Bear Strength’s Hardcore Powerlifting
Get strong with the basics!
Overview
Who it's for
Muscle engagement
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bench Press (Barbell) | 3 | 10 reps | 60% |
| 2 | Tempo Bench Press | 2 | 10 reps | @6.5–7 |
| 3 | Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell) | 2 | 12–15 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 4 | Lat Pulldown | 3 | 12–15 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 5 | Seated Row (Cable) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 6 | Tricep Pushdown (Cable) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 7 | Bicep Curl (Dumbbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @7–7.5 |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Squat (Barbell) | 3 | 10 reps | 60% |
| 2 | Hack Squat | 2 | 10 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 3 | Leg Press | 2 | 10 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 4 | Leg Extension | 3 | 12–15 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 5 | Glute Kickback | 3 | 12–15 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 6 | Crunch Holds | 2 | 0.5 min | @7 |
| 7 | Wall Press Dead Bug | 3 | 12–15 reps | @7–7.5 |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Overhead Press (Barbell) | 3 | 10 reps | 60% |
| 2 | Incline Bench Press (Barbell) | 3 | 10 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 3 | Bench Press (Close Grip) | 3 | 10 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 4 | Arnold Press | 2 | 12–15 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 5 | Lateral Raise (Dumbbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 6 | Upright Row (Barbell) | 3 | 12–15 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 7 | Seated Dips | 2 | 10 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 8 | Skullcrusher (EZ Bar) | 2 | 12–15 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 9 | V-Handle Tricep Pushdown (Cable) | 2 | 12–15 reps | @7–7.5 |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deadlift (Barbell) | 3 | 10 reps | 60% |
| 2 | Stiff Leg Deadlift | 2 | 10 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 3 | Bent Over Row (Barbell) | 2 | 10 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 4 | Dumbbell Row | 2 | 12–15 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 5 | Shrug (Barbell) | 2 | 12–15 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 6 | Rear Delt Fly (Dumbbell) | 2 | 12–15 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 7 | Hammer Curl | 3 | 10 reps | @7–7.5 |
| 8 | Bicep Curl (EZ Bar) | 3 | 10 reps | @7–7.5 |
Weeks 2–10 are in the app
Download Boostcamp to follow the full program with auto-progression and built-in coaching notes.
Common questions
Yes, Bear Strength’s Hardcore Powerlifting is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 10 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 90 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.
Bear Strength’s Hardcore Powerlifting 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 10 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.
Bear Strength’s Hardcore Powerlifting 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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