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Smolov Rework
Intermediate–AdvancedFree

Smolov Rework

Mr. Pickles_Esq
Mr. Pickles_Esq· Jan 2024
159athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
12 weeks
Days / week
5 days
Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Goal
Muscle, Athletics, Strength, Women's
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
110 min
The infamous Smolov program has 2 primary downsides. 1. It's hyperfocused on a single lift, your cannot effectively build your, bench, squat and deadlift on it. 2. It's completely unsustainable, within 4-8 weeks overuse injuries are bound too happen because of the sheer amount of volume in a training week. So what happens when you make some adjustments for both, spread out the volume over multiple weeks and still include some useful assistance movements. This is the goal of Practical Smolov, but in all honesty this is an experiment and should be undertaken with caution. Now this is not something you would jump into directly following an peak to a 1rm, this would be after a lighter volumizing phase to prep for this more Hypertrophy focused protocol. But if you feel up to it, I invite you to join in with me in this exploration of one of the most legendary protocols in Powerlifting.

Who it's for

Athletes at the Intermediate–Advanced level
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 5 days per week
Athletes who train in a garage gym (barbell, rack, and basic free weights)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Chest
17.5%
Triceps
11.7%
Front Delts
10.8%
Quadriceps
9.8%
Glutes
8.7%
Upper Back
6.9%
Hamstrings
6.5%
Middle Delts
6.1%
Lats
4.6%
Lower Back
3.8%
Biceps
3.6%
Calves
2.3%
Forearms
2.2%
Rear Delts
2%
Abs
1.8%
Adductors
1.6%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)103 reps85%
2Incline Chest Fly (Dumbbell)312–15 reps@9
3Band Fly312–15 reps@9.5
4Upright Row (Barbell)28–10 reps@7.5
5Lateral Raise (Cable)320 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)66 reps70%
2Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)38–10 reps@8
3Good Morning310 reps@7.5
4Standing Calf Raise415 reps@8.5
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)75 reps75%
2Dip (Bodyweight)312 reps@7.5
3Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)210–12 reps@6.5
4V-Handle Tricep Pushdown (Cable)315 reps@8
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)103 reps85%
2Pull-Up (Assisted)310–15 reps@8
3Chest Supported Row212–15 reps@7.5
4Single Arm High Row (Cable)315–20 reps@8.5
5Hammer Curl312 reps@8.5
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)66 reps70%
2Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)415–20 reps@9
3Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell)28–10 reps@7.5
4Face Pull312 reps@7
5Wrist Curls120–25 reps@8

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, Smolov Rework 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 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 110 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.

Smolov Rework 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 12 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Smolov Rework 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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