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Tactical Barbell Mass Template
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Tactical Barbell Mass Template

A powerful and unconventional approach to growing muscle. It's a distant forefather of the popular Operator template

zcd
zcd· Nov 2024
36athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
3 weeks
Days / week
6 days
Level
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Goal
Muscle, Strength, Women's
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
60 min
Peaking - optional on week 3 you can follow a peaking protocol by doing only one work set at 80% (squat on day 1, bench on day 3), then add some weight to the bar and try for 1-3 reps, repeat as many times as possible. Alternatively you can make the last set AMRAP or try AMSAP (as many sets as possible) If you can do 12 bodyweight pullups you qualify for weighted pullups. If you can't, swap in barbell rows, romanian deadlifts or another pull exercise Conditioning options: Walk 30-60 mins Ruck 30-60 mins with 10-50lbs Recovery run 20-30 mins Walk 30-60 mins + Sprint 50-100m every 5-10 mins Sprint 30m for 5-10 rounds For hardgainers keep to the minimum time for all of the above Progression - every 3-6 weeks add 5-10 lbs to 1RMs (5lbs upper body, 10 lbs lower body)

Who it's for

Athletes of all experience levels
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 6 days per week
Athletes who train in a garage gym (barbell, rack, and basic free weights)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Quadriceps
12.3%
Glutes
12.3%
Hamstrings
12.3%
Chest
8.9%
Triceps
8.9%
Front Delts
8.9%
Lats
8.9%
Upper Back
8.9%
Abs
6.1%
Adductors
4.5%
Biceps
4.5%
Cardio
1.9%
Lower Back
1.7%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)48 reps65%
2Squat (Barbell)48 reps65%
3Pull-Up (Weighted)48 reps65%
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Cardio130–60 min
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)48 reps65%
2Squat (Barbell)48 reps65%
3Pull-Up (Weighted)48 reps65%
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Cardio130–60 min
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)48 reps65%
2Squat (Barbell)48 reps65%
3Pull-Up (Weighted)48 reps65%
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)45 reps65%

Weeks 2–3 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, Tactical Barbell Mass Template is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 3 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 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.

Tactical Barbell Mass Template is structured around 6 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 3 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Tactical Barbell Mass Template 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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