Lyle McDonald's generic bulking routine
Lyle McDonald's generic bulking routine
Overview
Who it's for
Muscle engagement
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bench Press (Barbell) | 4 | 6–8 reps |
| 2 | Chest Supported Row (Machine) | 4 | 6–8 reps |
| 3 | Seated Overhead Press (Dumbbell) | 3 | 10–12 reps |
| 4 | Lat Pulldown | 3 | 10–12 reps |
| 5 | Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable) | 3 | 12–15 reps |
| 6 | Bicep Curl (Barbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps |
| 7 | Upright Row (Cable) | 3 | 12–15 reps |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Squat (Barbell) | 4 | 6–8 reps |
| 2 | Romanian Deadlift (Barbell) | 4 | 6–8 reps |
| 3 | Leg Extension | 3 | 10–12 reps |
| 4 | Lying Leg Curl | 3 | 12–15 reps |
| 5 | Seated Calf Raise | 3 | 10–12 reps |
| 6 | Calf Raise (Machine) | 3 | 10–12 reps |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bench Press (Barbell) | 4 | 6–8 reps |
| 2 | Seated Wide-Grip Row (Cable) | 4 | 6–8 reps |
| 3 | Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell) | 3 | 10–12 reps |
| 4 | Lat Pulldown (Close Grip) | 3 | 10–12 reps |
| 5 | Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable) | 3 | 12–15 reps |
| 6 | Bicep Curl (Barbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps |
| 7 | Lateral Raise (Cable) | 3 | 12–15 reps |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Squat (Barbell) | 4 | 6–8 reps |
| 2 | Seated Hamstring Curl | 4 | 6–8 reps |
| 3 | Leg Press (45 Degrees) | 3 | 10–12 reps |
| 4 | Lying Leg Curl | 3 | 12–15 reps |
| 5 | Seated Calf Raise | 3 | 10–12 reps |
| 6 | Calf Raise (Machine) | 3 | 10–12 reps |
Weeks 2–7 are in the app
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Common questions
Yes, Lyle McDonald's generic bulking routine is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 7 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 80 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.
Lyle McDonald's generic bulking routine 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 7 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.
Lyle McDonald's generic bulking routine 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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