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Beginner Basics
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Beginner Basics

Transform your strength and physique in just 12 weeks—build a solid foundation with power and muscle, right from your garage gym!

Joseph K.
Joseph K.· Jun 2025
2athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
12 weeks
Days / week
3 days
Level
Beginner
Goal
Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
50 min
Beginner Basics is a 12-week program designed specifically for those new to strength training. With a structured schedule of 36 workouts using an “A/B” split, you'll engage in essential compound movements such as squats, deadlifts, and bench presses, focusing on building strength and muscle. Each session lasts sub 60 minutes, combining powerbuilding and bodybuilding techniques to maximize newbie strength and muscle gains. Perfect for a garage gym setup, this program will empower you to develop a solid foundation while boosting your confidence in the gym. Get ready to transform your fitness journey! **NOTE FOR PURE BEGINNERS** If you’re just starting your fitness journey, focus first on perfect form and controlled rep tempo before pushing weight or RPE. During Weeks 1–2, consider keeping the weight light (around RPE 6–7) to master movement patterns. From there, gradually increase weight or reps each session. Remember—you’re in this for the long haul. It’s far better to build a solid foundation with lighter weight than to risk injury or stall progress by ego lifting. Learn the basics now, and you’ll set yourself up for long-term success and gains.

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
Quadriceps
14%
Glutes
13%
Hamstrings
12.1%
Upper Back
9%
Triceps
8.7%
Lats
6.8%
Chest
6.5%
Front Delts
6.2%
Lower Back
5.6%
Abs
4.7%
Middle Delts
4.7%
Biceps
4.3%
Adductors
3.7%
Forearms
0.6%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)310 reps@7
2Bench Press (Barbell)310 reps@7
3Deadlift (Barbell)36 reps@7
4Pull-Up (Bodyweight)210 reps@7
5Dip (Bodyweight)210 reps@7
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)310 reps@7
2Standing Behind Neck Shoulder Press (Barbell)310 reps@7
3Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)310 reps@7
4Barbell Row310 reps@7
5Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)212 reps@7
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)310 reps@7
2Bench Press (Barbell)310 reps@7
3Deadlift (Barbell)36 reps@7
4Pull-Up (Bodyweight)210 reps@7
5Dip (Bodyweight)210 reps@7

Weeks 2–12 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, Beginner Basics is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 12 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 50 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.

Beginner Basics 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 12 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Beginner Basics 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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