My Workouts ποΈββοΈ
πͺ Push-Pull-Legs Gym Routine
ποΈ Weekly Schedule Options
Plan | Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 | Day 6 | Day 7 |
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3-Day | Push | Rest | Pull | Rest | Legs | Rest | Rest |
6-Day | Push | Pull | Legs | Push | Pull | Legs | Rest |
Rotation | Push | Pull | Legs | Rest | Repeat | Β | Β |
π₯ PUSH DAY β Chest, Shoulders, Triceps
π Estimated Time: 60β75 minutes
π Warm-up (5β10 min)
- π΄ Light cardio (bike or treadmill)
- π Arm circles & shoulder rolls
- ποΈ Band pull-aparts
ποΈββοΈ Main Workout
1. Barbell or Dumbbell Bench Press (π Primary Compound)
4 sets Γ 6β8 reps
Alternative: Push-ups or Smith machine press
2. Overhead Press (Military Press) (π Primary Compound)
4 sets Γ 8β10 reps
Alternative: Dumbbell shoulder press
3. Incline Dumbbell Press (π οΈ Assistance Compound)
3 sets Γ 8β12 reps
4. Dips or Close-Grip Bench Press (π οΈ Assistance Compound)
3 sets Γ 8β12 reps
Alternative: Triceps push-ups
5. Lateral Raises (π― Isolation)
3 sets Γ 12β15 reps
6. Triceps Pushdowns (π― Isolation)
3 sets Γ 10β15 reps
7. Overhead Triceps Extension (π― Isolation β Long Head Focus)
3 sets Γ 10β12 reps
π§² PULL DAY β Back, Biceps, Rear Delts
π Estimated Time: 60β75 minutes
π Warm-up (5β10 min)
- π§ Arm swings
- π£ Light rowing
- π± Cat-cow stretch
- ποΈ Band pull-aparts
ποΈββοΈ Main Workout
1. Deadlifts or Rack Pulls (π Primary Compound)
4 sets Γ 5β6 reps
Alternative: Trap bar deadlifts
2. Pull-ups or Lat Pulldowns (π Vertical Pull)
4 sets Γ 6β10 reps
Alternative: Assisted pull-ups or bands
3. Barbell or Dumbbell Rows (π Horizontal Pull)
4 sets Γ 8β10 reps
4. Cable Rows (π οΈ Assistance Horizontal Pull)
3 sets Γ 10β12 reps
5. Face Pulls (π― Rear Delts & Upper Back)
3 sets Γ 12β15 reps
6. Barbell or Dumbbell Curls (π― Biceps Mass Builder)
3 sets Γ 10β12 reps
7. Hammer Curls (π― Brachialis & Forearm)
3 sets Γ 10β15 reps
𦡠LEGS DAY β Quads, Glutes, Hamstrings, Calves
π Estimated Time: 70β80 minutes
π Warm-up (5β10 min)
- 𦡠Leg swings (front, back, side)
- π§ββοΈ Bodyweight squats
- πΆ Walking lunges
ποΈββοΈ Main Workout
1. Back or Front Squats (π Primary Compound)
4 sets Γ 6β8 reps
Alternative: Goblet squat or Smith machine
2. Romanian Deadlifts (π Posterior Chain Focus)
4 sets Γ 8β10 reps
3. Bulgarian Split Squats (π οΈ Unilateral Glute/Quad)
3 sets Γ 10β12 reps (each leg)
4. Leg Press (π οΈ Quad Builder)
3 sets Γ 12β15 reps
Alternative: Hack squat machine
5. Leg Curls (π― Hamstring Isolation)
3 sets Γ 12β15 reps
6. Walking Lunges (π οΈ Functional Strength)
3 sets Γ 12 steps (each leg)
7. Calf Raises (π― Isolation)
4 sets Γ 15β20 reps
Standing or seated
8. Core Finisher (Optional)
- Plank β
3 Γ 30β60s
- Russian Twists β
3 Γ 20 reps
- Leg Raises β
3 Γ 12β15 reps
π§ Training Tips
π Progressive Overload
- Aim to increase weight, reps, or sets weekly
- Focus on form first, then load
- Track your lifts (use an app or spreadsheet)
π Rest Between Sets
- π© Compound lifts:
2β3 minutes
- π― Isolation lifts:
1β2 minutes
- Modify based on fitness level
π§ Modifications
Situation | Recommendation |
---|---|
π Beginner | 2β3 sets per exercise, use light weights |
π― Advanced | Add drop sets, supersets, tempo training |
π§° Equipment Limits | Substitute bodyweight or resistance bands |
π‘ Recovery Tips
- β±οΈ 48 hours before reworking same muscle group
- π€ Sleep: 7β9 hours
- π§ Stay hydrated
- π₯ Prioritize protein and whole foods
- π§ Rest when needed β listen to your body!
π Progression Timeline
Weeks | Focus |
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1β2 | Learn form, build consistency |
3β4 | Start increasing weights |
5+ | Maintain overload & track gains |