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PPL x Arnold
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PPL x Arnold

My favorite exercises put into a push pull and Arnold split.

Cameron H.
Cameron H.· Aug 2024
12athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
12 weeks
Days / week
5 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
90 min
The Arnold workout split is known for its high volume and frequency, focusing on building muscle mass and strength. Traditionally, it’s divided into body parts like chest/back, shoulders/arms, and legs. However, by combining it with an upper/lower body split, you can balance muscle recovery and training efficiency while still following Arnold’s principles.

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
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
Quadriceps
11.8%
Triceps
10.7%
Chest
9.9%
Lats
9.2%
Hamstrings
8.7%
Front Delts
8.5%
Biceps
6.5%
Glutes
5.8%
Middle Delts
5.7%
Rear Delts
5.1%
Calves
5%
Upper Back
4.8%
Abs
3.4%
Adductors
2.3%
Lower Back
1.7%
Forearms
0.9%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Lat Pulldown18–12 reps@7–8
18–12 reps@8–9
18–12 reps@9–10
2Bench Press (Barbell)16–12 reps@7
16–12 reps@8
3Chest Press (Machine)18–12 reps@7–8
18–12 reps@8–9
18–12 reps@9–10
4Seated Row (Cable)18–12 reps@7–8
18–12 reps@8–9
18–12 reps@9–10
5Chest Fly (Cable)212–15 reps@9
112–15 reps@10
6Kneeling Lat Pulldown212–15 reps@9
112–15 reps@10
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1One Arm Lateral Raise (Cable)112–15 reps@8
112–15 reps@9
112–15 reps@10
2Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell)16–12 reps@8–9
16–12 reps@9–10
3Single Arm Rear Delt Fly212–15 reps@9
112–15 reps@10
4V-Handle Tricep Pushdown (Cable)16–12 reps@8
16–12 reps@9
16–12 reps@10
5Single Arm Pushdown212–15 reps@9
112–15 reps@10
6Bicep Curl (Cable)212–15 reps@9
112–15 reps@10
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Single-Leg Leg Curl18–12 reps@8
18–12 reps@9
18–12 reps@10
2Squat (Smith Machine)16–12 reps@8
16–12 reps@9
3Smith Machine Reverse Lunges18–10 reps@7
18–10 reps@8
4Romanian Deadlift (Dumbbell)1@6.5–7
210–12 reps@7–8
5Single Leg Extension112–15 reps@8
112–15 reps@9
112–15 reps@10
6Calf Raise (Leg Press)112–15 reps@7
112–15 reps@8
112–15 reps@9
112–15 reps@10
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1One Arm Lateral Raise (Cable)18–12 reps@8
18–12 reps@9
18–12 reps@10
2Incline Bench Press (Smith Machine)16–12 reps@8
26–12 reps@9
3Chest Fly (Cable)112–15 reps@9
212–15 reps@10
4Single Arm Iso Row16–12 reps@8
16–12 reps@9
5Kneeling Lat Pulldown18–12 reps@8
18–12 reps@9
18–12 reps@10
6Single Arm Rear Delt Fly112–15 reps@9
212–15 reps@10
7Bicep Curl (EZ Bar)16–8 reps@8
26–8 reps@9
8V-Handle Tricep Pushdown (Cable)112–15 reps@9
212–15 reps@10
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Lying Leg Curl18–12 reps@8
18–12 reps@9
2Calf Raise (Leg Press)112–15 reps@8
112–15 reps@9
112–15 reps@10
3Squat (Barbell)15–10 reps@7
25–10 reps@8
4Walking Lunge (Dumbbell)18–12 reps@7
28–12 reps@8
5Single Leg Extension16–10 reps@8
16–10 reps@9
16–10 reps@10
6Cable Crunch28–12 reps@9

Weeks 2–12 are in the app

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Common questions

Yes, PPL x Arnold 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 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.

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

PPL x Arnold 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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