up to initial set at prescribed (RPE8) and then repeat for 2 additional sets. Week-over-week, add smallest available load and reduce reps by 1. After each 3 week wave, repeat cycle with load increased compared to previous wave (smallest increment). Myo-rep exercises start with one "activation" set of 12-15 reps, taken to (near-)failure, followed 15-20 seconds of rest (3-5 deep breaths), before continuing with 1-6 sets of 3-5 reps with the same weight and rest interval. If you finish 6 rest-pause sets, or fail to hit 3 reps, stop. Add weight to an exercise (smallest available increment) when you can complete 45 reps across the 7 sets (15 + 6x5) with reasonable and intentional form. If you fail to get 3 rest-pause sets of 5 reps, reduce weight by smallest available increment. Use Farmer's Carries to improve grip, core, arm and back strength with a touch of conditioning. Focus on maintaining proper posture. Percentages based on max 50' carry (1RM) without drops. Every-minute-on-the-minute (EMOM), farmer's carry for the prescribed distance at the percentage 1RM. Add smallest available increment (10 lbs, 5lb per dumbbell) after each 3 week wave and repeat cycle.

Program Overview

  • Level
    Intermediate
  • Goal
    Bodybuilding
  • Equipment
    Dumbbell Only
  • Program Length
    3 weeks
  • Time Per Workout
    40 minutes
  • Created
    Aug 13, 2025 01:42
  • Last Edited
    Aug 13, 2025 02:59

Summary

Transform your fitness journey with this dynamic 3-week Home Dumbbell Training program, designed for six days of action-packed workouts. Each session focuses on essential movements that target all major muscle groups, including the chest, back, arms, and legs, using just a pair of dumbbells. With a mix of strength and endurance exercises, you'll build muscle, improve stability, and enhance overall fitness. Get ready to challenge yourself and see real results from the comfort of your home!
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WEEK 1
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
2
Bent Over Row (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
3
Skull Crusher (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Farmer's Walk (Weighted)
1
10 mins
80%
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
2
Bent Over Row (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
3
Skull Crusher (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Farmer's Walk (Weighted)
1
10 mins
85%
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
2
Bent Over Row (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
3
Skull Crusher (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Farmer's Walk (Weighted)
1
10 mins
90%
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Cossack Squat
1
2
8 reps
8 reps
RPE 8
-
2
Single Leg Deadlift (Dumbbell)
1
2
8 reps
8 reps
RPE 8
-
3
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Cossack Squat
1
2
7 reps
7 reps
RPE 8
-
2
Single Leg Deadlift (Dumbbell)
1
2
7 reps
7 reps
RPE 8
-
3
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Cossack Squat
1
2
6 reps
6 reps
RPE 8
-
2
Single Leg Deadlift (Dumbbell)
1
2
6 reps
6 reps
RPE 8
-
3
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
2
Upright Row (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
3
Skull Crusher (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Farmer's Walk (Weighted)
1
10 mins
70%
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
2
Upright Row (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
3
Skull Crusher (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Farmer's Walk (Weighted)
1
10 mins
75%
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
2
Upright Row (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
3
Skull Crusher (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Farmer's Walk (Weighted)
1
10 mins
80%
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
B-Stance Romanian Deadlift (Dumbbell)
1
2
8 reps
8 reps
RPE 8
-
2
Lateral Lunge
1
2
8 reps
8 reps
RPE 8
-
3
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
B-Stance Romanian Deadlift (Dumbbell)
1
2
7 reps
7 reps
RPE 8
-
2
Lateral Lunge
1
2
7 reps
7 reps
RPE 8
-
3
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
B-Stance Romanian Deadlift (Dumbbell)
1
2
6 reps
6 reps
RPE 8
-
2
Lateral Lunge
1
2
6 reps
6 reps
RPE 8
-
3
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
Day 5
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
2
Chest Supported Row (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
3
Skull Crusher (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Farmer's Walk (Weighted)
1
10 mins
60%
Day 5
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
2
Chest Supported Row (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
3
Skull Crusher (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Farmer's Walk (Weighted)
1
10 mins
65%
Day 5
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
2
Chest Supported Row (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
3
Skull Crusher (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Farmer's Walk (Weighted)
1
10 mins
70%
Day 6
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)
1
2
8 reps
8 reps
RPE 8
-
2
Stiff Leg Deadlift (Dumbbell)
1
2
8 reps
8 reps
RPE 8
-
3
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
Day 6
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)
1
2
7 reps
7 reps
RPE 8
-
2
Stiff Leg Deadlift (Dumbbell)
1
2
7 reps
7 reps
RPE 8
-
3
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
Day 6
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)
1
2
6 reps
6 reps
RPE 8
-
2
Stiff Leg Deadlift (Dumbbell)
1
2
6 reps
6 reps
RPE 8
-
3
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1
6
12-15 reps
3-
RPE 9-10
RPE 9-10
Week 1
1 / 3 Weeks
Day 1
1
Bench Press (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6 Sets
12-15 Reps
3-
@9-10
@9-10
2
Bent Over Row (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6 Sets
12-15 Reps
3-
@9-10
@9-10
3
Skull Crusher (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6 Sets
12-15 Reps
3-
@9-10
@9-10
4
Farmer's Walk (Weighted)
1 Set
10 mins
80%
Day 2
1
Cossack Squat
1 Set
2 Sets
8 Reps
8 Reps
@8
-
2
Single Leg Deadlift (Dumbbell)
1 Set
2 Sets
8 Reps
8 Reps
@8
-
3
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6 Sets
12-15 Reps
3-
@9-10
@9-10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6 Sets
12-15 Reps
3-
@9-10
@9-10
Day 3
1
Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6 Sets
12-15 Reps
3-
@9-10
@9-10
2
Upright Row (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6 Sets
12-15 Reps
3-
@9-10
@9-10
3
Skull Crusher (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6 Sets
12-15 Reps
3-
@9-10
@9-10
4
Farmer's Walk (Weighted)
1 Set
10 mins
70%
Day 4
1
B-Stance Romanian Deadlift (Dumbbell)
1 Set
2 Sets
8 Reps
8 Reps
@8
-
2
Lateral Lunge
1 Set
2 Sets
8 Reps
8 Reps
@8
-
3
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6 Sets
12-15 Reps
3-
@9-10
@9-10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6 Sets
12-15 Reps
3-
@9-10
@9-10
Day 5
1
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6 Sets
12-15 Reps
3-
@9-10
@9-10
2
Chest Supported Row (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6 Sets
12-15 Reps
3-
@9-10
@9-10
3
Skull Crusher (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6 Sets
12-15 Reps
3-
@9-10
@9-10
4
Farmer's Walk (Weighted)
1 Set
10 mins
60%
Day 6
1
Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)
1 Set
2 Sets
8 Reps
8 Reps
@8
-
2
Stiff Leg Deadlift (Dumbbell)
1 Set
2 Sets
8 Reps
8 Reps
@8
-
3
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6 Sets
12-15 Reps
3-
@9-10
@9-10
4
Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
1 Set
6 Sets
12-15 Reps
3-
@9-10
@9-10