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Minimalist Strength Programme (volume)
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Minimalist Strength Programme (volume)

A minimalist hypertrophy program built around heavy compounds, simple progression, and sustainable training frequency

Thomas Regan.
Thomas Regan.· Mar 2026
1athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
6 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
40 min
This program is designed to build muscle through progressive compound lifts and targeted accessory work while keeping training simple and recoverable. Using a rotating schedule and a 10–8–6 rep wave, it balances mechanical tension and hypertrophy volume without excessive exercises or training days. The goal is to deliver consistent muscle growth, steady strength progression, and long-term sustainability. Week 7 half everything for your deload week then go again!

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 4 days per week
Athletes who train in a garage gym (barbell, rack, and basic free weights)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Quadriceps
10.9%
Glutes
10.9%
Hamstrings
10.9%
Upper Back
10.9%
Lats
9%
Triceps
9%
Front Delts
9%
Abs
6.8%
Chest
6.3%
Biceps
3.6%
Rear Delts
3.6%
Adductors
2.7%
Lower Back
2.7%
Middle Delts
2.7%
Forearms
0.9%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)110 reps65%
110 reps70%
110 reps75%
2Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)315 reps@8
3Pull-Up (Bodyweight)4AMRAP@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)110 reps65%
110 reps70%
110 reps75%
2Barbell Row315 reps@8
3Bench Press (Close Grip)4AMRAP@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)18 reps70%
18 reps75%
18 reps80%
2Zercher Squat (Barbell)315 reps@8
3Rear Delt Fly (Dumbbell)4AMRAP@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Overhead Press (Barbell)110 reps65%
110 reps70%
110 reps75%
2Barbell Row3AMRAP@9
3Leaning Dumbbell Lat Raise 4AMRAP@9
4Bicep Curl (Barbell)2AMRAP@9

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, Minimalist Strength Programme (volume) 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 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 40 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.

Minimalist Strength Programme (volume) is structured around 4 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.

Minimalist Strength Programme (volume) 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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