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BENCH/SQUAT/DEAD  PHAT
Intermediate–AdvancedFree

BENCH/SQUAT/DEAD PHAT

George Michelakis
George Michelakis· Jan 2025
4athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
4 weeks
Days / week
5 days
Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Goal
Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
90 min
A modified version of the original PHAT program, emphasizing the three compound exercises (Bench Press, Squat, and Deadlift), with additional focus on heavy Squats by George Michelakis.

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 with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Triceps
11.4%
Front Delts
11.1%
Quadriceps
9.3%
Hamstrings
9.3%
Chest
8.8%
Lats
8.8%
Upper Back
8.8%
Glutes
7.8%
Calves
6.2%
Biceps
6%
Middle Delts
3.1%
Abs
3.1%
Lower Back
3.1%
Adductors
1.6%
Rear Delts
0.8%
Forearms
0.8%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)33–5 reps@10
2Pull-Up (Weighted)26–10 reps
3Chest Supported Row (Machine)26–10 reps
4Dip (Weighted)26–10 reps
5Bent Over Row (Barbell)33–5 reps
6Seated Overhead Press (Dumbbell)36–10 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)33–5 reps@10
2Leg Extension36–10 reps
3Hamstring Curl38–12 reps
4Seated Calf Raise38–12 reps
5Calf Raise (Leg Press)38–12 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)33–8 reps@10
2Dumbbell Row36–10 reps
3Seated Row (Cable)38–12 reps
4Chest Supported Row (Machine)212–15 reps
5Lat Pulldown215–20 reps
6Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)312–20 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)33–5 reps@10
2Leg Extension36–10 reps
3Hamstring Curl38–12 reps
4Seated Calf Raise38–12 reps
5Calf Raise (Leg Press)38–12 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)33–8 reps@10
2Bench Press (Dumbbell)63 reps@7.5
3Incline Bench Press (Barbell)312–15 reps
4Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)38–12 reps
5Preacher Curl (Dumbbell)38–12 reps
6Preacher Hammer Curl (Dumbbell)38–12 reps
7Tricep Pushdown (Cable)212–15 reps

Weeks 2–4 are in the app

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

Common questions

Yes, BENCH/SQUAT/DEAD PHAT is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 4 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.

BENCH/SQUAT/DEAD PHAT 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 4 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

BENCH/SQUAT/DEAD PHAT 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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