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Glute Gains & Core Strength: A 4-Day GZCL Program
Beginner–IntermediateFree

Glute Gains & Core Strength: A 4-Day GZCL Program

Kayla B.
Kayla B.· Mar 2025
6athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
8 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Beginner, Intermediate
Goal
Muscle, Strength, Women's
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
60 min
This 4-day gym program is built on the proven GZCL method, designed to maximize strength, size, and athletic performance. It places a strong emphasis on glute development with heavy compound lifts, targeted accessory work, and focused glute activation exercises. In addition to building a powerful lower body, the program incorporates effective upper body training and two dedicated ab circuits to enhance core stability and overall balance. With tailored alternatives for pull exercises, such as lat pulldowns, this routine ensures that every athlete—whether training for aesthetics or performance in sports like paintball—receives a comprehensive, adaptable workout that fosters both functional strength and impressive physique gains. Enjoy a balanced approach that targets muscle growth, core strength, and athletic agility all in one program.

Who it's for

Beginners new to structured strength training
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
Glutes
15.5%
Abs
12.2%
Hamstrings
11.9%
Quadriceps
8.6%
Front Delts
7.6%
Triceps
6.5%
Middle Delts
6.5%
Upper Back
5.8%
Lats
5.8%
Biceps
5.8%
Lower Back
4%
Abductors
2.9%
Chest
2.2%
Forearms
1.4%
Cardio
1.4%
Adductors
1.1%
Rear Delts
1.1%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)33–5 reps85%
2Hip Thrust (Machine)36–8 reps
3Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)310–12 reps
4Glute Kickback (Cable)212–15 reps
5Hip Abductor (Machine)215 reps
Superset
6ALying Leg Raise112–15 reps
6BPlank10.45–1 min
6CWood Chop112–15 reps
6DBicycle Crunch115 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)33–5 reps85%
2Bent Over Row (Dumbbell)36–8 reps
3Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell)38–12 reps
4Lat Pulldown210–12 reps
5Bicep Curl (Barbell)210–12 reps
6Cardio15–10 min
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)33–5 reps85%
2Step-Up (Weighted)36–8 reps
3Single Leg Hip Thrust310–12 reps
4Hip Abductor (Machine)212–15 reps
5Hamstring Curl212–15 reps
6Cardio15–10 min
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Overhead Press (Barbell)33–5 reps80%
2Lat Pulldown36–8 reps
3Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)310–15 reps
4Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)210–12 reps
Superset
5ALying Leg Raise112–15 reps
5BSide Crunch (Cable)115 reps
5CCable Crunch112–15 reps
5DPlank10.45–1 min

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, Glute Gains & Core Strength: A 4-Day GZCL Program 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 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.

Glute Gains & Core Strength: A 4-Day GZCL Program 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.

Glute Gains & Core Strength: A 4-Day GZCL Program 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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