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Zulu/HT
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Zulu/HT

Hypertrophy program from the book “Tactical Barbell: Green Protocol”

Tactical Dwarf
Tactical Dwarf· Nov 2024
6athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
3 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Muscle
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
90 min
Program aims for hypertrophy with tactical component. Pull-ups are done at an every workout. Weighted pull-ups 1rm max is calculated as body weight + additional plate done for 1rm, body weight pull-ups: max rep count. Every exercise is done in 3-5 sets, depending on how you feel. Block lasts for 3 weeks, after that add 5-10lbs to our maxes and 2-3 reps to pull-ups, repeat until done. It is recommended to combine it with 2-3 high intensity cardio sessions between workouts.

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on building muscle size
Athletes who can train 4 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Upper Back
11.9%
Quadriceps
11.1%
Lats
11%
Triceps
10.5%
Abs
9.8%
Front Delts
7.5%
Biceps
7.4%
Hamstrings
7%
Glutes
6.8%
Chest
6%
Middle Delts
4.4%
Lower Back
1.7%
Adductors
1.7%
Forearms
1.6%
Rear Delts
1.3%
Abductors
0.3%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Squat (Barbell)45 reps75%
2Overhead Press (Barbell)410 reps65%
3Pull-Up (Weighted)45 reps75%
4Leg Press312 reps@6–8
5Leg Extension312 reps@6–8
6French Press312 reps@6–8
7Side Bend (Dumbbell)312 reps@6–8
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Bench Press (Barbell)45 reps75%
2Deadlift (Barbell)410 reps65%
3Pull-Up (Bodyweight)40 reps65%
4Bent Over Row (Barbell)312 reps@6–8
5Bench Press (Close Grip)312 reps@6–8
6Bicep Curl (Barbell)312 reps@6–8
7Abs Crunch (Weighted)312 reps@6–8
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Overhead Press (Barbell)45 reps75%
2Squat (Barbell)410 reps65%
3Pull-Up (Weighted)45 reps75%
4Behind-the-Neck Push Press312 reps@6–8
5Lying Leg Curl312 reps@6–8
6Skull Crusher312 reps@6–8
7Side Bend (Dumbbell)312 reps@6–8
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Deadlift (Barbell)45 reps75%
2Legs Up Bench Press (Barbell)410 reps65%
3Pull-Up (Bodyweight)40 reps65%
4Pendlay Row312 reps@6–8
5Bicep Curl (Barbell)312 reps@6–8
6Face Pull312 reps@6–8
7Abs Crunch (Weighted)312 reps@6–8

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, Zulu/HT 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 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.

Zulu/HT is structured around 4 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.

Zulu/HT 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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