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Upper Lower Push Pull Legs (Strength + Hypertrophy
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Upper Lower Push Pull Legs (Strength + Hypertrophy

The Hybrid 5: UL/PPL Powerbuilding Split

Kamil Batu
Kamil Batu· Nov 2025
4athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
5 weeks
Days / week
5 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
80 min
A 5-day intermediate program that combines the best of strength training and bodybuilding. This program utilizes a unique hybrid split: Days 1-2 (Upper/Lower): Focus on low-rep strength work (3x5, 3x3) on the Big 3 compounds to build raw power. Days 3-5 (Push/Pull/Legs): Focus on high-rep hypertrophy (8-15 reps) and machine isolation to maximize muscle growth and aesthetics. This program is designed for lifters who want to get significantly stronger without sacrificing physique development.

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 5 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Abs
9.8%
Upper Back
9.8%
Quadriceps
9.4%
Hamstrings
9%
Glutes
8.6%
Front Delts
7.5%
Lats
7.1%
Middle Delts
6.5%
Biceps
6.3%
Triceps
6.3%
Chest
5.9%
Calves
3.9%
Lower Back
3.9%
Rear Delts
2.5%
Forearms
2.4%
Adductors
0.8%
Abductors
0.4%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Bench Press (Barbell)15 reps@8
25 reps@9
2Barbell Row15 reps@8
25 reps@9
3Overhead Press (Barbell)15 reps@8
25 reps@9
4Pull-Up (Weighted)35 reps@9
5Bicep Curl (Barbell)16–8 reps@9
26–8 reps@10
6Abs Crunch (Machine)312–15 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Squat (Barbell)35 reps@8
2Deadlift (Barbell)13 reps@8
23 reps@9
3Leg Press (45 Degrees)36–8 reps@9
4Lying Leg Curl18 reps@9
28 reps@10
5Standing Calf Raise38–10 reps@10
6Hanging Leg Raise312–15 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Incline Chest Press (Machine)210–12 reps@9
110–12 reps@10
2Shoulder Press (Machine)28–12 reps@9
18–12 reps@10
3Chest Fly (Machine)112–15 reps@9
212–15 reps@10
4Lateral Raise (Machine)212–15 reps@9
212–15 reps@10
5Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)112–15 reps@9
212–15 reps@10
6Rotary Torso Machine312–15 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Lat Pulldown310–12 reps@9
2Seated Row (Cable)310–12 reps@9
3Reverse Pec Deck312–15 reps@10
4Seated Dumbbell Hammer Curl312 reps@10
5Shrug (Dumbbell)312–15 reps@9
6Back Extension (Weighted)312–15 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Hack Squat310–12 reps@9
2Leg Extension312–15 reps@10
3Seated Hamstring Curl312–15 reps@10
4Hip Thrust (Machine)310–12 reps@9
5Seated Calf Raise315–20 reps@10
6Twisting Knee Raise (Captain’s Chair)310–12 reps@9

Weeks 2–5 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, Upper Lower Push Pull Legs (Strength + Hypertrophy is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 5 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.

Upper Lower Push Pull Legs (Strength + Hypertrophy is structured around 5 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 5 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Upper Lower Push Pull Legs (Strength + Hypertrophy 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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