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6 Day Split - Push/Pull/Abs/Legs/Shoulders/Core
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6 Day Split - Push/Pull/Abs/Legs/Shoulders/Core

One rest day program for dedicated intermediate lifters that want to put in more effort to accelerate their gains- using only dumbbells and barbell. Mon-Sat

Goldenberg
Goldenberg· Oct 2024
622athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
12 weeks
Days / week
6 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Muscle, Women's, Bodyweight Fitness
Equipment
Dumbbell Only
Session length
60 min
The purpose of this 6-day bodybuilding resistance training program is to provide an effective and efficient workout regimen that utilizes only dumbbells and barbells to foster muscle growth and strength quickly. Designed for dedicated individuals seeking to optimize their fitness, this program focuses on the best exercises that promote functional strength and muscle hypertrophy without exhaustion and unnecessary fatigue and without the need for cables or complex equipment. Each workout is strategically crafted to target specific muscle groups, allowing for adequate recovery while maintaining high intensity 6 days a week. By following this program, trainees will maximize their gains, improve their overall physique, and develop a sustainable approach to resistance training. Monday- Push day Tuesday- Pull day Wednesday- Abs day Thursday- Legs day Friday- Shoulders day Saturday- Core day *For a less vigorous process you can turn this program to a asynchronous program (not aligned with the weekdays) by taking a rest day after every two training days before resuming the program in order to allow for more physical and mental recovery. Another great recommendation is to merge legs and shoulders into one day of Lower/Upper Body Supersets! -The program was recently updated to include progression over the weeks, starting from week 5 onwards, rejoin for updated workouts.

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on building muscle size
Athletes who can train 6 days per week
Athletes with access to a set of dumbbells

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Abs
18.6%
Front Delts
11.6%
Upper Back
9.4%
Triceps
8.7%
Chest
8.6%
Middle Delts
8.2%
Quadriceps
7%
Biceps
5.9%
Glutes
5.4%
Lats
4.4%
Hamstrings
2.8%
Forearms
2.3%
Rear Delts
2.1%
Calves
2%
Adductors
1%
Olympic
1%
Other
0.5%
Lower Back
0.4%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)112 reps
210 reps
18 reps
2Bench Press (Dumbbell)112 reps@6.5
210 reps@8
18 reps@9
3Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)112 reps@7
210 reps@8
18 reps@9
4Pec Fly (Dumbbell)112 reps@8
110 reps@8.5
18 reps@9
5Skull Crusher (Dumbbell)310 reps@7
6Overhead Press (Dumbbell)110 reps@8
18 reps@9
16 reps@9.5
7Lying Tricep Extension (Barbell)110–12 reps@8
18–10 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Dumbbell Row112 reps@6.5
210 reps@8
18 reps@8.5
2Barbell Row310 reps@8
3Pullover (Dumbbell)115 reps@6.5
112 reps@7.5
110 reps@8.5
4Incline Curl (Dumbbell)310 reps@8
5Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)18 reps@9
16 reps@10
6Hammer Curl18 reps@9
16 reps@10
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Sit Up110 reps
420 reps
2Lying Leg Raise110 reps
112 reps
114 reps
116 reps
3Oblique Crunch420 reps
4Decline Crunch (Weighted)112 reps@7
110 reps@8
110 reps@8.5
5Landmine Twist120 reps@7.5
220 reps@8
6Hanging Leg Raise110 reps
28 reps
7Hanging Toes To Bar110 reps
25 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Lunge (Dumbbell)112 reps@6
310 reps@7.5
2Step-Up (Weighted)312 reps@8
3Squat (Barbell)310 reps@8
4Clean Deadlift18 reps@8
16 reps@8.5
16 reps@9
5Calf Raise (Bodyweight)212 reps@6.5
6Standing Calf Raise212 reps@7
7Power Clean13 reps@9
12 reps@10
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)112 reps@6
112 reps@7
110 reps@8
2Front Raise310 reps@8
3Lying Rear Lateral Raise310 reps@8
4Lying Side Lateral Raise310 reps@8
5Upright Row (Barbell)310 reps@8
6Arnold Press310 reps@8
7Military Press (Barbell)110 reps@8
110 reps@9
8Shrug (Barbell)112 reps@8
110 reps@9
18 reps@10
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Stretching15–10 min
2Plank20.5–1 min
3Side Plank20.5–1 min
4Dynamic Side Plank210–20 reps
5Bent Leg Raise210–20 reps
6Dead Hang10.5–1 min
10.5–1.5 min

Weeks 2–12 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, 6 Day Split - Push/Pull/Abs/Legs/Shoulders/Core is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 12 weeks are fully unlocked.

This program is built around a dumbbell only. 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.

6 Day Split - Push/Pull/Abs/Legs/Shoulders/Core is structured around 6 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 12 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

6 Day Split - Push/Pull/Abs/Legs/Shoulders/Core 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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