Christian's Updated Powerlifting Program
Powerlifting program designed for beginner and intermediate lifters
Overview
Who it's for
Muscle engagement
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Squat (Barbell) | 1 | 5 reps | 70% |
| 2 | Squat (Barbell) | 3 | 5 reps | @6–7 |
| 3 | Bench Press (Barbell) | 4 | 6 reps | 65% |
| 4 | Deadlift (Barbell) | 3 | 3 reps | 55% |
| 5 | Leg Press | 3 | 12 reps | @6–7 |
| 6 | Leg Curl | 3 | 12 reps | @6–7 |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bench Press (Barbell) | 1 | 3 reps | 72% |
| 2 | Bench Press (Barbell) | 3 | 3 reps | @7 |
| 3 | Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell) | 2 | 10 reps | @7 |
| 4 | Chest Press (Machine) | 3 | 8 reps | @7 |
| 5 | T-Bar Row | 3 | 8 reps | @7 |
| 6 | Bicep Curl (Dumbbell) | 3 | 10 reps | @7 |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bench Press (Barbell) | 5 | 6 reps | @7 |
| 2 | Bench Press (Close Grip) | 3 | 5 reps | @7 |
| 3 | T-Bar Row | 2 | 8 reps | @7 |
| 4 | Dip (Weighted) | 2 | AMRAP | — |
| 5 | Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable) | 2 | 10 reps | @7 |
| 6 | Lateral Raise (Cable) | 3 | 12 reps | — |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deadlift (Barbell) | 1 | 4 reps | 70% |
| 2 | Deadlift (Barbell) | 3 | 4 reps | @7 |
| 3 | Tempo Squat (Barbell) | 3 | 4 reps | @6 |
| 4 | Back Extension | 2 | 8 reps | @7 |
| 5 | Leg Curl | 2 | 8 reps | @7 |
| 6 | Calf Raise (Machine) | 3 | 15 reps | — |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Squat (Barbell) | 4 | 5 reps | @6–6.5 |
| 2 | Deadlift (Paused) | 3 | 4 reps | @6–6.5 |
| 3 | Leg Extension | 3 | 10 reps | @6 |
| 4 | Leg Curl | 3 | 10 reps | @6 |
| 5 | Calf Raise (Machine) | 3 | 15 reps | @6 |
| # | Exercise | Sets | Reps | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bench Press (Barbell) | 6 | 3 reps | 60% |
| 2 | Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell) | 3 | 8 reps | @6 |
| 3 | Chest Fly (Machine) | 2 | 8 reps | @6 |
| 4 | Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable) | 2 | 10 reps | @6 |
| 5 | Skull Crusher (Barbell) | 2 | 8 reps | @6 |
| 6 | Bicep Curl (Dumbbell) | 3 | 10 reps | @6 |
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, Christian's Updated Powerlifting Program 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 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.
Christian's Updated Powerlifting Program 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.
Christian's Updated Powerlifting Program 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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