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Guts PPLWP
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Guts PPLWP

Program is set up with very simple but effective progression rules. The whole point is linear progression — adding weight steadily as long as you can recover.

Daven L.
Daven L.· Sep 2025
3athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
8 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
60 min
🔹 Progression Rules in 5×5 Add weight each workout Squat: +5 lb (2.5 kg) every workout Bench Press, Overhead Press, Barbell Row: +5 lb (2.5 kg) every workout Deadlift: +10 lb (5 kg) every workout → Since you train 3x/week, this adds up to ~15 lb/week on squats and ~30 lb/week on deadlifts in the early stages. If you fail a lift (can’t get 5×5 with good form): Retry the same weight at your next session. If you fail 3 times in a row, deload (reduce the weight by 10%) and build back up. Deloads are part of the plan They allow recovery and give you momentum to break past sticking points. The idea is you’ll come back stronger after a reset. When it gets really heavy You’ll eventually stop being able to add weight every workout. At that point, the program suggests switching to 3×5 instead of 5×5 to reduce fatigue and allow progress.

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
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
Triceps
11.3%
Quadriceps
10.6%
Glutes
9.7%
Hamstrings
8.8%
Abs
8.8%
Front Delts
7.8%
Chest
7.4%
Upper Back
6.1%
Biceps
5.5%
Lats
4.7%
Middle Delts
4.4%
Rear Delts
4.2%
Forearms
3%
Adductors
2.5%
Abductors
1.9%
Calves
1.9%
Lower Back
1.6%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)55 reps+5 lbs
2Dumbbell Row310–12 reps+5 lbs
3Chest Supported Row (Dumbbell)38–10 reps+5 lbs
4Pullover (EZ Bar)312–15 reps+5 lbs
5Hammer Curl (Dumbbell)310–12 reps+5 lbs
6Rear Delt Fly (Dumbbell)310–12 reps+2.5 lbs
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)55 reps+5 lbs
2Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)310–12 reps+5 lbs
3Incline Chest Fly (Dumbbell)312–15 reps+5 lbs
4Skull Crusher (Dumbbell)38 reps+5 lbs
5JM Press28–10 reps+5 lbs
6Sit Up310–12 reps+1 lbs
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)55 reps+5 lbs
2Reverse Nordic Curl38–10 reps@9
3Hip Abduction (Band)310 reps@9
4Platz Squat310–12 reps+5 lbs
5Standing Calf Raise312–15 reps+5 lbs
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)38–12 reps+2.5 lbs
2Seated Overhead Press (Barbell)28–12 reps+5 lbs
3Incline Curl (Dumbbell)310–12 reps+5 lbs
4French Press310 reps+5 lbs
5Preacher Curl (Barbell)212–15 reps+5 lbs
6Tricep Kickback212–15 reps+5 lbs
7Lying Leg Raise310–20 reps@9

Weeks 2–8 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, Guts PPLWP 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 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.

Guts PPLWP 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 8 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Guts PPLWP 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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