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Bench Specialization part 1 intro block
Intermediate–AdvancedFree

Bench Specialization part 1 intro block

Jonas M.
Jonas M.· Jan 2024
203athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
5 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Goal
Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
60 min
Program is based on modern periodization. The main exercise (bench press) is varied to not get stale and is used in a linear progression style with DUP. The accesories are volumizing and increasing in effort until deload. This is a 4 part program. This is part 1, an introductory phase where volume and intensity increases for bench press. Accesories increase in volume and effort until the last week you take an all out set which can then be used as a benchmark for the rest of the program. It is recommended to always start the program with the intro block, then run the volume block atleast once. The volume block can be run multiple times. Then an intensification block and at last a peaking block to test 1RM on bench press. You can substitute the bench variations for other ones depending on weaknesses. Always bench with a 1s pause. Always bench paused with atleast a 3s pause.

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
Chest
14.6%
Triceps
10.2%
Upper Back
9.5%
Front Delts
9.2%
Glutes
8%
Quadriceps
7.8%
Abs
7.6%
Biceps
6.5%
Lats
6.2%
Middle Delts
5%
Hamstrings
4%
Lower Back
3.5%
Calves
2.8%
Rear Delts
2.7%
Adductors
1.3%
Forearms
1%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)35 reps75%
2Pendlay Row36–8 reps@6
3Pec Deck (Machine)310–12 reps@6
4Dip (Assisted)310–15 reps@6
5Cable Crunch315–20 reps@6
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Spoto Press38 reps60%
2Chest Supported Row (Dumbbell)38–10 reps@6
3Lat Pulldown38–12 reps@6
4Hammer Curl312–15 reps@6
5Back Extension (Weighted)210–15 reps@6
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Paused)15 reps@6
15 reps@7
15 reps@8
2Bench Press (Close Grip)26 reps@7
3Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell)28–12 reps@6
4Preacher Curl (Barbell)310–12 reps@6
5Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)315–20 reps@7
6Face Pull315–20 reps@7
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)13 reps78%
36 reps70%
2Deadlift (Barbell)13 reps78%
25 reps73%
3Leg Raise (Captain's Chair)315–20 reps@7
4Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)210–15 reps@6
5Standing Calf Raise310–15 reps@7

Weeks 2–5 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, Bench Specialization part 1 intro block is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 5 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.

Bench Specialization part 1 intro block 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 5 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Bench Specialization part 1 intro block 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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