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Simple Strength
Beginner–IntermediateFree

Simple Strength

Super simple strength program that is built on sets of 4. This program is based on alternating workouts utilizing simple linear progression.

John K.
John K.· Mar 2026
1athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
4 weeks
Days / week
3 days
Level
Beginner, Intermediate
Goal
Strength, Muscle
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
60 min
Unlock your strength potential with the Simple Strength program, a 4-week program that is designed to be run over and over again. Based on the main powerlifting lifts, each workout lasts about 60 minutes, this minimalistic program contains zero fluff. You can either add weight every single workout, or once a week.

Who it's for

Beginners new to structured strength training
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 3 days per week
Athletes who train in a garage gym (barbell, rack, and basic free weights)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Front Delts
17.3%
Triceps
15.4%
Middle Delts
9.6%
Quadriceps
9.6%
Glutes
9.6%
Hamstrings
9.6%
Abs
8.7%
Chest
7.7%
Upper Back
3.8%
Adductors
2.9%
Biceps
1.9%
Lower Back
1.9%
Lats
1.9%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Upright Row (Barbell)14 reps@7–9.5
2Bench Press (Paused)44 reps@7–9.5
3Deadlift (Barbell)24 reps@7–9.5
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Chin-Up (Bodyweight)14 reps@7–9.5
2Overhead Press (Barbell)44 reps@7–9.5
3High Bar Squat (Barbell)34 reps@7–9.5
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Chin-Up (Bodyweight)14 reps@7–9.5
2Overhead Press (Barbell)44 reps@7–9.5
3High Bar Squat (Barbell)34 reps@7–9.5

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, Simple Strength 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 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.

Simple Strength is structured around 3 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.

Simple Strength 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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