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Thunder Thighs
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Thunder Thighs

Deadlift focused program with squat and bench progression

Salted Squats
Salted Squats· Mar 2025
1athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
4 weeks
Days / week
5 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Strength
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
70 min
Strong legs are the foundation of power and performance. This program is built around heavy squats, posterior chain work, and unilateral movements to maximize strength, size, and explosiveness. Romanian deadlifts, hip thrusts, and lunges develop stability and balance, while paused squats and sled drags improve speed and endurance. Mobility and recovery are just as important to keep you moving pain-free. Whether you’re chasing PRs or just want stronger legs, this plan will get you there. Train hard and stay consistent.

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on maximal 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
13.3%
Chest
11.6%
Hamstrings
11.4%
Glutes
10.8%
Front Delts
8.5%
Quadriceps
8.2%
Lower Back
8%
Upper Back
5.2%
Lats
4.5%
Middle Delts
3.5%
Adductors
3.4%
Biceps
3.1%
Abductors
2.9%
Abs
2.8%
Calves
1.3%
Rear Delts
0.8%
Forearms
0.7%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Front Squat (Barbell)38–10 reps@7–8
2Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)410–12 reps@8
3Hamstring Curl412–15 reps@8
4Single Leg Romanian Deadlift312 reps@8
5Hip Adductor (Machine)312–15 reps@8
6Hip Abductor (Machine)312–15 reps@8
7Hyperextension310–12 reps@8
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Block Pull (Barbell)16–8 reps65%
310–12 reps60%
2Larsen Press (Barbell)38–10 reps@8
3Incline Bench Press (Barbell)312–15 reps@8
4Chest Fly (Cable)312–15 reps@8
5Bench Press (Dumbbell)312 reps@7
6Shoulder Press (Machine)312–15 reps@8
7Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)315 reps@8–9
8Dip (Assisted)3AMRAP@10
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)13 reps75%
28 reps65%
2Deadlift (Barbell)13 reps85%
25 reps75%
3Lat Pulldown312–15 reps@8
4Seated Row (Cable)312–15 reps@8
5Straight Arm Pulldown312–15 reps@8
6Kettlebell Gorilla Row310 reps@8
7Preacher Curl (Dumbbell)312 reps@8
8Farmer's Walk (Weighted)13 reps@8
9Shrug (Trap Bar)315 reps@8
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deficit Deadlift (Barbell)16–8 reps65%
28–10 reps55%
2Bench Press (Barbell)13 reps85%
13 reps75%
28 reps60%
3Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)312–15 reps@8
4Chest Fly (Machine)312–15 reps@8
5Behind-The-Neck Press (Smith Machine)312–15 reps@8
6Kettlebell Press310–12 reps@8
7Tricep Extension (Cable)312–15 reps@8
8Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)312–15 reps@8
9Dip (Assisted)3AMRAP
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Tempo Bench Press16–8 reps75%
210–12 reps65%
2Trap Bar Deadlift410–12 reps75%
3Leg Extension312–15 reps@8
4Hamstring Curl412–15 reps@8
5Hip Adductor (Machine)412–15 reps@8
6Hip Abductor (Machine)412–15 reps@8
7Hyperextension310–12 reps@8
8Seated Calf Raise315 reps@8

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, Thunder Thighs 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 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.

Thunder Thighs 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.

Thunder Thighs 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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