Workout Plans & Exercises
Structured training programs for muscle building, strength gains, and overall fitness. Includes beginner and advanced routines.
Training Splits
| Split | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Push/Pull/Legs | 6 days/week | Intermediate/Advanced |
| Upper/Lower | 4 days/week | Beginner/Intermediate |
| Full Body | 3 days/week | Beginner |
| Bro Split | 5 days/week | Advanced (bodybuilding) |
Push/Pull/Legs Routine
Push Day (Chest, Shoulders, Triceps)
- Barbell Bench Press 4x6-8
- Incline Dumbbell Press 4x8-10
- Overhead Press 3x8-10
- Lateral Raises 3x12-15
- Tricep Dips 3x10-12
- Tricep Pushdowns 3x12-15
Pull Day (Back, Biceps, Rear Delts)
- Deadlifts 4x5-6
- Pull-ups/Lat Pulldowns 4x8-10
- Barbell Rows 4x8-10
- Face Pulls 3x12-15
- Barbell Curls 3x10-12
- Hammer Curls 3x12-15
Legs Day (Quads, Hamstrings, Glutes, Calves)
- Squats 4x6-8
- Romanian Deadlifts 4x8-10
- Leg Press 3x10-12
- Leg Curls 3x12-15
- Calf Raises 4x15-20
- Plank 3x60s
FST-7 System (Fred Giorgio Training)
7 sets of 7 reps with 30-45s rest for isolation exercises.
Apply to last exercise of each muscle group:
- Chest: Cable Flyes 7x7
- Back: Cable Rows 7x7
- Shoulders: Lateral Raises 7x7
- Arms: Cable Curls/Pushdowns 7x7
- Legs: Leg Extensions 7x7
Beginner Routine (Full Body 3x/week)
Day 1, 3, 5:
- Squats 3x10
- Bench Press 3x10
- Bent-Over Rows 3x10
- Overhead Press 3x10
- Plank 3x30s
Exercise Form Tips
| Exercise | Key Cue |
|---|---|
| Squat | Knees out, chest up, break at hips first |
| Bench | Retract scapula, feet planted, bar to mid-chest |
| Deadlift | Neutral spine, bar close to body, drive through heels |
| Pull-up | Full range of motion, no kipping |
| Overhead Press | Core tight, don't lean back excessively |
Progressive Overload
- Week 1: 60kg x 8 reps
- Week 2: 62.5kg x 8 reps
- Week 3: 65kg x 8 reps
- Week 4: Deload (50kg x 8 reps)
- Week 5: 67.5kg x 8 reps
Rest & Recovery
- Sleep: 7-9 hours nightly
- Protein: 1.6-2.2g per kg bodyweight
- Rest Between Sets: 2-3min (compound), 1-2min (isolation)
- Deload: Every 4-6 weeks (reduce weight/volume by 50%)
Home Workout (No Equipment)
- Push-ups 4x15-20
- Squats 4x20-25
- Lunges 3x12 each leg
- Plank 3x60s
- Burpees 3x10
- Mountain Climbers 3x30s
Rule: Consistency beats intensity. Train hard but recover harder. Track your lifts and aim to improve weekly.