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Astartes Training Protocol
Intermediate–AdvancedFree

Astartes Training Protocol

In the grim darkness of the far future, there is only war

Craig Z.
Craig Z.· Jan 2026
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
4 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Goal
Muscle, Strength, Athletics
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
60 min
This Space Marine program builds functional strength, armor-bearing load capacity, and mixed-modal conditioning through heavy compounds, carries, sled work, and “crusade” sessions. It aims to enhance resilience, work capacity, and disciplined training habits for demanding, combat-inspired performance beyond simple aesthetics. Aim to add 2.5–5 lb to main lifts each week if bar speed and technique are solid. If a day buries you, hold the load and cut one set from accessories rather than main lifts.

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 with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Quadriceps
16.3%
Glutes
14.1%
Hamstrings
12.6%
Abs
11%
Front Delts
9.6%
Triceps
8.6%
Chest
5.2%
Lower Back
3.4%
Middle Delts
3.4%
Upper Back
3.2%
Adductors
2.9%
Lats
2.7%
Olympic
2.3%
Biceps
1.4%
Full-Body
1.4%
Other
1.1%
Forearms
0.9%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Squat (Barbell)55 reps
Superset
2ABench Press (Barbell)55 reps
2BWalking Lunge (Dumbbell)310 reps
Superset
3AFarmer's Walk (Weighted)430–40 reps
3BRussian Twist (Dumbbell)345–60 sec
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)53 reps80%
2Overhead Press (Barbell)55 reps
3Bent Over Row (Barbell)48 reps
4Zercher hold10 min
5Back Extension (Weighted)10 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Front Squat (Barbell)44 reps
2Pull-Up (Weighted)45 reps
Superset
3ASled push4AMRAP
3BKettlebell Swing415 reps
3CStep-Up (Weighted)410 reps
Superset
4AMountain Climber15 min
4BZercher March15 min
#ExerciseSetsReps
Superset
1AAir Rower6AMRAP
1BPush Up612 reps
1CSquat (Bodyweight)612 reps
1DHanging Knee Raise68 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, Astartes Training Protocol 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 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.

Astartes Training Protocol 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.

Astartes Training Protocol 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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