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Novice Strength and Fitness
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Novice Strength and Fitness

Training program for beginner strength and fitness trainees.

Geoff F
Geoff F· Jul 2025
1athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
4 weeks
Days / week
5 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Athletics, Women's
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
30 min
The program has been designed for a beginner trainee to build a well rounded base level of strength and cardio fitness. It has been inspired by both Starting Strength and Tactical Barbell. Trainees should review Starting Strength's novice programming guidance prior to commencing. This includes guidance on safety and progressions. After week 4 trainees should take a de-load week. The program can then be repeated if desired. 4 weeks. 5 days per week. 2 days per week adapted from Starting Strength 2 days per week zone 2 cardio 1 day per week conditioning with kettlebell swings

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on athletics and women's
Athletes who can train 5 days per week
Athletes who train in a garage gym (barbell, rack, and basic free weights)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Quadriceps
15.6%
Glutes
15.6%
Hamstrings
15.6%
Abs
9.7%
Triceps
7.8%
Front Delts
7.8%
Adductors
3.9%
Chest
3.9%
Lower Back
3.9%
Middle Delts
3.9%
Lats
3.9%
Upper Back
3.9%
Cardio
2.6%
Biceps
1.9%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Squat (Barbell)35 reps
2Bench Press (Barbell)35 reps
3Deadlift (Barbell)35 reps
4Bodyweight Row38 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Cardio (Zone 2)130 min
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Squat (Barbell)35 reps
2Overhead Press (Barbell)35 reps
3Deadlift (Barbell)35 reps
4Chin-Up (Assisted)35 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Cardio (Zone 2)130 min
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Alternating Single Arm Kettlebell Swings120 reps
2Alternating Single Arm Kettlebell Swings120 reps
3Alternating Single Arm Kettlebell Swings120 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, Novice Strength and Fitness 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 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 30 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.

Novice Strength and Fitness is structured around 5 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.

Novice Strength and Fitness 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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