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8 week DUP method (1)
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8 week DUP method (1)

A strength training program made for intermediate lifters that want a simple but effective workout program.

gavin  P.
gavin P.· Jan 2026
1athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
8 weeks
Days / week
3 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Strength
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
100 min
stronger on bench press and the strict curl. This Calgary method bench program will explode your bench in these 8 weeks

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on maximal 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
28.3%
Front Delts
25.4%
Chest
18.1%
Middle Delts
6.8%
Biceps
5%
Forearms
3.9%
Upper Back
3.7%
Abs
3.4%
Rear Delts
2.9%
Lats
2.3%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Pin Press Bench (Barbell)43 reps@8
2Bench Press (Paused)11 rep88%
3Overhead Press (Barbell)35 reps@7
4JM Press36 reps@7
5Comp Curl53 reps70%
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Long Pause Bench Press310 reps60%
2Rear Delt Fly (Cable)18 reps@7
18 reps@7.5
18 reps@8
3Comp Curl36 reps60%
4Pull-Up (Weighted)28 reps@7
5Overhead Press (Barbell)38 reps70%
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Tempo Bench Press46 reps@6
2Rolling Tricep Extension (Dumbbell)38 reps@7

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, 8 week DUP method (1) 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 100 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.

8 week DUP method (1) 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.

8 week DUP method (1) 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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