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McGill Big 3 3xWeek
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McGill Big 3 3xWeek

Marcos H.
Marcos H.· Apr 2024
81athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
4 weeks
Days / week
3 days
Level
Beginner
Goal
Athletics
Equipment
At Home
Session length
30 min
3 x week rehab core workout. Based on the workout described in Stuart McGill's book: Back Mechanic. Using the Russian pyramid as recommended by the book. If struggling with exercises check the book for simpler versions of these. Only increase reps if you can maintain perfect form. Did 4 weeks to evaluate each month the progress done.

Who it's for

Beginners new to structured strength training
Athletes focused on athletics
Athletes who can train 3 days per week
Athletes who prefer training at home with minimal equipment

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Abs
71.4%
Lower Back
23.8%
Forearms
4.8%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bird Dog (Reps)16 reps@7
14 reps@7
12 reps@7
2Curl Up (McGill)16 reps@7
14 reps@7
12 reps@7
3Side Plank16 reps@7
14 reps@7
12 reps@7
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bird Dog (Reps)16 reps@7
14 reps@7
12 reps@7
2Curl Up (McGill)16 reps@7
14 reps@7
12 reps@7
3Side Plank16 reps@7
14 reps@7
12 reps@7
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bird Dog (Reps)16 reps@7
14 reps@7
12 reps@7
2Curl Up (McGill)16 reps@7
14 reps@7
12 reps@7
3Side Plank16 reps@7
14 reps@7
12 reps@7

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, McGill Big 3 3xWeek 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 is a home workout program. No gym required. 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 30 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.

McGill Big 3 3xWeek 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.

McGill Big 3 3xWeek 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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