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Muscle Builder: Bro Split 5 Day
Beginner–IntermediateFree

Muscle Builder: Bro Split 5 Day

JL
JL· Feb 2024
195athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
6 weeks
Days / week
5 days
Level
Intermediate, Beginner
Goal
Muscle
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
60 min
Muscle Builder: 5 Day Bro Split This program follows a body part split, commonly known as a bro split, emphasizing intense focus on one muscle group per workout with ample rest before targeting it again the following week. While it is optimal to train muscle groups more frequently, each approach has its advantages and drawbacks. This plan is for those who prefer bro splits or anyone just seeking a change in their routine. If you have never done a particular exercise, pick a weight that you think will be appropriate for the prescribed reps at the prescribed RPE/RIR. Begin each workout with a 5-10 minute warm up on an elliptical machine or treadmill. Rest for 1 to 2 minutes between sets, depending on the type of exercise. Use shorter rest periods for isolation exercises and longer ones for compound exercises. On rest days, aim for active recovery by staying lightly active, such as going to the gym for mild weight training or opting for cardio exercises. - Feel free to swap exercises as long as they target the same muscle group and maintain the original exercise's complexity, whether compound or isolation. - Modify the repetition range and intensity (RPE/RIR) as needed, aiming for a typical range of 8 to 12 reps for compound exercises and 10 to 16 reps for isolation exercises. The program concludes with a Deload week, aiming to reduce intensity and volume, allowing the body to fully recover. This approach aids in preventing overuse injuries and fostering long-term enhancements in strength and muscle growth.

Who it's for

Beginners new to structured strength training
Athletes focused on building muscle size
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
10.7%
Triceps
9.5%
Chest
9.4%
Front Delts
8.9%
Upper Back
8.8%
Lats
8%
Hamstrings
7.9%
Quadriceps
7.6%
Abs
6.2%
Middle Delts
5.9%
Glutes
5.6%
Calves
5.1%
Lower Back
2.4%
Rear Delts
2.3%
Forearms
1%
Adductors
0.8%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Bench Press (Barbell)30 reps
2Incline Bench Press (Barbell)20 reps
3Chest Fly (Dumbbell)30 reps
4Slant Board Situp20 reps
5Hanging Leg Raise20 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Pull-Up (Assisted)20 reps
2Barbell Row20 reps
3Lat Pulldown20 reps
4Seated Row (Cable)20 reps
5Standng Calf Raise (Machine)30 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Squat (Barbell)20 reps
2Stiff Leg Deadlift20 reps
3Hack Squat20 reps
4Leg Curl20 reps
5Leg Extension20 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Overhead Press (Barbell)20 reps
2Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)20 reps
3Reverse Fly (Machine)20 reps
4Upright Row (Cable)20 reps
5Calf Press (Leg Press Machine)30 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Bicep Curl (Barbell)20 reps
2Dip (Bodyweight)20 reps
3Incline Curl (Dumbbell)20 reps
4Tricep Extension (Cable)20 reps
5Machine Preacher Curl20 reps

Weeks 2–6 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, Muscle Builder: Bro Split 5 Day is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 6 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 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.

Muscle Builder: Bro Split 5 Day 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 6 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Muscle Builder: Bro Split 5 Day 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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