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Double barrel shotgun
Intermediate–AdvancedFree

Double barrel shotgun

A hypertrophy/ strengthening program that focuses on variations of the big three lifts (squat, bench, deadlift) for intermediate to advanced lifters

Brandon I.
Brandon I.· Jul 2024
Free on iOS & Android

Overview

Length
12 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Goal
Muscle, Strength, Athletics
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
70 min
The Double Barrell Shotgun program is designed for those who want to build strength without sacrificing their hypertrophy goals. The compound movements in this program strategically place you at a disadvantage while being close enough to the big three lifts (bench, squat, deadlift), which are aimed at improving your muscle mass and strength simultaneously. The idea is that once you complete this program, your muscles should work more efficiently, resulting in an improved max for each movement. This should be a powerful motivation for you to embark on this journey! Weeks 1-8 workout splits Recommend: Mon- Top Heavy Tues- Tree Trunks Wed- rest Thurs-Front Load Fri-rest Sat-Back Stack Sun-rest Alternative split: Mon- Top Heavy Tues- Tree Trunks Wed- rest Thurs-Front Load Fri-Back Stack Sat- rest Sun-rest Weeks 9-12 (Peak weeks) Mon-Squat Wed-Bench Fri-Deadlift Rest all other days of the week!

Who it's for

Athletes at the Intermediate–Advanced level
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
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%
Abs
10.4%
Hamstrings
9.7%
Front Delts
8.9%
Quadriceps
8.2%
Triceps
7%
Chest
6.2%
Middle Delts
6.1%
Biceps
5.9%
Lats
5.7%
Glutes
5.3%
Calves
4.9%
Lower Back
4%
Rear Delts
2.6%
Forearms
1.8%
Neck
1.5%
Adductors
0.8%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Push Press (Barbell)110 reps@8
112 reps@8
115 reps@8
2High Bar Squat (Barbell)110 reps@8.5
112 reps@8.5
115 reps@8.5
3Spoto Press110 reps@9.5
112 reps@9.5
115 reps@9.5
4JM Press110 reps@8
112 reps@8
115 reps@8
5Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)210–15 reps@7.5
Superset
6ALeg Extension312–15 reps@8
6BLu Raises112–15 reps@8
212–15 reps@8
7Hanging Leg Raise310–20 reps@8
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Snatch Grip RDL110 reps@8.5
112 reps@8.5
115 reps@8.5
2Pull-Up (Neutral Grip, Weighted)110 reps@8.5
112 reps@8.5
115 reps@8.5
3Leg Curl310–12 reps@9
4Preacher Curl (Barbell)310–12 reps@9
5Calf Raise Smith Machine410–12 reps@9
6Face Pull312–15 reps@7.5
7Decline Sit Up (Weighted)310–15 reps@8.5
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Pin Press Bench (Barbell)110 reps@8–9
112 reps@8–9
115 reps@8–9
2Bent Over Row (Barbell)110 reps@8.5
112 reps@8.5
115 reps@8.5
3BTN PRESS110 reps@8
112 reps@8
115 reps@8
4Seated Wide-Grip Row (Cable)312–15 reps@9
5Decline Tricep Extentions312–15 reps@8
6Bicep Curl (EZ Bar)312–15 reps@8
7Chest Fly (Machine)312–15 reps@9
8Cable Crunch315–20 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Leg Curl110 reps@8–9
112 reps@8–9
115 reps@8–9
2High Bar Squat (Barbell)312–15 reps@7.5–8
3Back Extension312–15 reps@7
4Leg Extension312–15 reps@8
5Standing Calf Raise112–20 reps@8.5
312–20 reps
6Lateral Raise (Cable)412–20 reps@8–9.5
7Side Bend (Dumbbell)320 reps@7–9

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, Double barrel shotgun 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 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 70 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.

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

Double barrel shotgun 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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