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Muscle and power building ( main powerifting)
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Muscle and power building ( main powerifting)

This program is kind of build muscle and strength

Nithin E.
Nithin E.· Oct 2024
15athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
5 weeks
Days / week
5 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Bodyweight Fitness, Strength
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
150 min
focus on the three main lifts: squat, bench press, and deadlift. Structure your training around these lifts, incorporating progressive overload to increase strength over time. Aim for a mix of heavy lifting days and lighter technique-focused sessions. Include accessory exercises to target supporting muscle groups, and ensure proper rest and nutrition to aid recovery and performance.

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on maximal strength
Athletes who can train 5 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Biceps
12.7%
Triceps
11.7%
Upper Back
11.4%
Quadriceps
9.7%
Lats
8.5%
Chest
8.5%
Front Delts
7.6%
Glutes
7.5%
Hamstrings
6%
Abs
4.2%
Middle Delts
3.9%
Lower Back
2.4%
Adductors
2.1%
Rear Delts
2%
Forearms
1.8%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Squat (Barbell)13 reps60%
12 reps70%
11 rep90%
11 rep100%
45 reps80%
2Deadlift (Barbell)25 reps75%
3Pull-Up (Weighted)15 reps60%
25 reps70%
11 rep100%
16 reps65%
18 reps40%
4Preacher Curl (Barbell)15–6 reps60%
28–10 reps80%
16–8 reps70%
18–10 reps60%
5Incline Curl (Dumbbell)18–10 reps@7
28–10 reps@8.5
16–8 reps@10
18–10 reps@6.5
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Bench Press (Barbell)13 reps30%
14 reps50%
14 reps65%
13 reps80%
11 rep90%
2Bench Press (Barbell)1AMRAP95%
3Bench Press (Barbell)44–5 reps80%
4Bench Press (Close Grip)18 reps75%
28 reps80%
5Dip (Weighted)18–10 reps@6.5
18–10 reps@7.5
18–10 reps@8.5
12–4 reps@10
6Military Press (Barbell)18 reps@7
28 reps@8
13 reps@10
7Bent Over Row (Barbell, Paused)18 reps@7
18 reps@9
18 reps@10
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Deadlift (Barbell)14 reps40%
14 reps60%
13 reps70%
12 reps80%
11 rep90%
11 rep100%
45 reps80%
2Deficit Deadlift (Barbell)36 reps60%
3Pull-Up (Weighted)15 reps@6
15 reps@7
11 rep@10
25 reps@8
4Lat Pulldown (Single Arm)310 reps@8
5Face Pull112 reps@7
112 reps@8
112 reps@10
6Hanging Leg Raise412 reps@10
7Chin-Up (Bodyweight)210 reps@10
8Preacher Curl (Barbell)112 reps@7
212 reps@8
112 reps@10
9Incline Curl (Dumbbell)110 reps@7
210 reps@8
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Bench Press (Paused)13 reps40%
23 reps50%
45 reps70%
2Squat (Paused)13 reps50%
13 reps60%
35 reps70%
3Dumbbell Row38 reps@8
4Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)112 reps@7
112 reps@8
212 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Military Press (Barbell)13 reps60%
13 reps70%
11 rep100%
45 reps80%
2Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)112 reps@7
112 reps@10
110 reps@10
3Single Arm Rear Delt Cable Fly312 reps@10
4Preacher Curl (Barbell)110 reps@7
210 reps@8
5Incline Curl (Dumbbell)110 reps@7
210 reps@8
6Single Arm Overhead Tricep Extension110 reps@7
210 reps@8
7Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)110 reps@7
210 reps@8

Weeks 2–5 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, Muscle and power building ( main powerifting) is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 5 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 150 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.

Muscle and power building ( main powerifting) 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 5 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Muscle and power building ( main powerifting) 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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