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Workout program to get BIG
Beginner–IntermediateFree

Workout program to get BIG

Julian G.
Julian G.· Aug 2023
1athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
12 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate, Beginner
Goal
Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
90 min
Build muscle and strength, to get from the beginner to intermediate stage of lifting. The goal is to hit a 225 bench, 315 squat, and 405 deadlift for atleast one rep each by the end of the program. If the desired strength goals have not been reached by the end of the program, repeat it as long as needed.

Who it's for

Beginners new to structured strength training
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 4 days per week
Athletes who train in a garage gym (barbell, rack, and basic free weights)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Front Delts
11%
Triceps
10.1%
Hamstrings
9.6%
Glutes
8.7%
Upper Back
8.4%
Quadriceps
7.9%
Biceps
7.6%
Lats
6.7%
Chest
6.7%
Abs
6.5%
Middle Delts
5.1%
Calves
4.5%
Forearms
2.5%
Lower Back
2.2%
Rear Delts
0.8%
Adductors
0.8%
Abductors
0.8%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Overhead Press (Barbell)36–8 reps@9
2Lat Pulldown36–8 reps@9
3Bench Press (Dumbbell)38–12 reps@9
4Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)312–16 reps@9
5Tricep Rope Push Down (Cable)38–12 reps@9
6Seated Dumbbell Curl38–12 reps@9
7Side Plank3AMRAP@10
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Deadlift (Barbell)25 reps@9
2Bulgarian Split Squat (Dumbbell)38–12 reps@9
3Bent Over Row (Barbell)36–8 reps@9
4Hamstring Curl38–12 reps@9
5Standing Calf Raise412–16 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Bench Press (Barbell)25 reps@9
15 reps@10
2Chin-Up (Bodyweight)38–12 reps@9
3Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)36–8 reps@9
4Push Up3AMRAP@10
5Upright Row (Cable)38–12 reps@9
6Bicep Curl (Cable)38–12 reps@9
7Sit Up312–16 reps@9
#ExerciseSetsRepsIntensity
1Squat (Barbell)35 reps@9
2Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)36–8 reps@9
3Leg Press38–12 reps@9
4Seated Row (Cable)38–12 reps@9
5Standing Calf Raise48–12 reps@9
6Reverse Wrist Curls312–16 reps@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, Workout program to get BIG 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 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.

Workout program to get BIG 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.

Workout program to get BIG 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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