Probably shitty PPL

by Jeffrey W.

Program Description

My lower back is shit so no more Deadlifts or Barbell squats. But I still want a big bench. If you’re in the same boat give this a shot. For each exercise start with a weight you can complete three sets of ten with. Add weight when you’re able to complete three sets of 15 with good form and 1-2 reps in reserve. 5# for upper, 10# for lower, or whatever the next increment is on the machine. The last set of barbell bench should be an amrap. After 6 weeks take a deload week.

Program Overview

  • Level
    Novice, Beginner, Intermediate
  • Goal
    Bodybuilding
  • Equipment
    Full Gym
  • Program Length
    6 weeks
  • Time Per Workout
    60 minutes
  • Created
    Jun 15, 2024 03:05
  • Last Edited
    Jun 18, 2025 08:47

Summary

Dive into the "Probably Shitty PPL" program, a no-nonsense, 6-week journey designed for those ready to embrace a straightforward Push, Pull, Legs routine. With three training days each week, you'll engage in a variety of machine, cable, and bodyweight exercises that target all major muscle groups, ensuring balanced development and strength gains. This program is perfect for lifters of all levels looking to build muscle and improve overall fitness in a supportive, structured environment. Get ready to push your limits and see real results!
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WEEK 1
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
WEEK 4
WEEK 5
WEEK 6
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Incline Bench Press (Barbell)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
2
Chest Press (Machine)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
3
Chest Fly (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
4
Dip (Assisted)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
5
Incline Curl (Dumbbell)
3
15 reps
-
6
Cable Crunch
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
1
3 reps
3 reps
RPE 6
RPE 9
2
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
3
Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
4
Concentration Curl
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
5
Dip (Assisted)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
6
Cable Crunch
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Incline Bench Press (Barbell)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
2
Chest Press (Machine)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
3
Chest Fly (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
4
Dip (Assisted)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
5
Incline Curl (Dumbbell)
3
15 reps
-
6
Cable Crunch
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
1
3 reps
3 reps
RPE 6
RPE 9
2
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
3
Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
4
Concentration Curl
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
5
Dip (Assisted)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
6
Cable Crunch
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Incline Bench Press (Barbell)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
2
Chest Press (Machine)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
3
Chest Fly (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
4
Dip (Assisted)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
5
Incline Curl (Dumbbell)
3
15 reps
-
6
Cable Crunch
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
3
1
3 reps
3 reps
RPE 6
RPE 9
2
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
3
Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
4
Concentration Curl
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
5
Dip (Assisted)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
6
Cable Crunch
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
2
Upright Row (Barbell)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
3
Chest Supported Row (Machine)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
4
Lat Pulldown
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
5
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
6
Leg Raise (Captain's Chair)
3
15 reps
RPE 7
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Shoulder Press (Machine)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
2
Lateral Raise (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
3
Seated Row (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
4
Pull-Up (Assisted)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
5
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
6
Leg Raise (Captain's Chair)
3
15 reps
RPE 7
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
2
Upright Row (Barbell)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
3
Chest Supported Row (Machine)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
4
Lat Pulldown
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
5
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
6
Leg Raise (Captain's Chair)
3
15 reps
RPE 7
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Shoulder Press (Machine)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
2
Lateral Raise (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
3
Seated Row (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
4
Pull-Up (Assisted)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
5
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
6
Leg Raise (Captain's Chair)
3
15 reps
RPE 7
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
2
Upright Row (Barbell)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
3
Chest Supported Row (Machine)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
4
Lat Pulldown
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
5
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
6
Leg Raise (Captain's Chair)
3
15 reps
RPE 7
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Shoulder Press (Machine)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
2
Lateral Raise (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
3
Seated Row (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
4
Pull-Up (Assisted)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
5
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
6
Leg Raise (Captain's Chair)
3
15 reps
RPE 7
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Belt Squat
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
2
Leg Press
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
15 reps
RPE 6
4
Leg Curl
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
5
Bicep Curl (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
3
15 reps
-
2
Leg Press
3
15 reps
-
3
Lunge (Dumbbell)
3
15 reps
-
4
Lying Leg Curl
3
15 reps
-
5
Bicep Curl (EZ Bar)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Belt Squat
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
2
Leg Press
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
15 reps
RPE 6
4
Leg Curl
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
5
Bicep Curl (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
3
15 reps
-
2
Leg Press
3
15 reps
-
3
Lunge (Dumbbell)
3
15 reps
-
4
Lying Leg Curl
3
15 reps
-
5
Bicep Curl (EZ Bar)
3
15 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Belt Squat
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
2
Leg Press
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3
15 reps
RPE 6
4
Leg Curl
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
5
Bicep Curl (Cable)
2
1
15 reps
15 reps
RPE 7
RPE 9
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Hack Squat
3
15 reps
-
2
Leg Press
3
15 reps
-
3
Lunge (Dumbbell)
3
15 reps
-
4
Lying Leg Curl
3
15 reps
-
5
Bicep Curl (EZ Bar)
3
15 reps
-
Week 1
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Day 2
1
Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell)
2 Sets
1 Set
15 Reps
15 Reps
@7
@9
2
Upright Row (Barbell)
2 Sets
1 Set
15 Reps
15 Reps
@7
@9
3
Chest Supported Row (Machine)
2 Sets
1 Set
15 Reps
15 Reps
@7
@9
4
Lat Pulldown
2 Sets
1 Set
15 Reps
15 Reps
@7
@9
5
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
2 Sets
1 Set
15 Reps
15 Reps
@7
@9
6
Leg Raise (Captain's Chair)
3 Sets
15 Reps
@7
Day 1
1
Incline Bench Press (Barbell)
2 Sets
1 Set
15 Reps
15 Reps
@7
@9
2
Chest Press (Machine)
2 Sets
1 Set
15 Reps
15 Reps
@7
@9
3
Chest Fly (Cable)
2 Sets
1 Set
15 Reps
15 Reps
@7
@9
4
Dip (Assisted)
2 Sets
1 Set
15 Reps
15 Reps
@7
@9
5
Incline Curl (Dumbbell)
3 Sets
15 Reps
-
6
Cable Crunch
2 Sets
1 Set
15 Reps
15 Reps
@7
@9
Day 3
1
Belt Squat
2 Sets
1 Set
15 Reps
15 Reps
@7
@9
2
Leg Press
2 Sets
1 Set
15 Reps
15 Reps
@7
@9
3
Stiff Leg Deadlift
3 Sets
15 Reps
@6
4
Leg Curl
2 Sets
1 Set
15 Reps
15 Reps
@7
@9
5
Bicep Curl (Cable)
2 Sets
1 Set
15 Reps
15 Reps
@7
@9