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Big and Simple
IntermediateFree

Big and Simple

Brandon P.
Brandon P.· May 2024
1athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
8 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Muscle
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
70 min
For seasonal mass gaining. Important: read the notes, they will specify how to perform the exercise set wise. Giant sets to be performed by increasing total reps each week rather than focusing on weight. I’m using the free version so custom exercises are limited and specifications are in the notes under the exercise. This program is not intended for beginners. Used more for novice and intermediate lifters who have a general understanding of weight training and how to perform the exercises. Designed more for a busier schedule that wants to focus on linear progression and aesthetics rather than pure one rep max potential. Make sure to do cardio as well. Either low intensity steady state cardio for 90 minutes a week minimum or you may jog, run, bike, swim, etc for the minimum 90min. This is for increasing appetite and general health. Always do your cardio.

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on building muscle size
Athletes who can train 4 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Triceps
10.1%
Upper Back
10.1%
Biceps
9.9%
Chest
9.5%
Quadriceps
9.1%
Calves
7.9%
Hamstrings
7.6%
Front Delts
6.9%
Glutes
6.2%
Lats
6.2%
Middle Delts
5.2%
Adductors
3.3%
Abductors
2.8%
Lower Back
1.9%
Forearms
1.7%
Abs
1.4%
Rear Delts
0.2%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Bench Press (Barbell)15–7 reps
26–10 reps
2Barbell Row36–10 reps
3Chest Fly (Machine)310–15 reps
4Nautilus Unilateral Pulldown38–15 reps
5Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)2AMRAP
6Bicep Curl (Machine)38–15 reps
7Upright Row (Barbell)140+ reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Seated Hamstring Curl310–20 reps
2Squat (Barbell)15–7 reps
26–10 reps
3Leg Extension310–15 reps
4Seated Calf Raise510–15 reps
5Hip Adductor (Machine)310–20 reps
6Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)310–15 reps
115–25 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Incline Bench Press (Smith Machine)15–7 reps
26–10 reps
2Pull-Up (Weighted)26–10 reps
110–20 reps
3Chest Fly (Machine)310–15 reps
4Seated Row (Machine)38–15 reps
5Bicep Curl (EZ Bar)28–12 reps
6Bayesian Curl310–20 reps
7Lateral Raise (Machine)140+ reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)36–10 reps
2Leg Press310–15 reps
3Leg Extension2AMRAP
4Hip Abductor (Machine)310–20 reps
5Shoulder Press (Machine)38–12 reps
6Calf Press510–15 reps
7Skull Crusher48–15 reps
Superset
Superset
Superset

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, Big and Simple 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 70 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.

Big and Simple 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.

Big and Simple 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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