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Smolov Jr bench program
Intermediate–AdvancedFree

Smolov Jr bench program

Big bench while maintaining other areas

Gav H.
Gav H.· Jul 2024
80athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
3 weeks
Days / week
5 days
Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Goal
Strength
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
60 min
To progress your bench using the smolov jr program and also doing accessories on off days. Keep off day relatively low effort to focus on bench press.

Who it's for

Athletes at the Intermediate–Advanced level
Athletes focused on maximal 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
22.4%
Triceps
13.4%
Quadriceps
11%
Upper Back
9.6%
Front Delts
9%
Lats
7.8%
Hamstrings
7.5%
Glutes
6.9%
Biceps
3.6%
Rear Delts
3%
Lower Back
2.4%
Abs
1.8%
Adductors
1.8%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)56 reps70%
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Lat Pulldown210 reps@7
2Seated Row (Machine)210 reps@7
3Rear Delt Fly (Machine)210 reps@7
4T-Bar Row210 reps@7
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)55 reps75%
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)310 reps85%
2Deadlift (Barbell)310 reps70%
3Leg Extension212 reps@7
4Hamstring Curl212 reps@7
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)54 reps80%

Weeks 2–3 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, Smolov Jr bench 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 3 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.

Smolov Jr bench program 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 3 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Smolov Jr bench 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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