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First Conjugate
Intermediate–AdvancedFree

First Conjugate

Cruz K.
Cruz K.· Jul 2025
2athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
8 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Goal
Strength, Muscle, Athletics
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
60 min
This is for people who understand the basics of what the conjugate or Westside training methods are. Without this understanding, you will not get the most out of this workout. It consists of 2 dynamic days and 2 max effort days. For intermediate or advanced lifters. New max on one of Squat, Overhead Press, Bench, or Deadlift every 2 weeks. Start with Wenning Warmup superset with no breaks when not maxing out on one of these. A week consists of 2 max effort and 2 dynamic effort days. On dynamic days use lightweight with bands and/or chains on the main lift and move the weight at maximum velocity. On max days, the main movement can be modified to a similar movement to work on weaknesses or because you don’t have the equipment needed but do not to repeat the same max effort exercise in multiple weeks. Work up to 90-100% on most max effort lifts and then back off to 80% for follow on sets. You will need to add warmup sets as needed. When starting the program it asks for lots of 1RM to help autofill data. It’s okay to enter 0 or rough guesses the first time through the program. On max effort days, you will find these values and be able to fill them in during your workout.

Who it's for

Athletes at the Intermediate–Advanced level
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
Triceps
13.2%
Hamstrings
11.4%
Glutes
11.2%
Quadriceps
11%
Chest
9.8%
Front Delts
9.1%
Upper Back
7.9%
Lats
6.9%
Lower Back
4.7%
Abs
3.9%
Biceps
3.6%
Middle Delts
2.2%
Adductors
2.2%
Rear Delts
1.7%
Olympic
1.2%
Forearms
0.2%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
Superset
1AIncline Bench Press (Dumbbell)425 reps@6
1BTricep Rope Push Down (Cable)425 reps@6
1CSeated Row (Cable)425 reps@6
2Speed Bench Press93 reps45%
3Speed Overhead Press62 reps45%
4Dip (Weighted)28–12 reps@8
5Rear Delt Cable fly312–15 reps@8
6Bicep Curl (Barbell)38 reps@8
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
Superset
1ALying Leg Curl425 reps@6
1BStanding Cable Crunch425 reps@6
1CSquat (Bodyweight)425 reps
2Box Squat (Barbell)82 reps50%
3Sumo Deadlift (Barbell)61 rep50%
4Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)38–12 reps@8
Superset
5AOblique Twists212 reps@8
5BLying Leg Raise212 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
Superset
1AIncline Bench Press (Dumbbell)425 reps@6
1BTricep Rope Push Down (Cable)425 reps@6
1CWide Grip Lat Pulldown425 reps@6
2Bench Press (Swiss Bar)11 rep90%
35 reps80%
3Chest Supported Row (Swiss Bar)48–12 reps@8
4Rolling Tricep Extension (Dumbbell)412 reps@8
Superset
5AKnee Raise (Captain's Chair)2AMRAP
5BSlam Ball20.5 min
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)11 rep100%
35 reps80%
2Lying Leg Curl38–12 reps@8
3Back Extension315 reps
4Wide Grip Lat Pulldown38–12 reps@8
Superset
5AReverse Hyperextension315 reps@7
5BWood Chop (High To Low)315 reps@7

Weeks 2–8 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, First Conjugate is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 8 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 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.

First Conjugate 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 8 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

First Conjugate 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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