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SBD Strength Upper/Lower
Beginner–IntermediateFree

SBD Strength Upper/Lower

Max M.
Max M.· Jan 2024
251athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
1 week
Days / week
5 days
Level
Intermediate, Beginner
Goal
Strength, Muscle
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
90 min
The purpose of the SBD strength upper/lower program is to increase your strength and muscle mass in the main lifts: squat, bench press, and deadlift. The program follows an upper/lower split, meaning you train your upper body and lower body on separate days. This allows you to train each muscle group twice a week, which is optimal for muscle growth and recovery. The program also includes accessory exercises to target specific muscles and improve your weak points. The SBD strength upper/lower program is a great choice for intermediate and advanced lifters who want to get stronger and bigger. 💪

Who it's for

Beginners new to structured strength training
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
Triceps
13.4%
Hamstrings
11.6%
Chest
11.1%
Quadriceps
10.5%
Glutes
9.5%
Front Delts
9.2%
Abs
7.6%
Middle Delts
5.9%
Lower Back
5.8%
Upper Back
4.6%
Lats
3.2%
Adductors
2.4%
Rear Delts
2%
Forearms
1.7%
Biceps
0.8%
Other
0.7%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Paused)15 reps85%
12 reps95%
13 reps90%
15 reps80%
2Incline Bench Press (Barbell)18 reps@7.5
15 reps@10
3Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)18 reps@7.5
18 reps@10
4Overhead Press (Barbell)112 reps@6.5–7.5
110 reps@7–7.5
18 reps@8–8.5
5Dip (Bodyweight)3AMRAP@10
Superset
6AY Raise28–12 reps@7
6BLateral Raise (Cable)28–12 reps@7
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)25 reps80%
13 reps90%
12 reps95%
2Good Morning38 reps@6.5–8
3Deficit Deadlift (Barbell)38–12 reps50%
4Leg Extension18 reps@7
18 reps@8
18 reps@10
5Hanging Leg Raise310–20 reps@7.5
6Seated Wide-Grip Row (Cable)210–12 reps@7.5
18–12 reps@8.5
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Wrist Curls1AMRAP@7
2Reverse Wrist Curl (Dumbbell)1AMRAP@7
3Stretching12 min@6
4Hip Adductor (Machine)1AMRAP@7
5Cable Crunch1AMRAP@7
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Close Grip)15 reps@8.5
13 reps@9
11 rep@10
15 reps@7.5
2Skull Crusher38–12 reps@9–10
3V-Handle Tricep Pushdown (Cable)15–8 reps@9.5
18–10 reps@9
110–12 reps@8
4Pec Deck (Machine)28–12 reps@7
18–12 reps@8
5Overhead Press (Barbell)18 reps@10
15 reps@9.5
210 reps@7.5
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)110 reps50%
15 reps75%
13 reps95%
13 reps85%
Superset
2ABox Squat (Barbell)18 reps@7
18 reps@8
2BSquat (Paused)18 reps@7
18 reps@8
3Leg Curl18–12 reps@7.5
18–12 reps@8.5
18–12 reps@10
4Hyperextension38–12 reps@8
5Hanging Leg Raise310–20 reps@7
6Barbell Row18 reps@7
15 reps@9
11 rep@7

Common questions

Yes, SBD Strength Upper/Lower is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 1 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.

SBD Strength Upper/Lower 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 1 week. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

SBD Strength Upper/Lower 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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