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(3 exercises + 3 core exercises per day)

Push Day

Main Workout

  1. Weighted Dips
    • Sets/Reps: 4x6-8
  2. Incline Dumbbell Press
    • Sets/Reps: 3x8-10
  3. Overhead Press
    • Sets/Reps: 3x8-10

Core Workout

  1. Cable Crunch – 3x15
  2. Reverse Crunch – 3x15
  3. Hanging Leg Raise – 3x15

Pull Day

Main Workout

  1. Weighted Pull-Ups
    • Sets/Reps: 4x6-8
  2. Barbell Rows
    • Sets/Reps: 3x8-10
  3. Face Pulls
    • Sets/Reps: 3x12-15

Core Workout

  1. Twisted Leg Raise – 3x15
  2. Cable Woodchoppers – 3x15
  3. Side Plank – 3x15/side

Legs Day

Main Workout

  1. Barbell Squats
    • Sets/Reps: 4x6-8
  2. Romanian Deadlifts
    • Sets/Reps: 3x8-10
  3. Bulgarian Split Squats
    • Sets/Reps: 3x8-10/leg

Core Workout

  1. Russian Twists – 3x15/side
  2. Mountain Climbers – 3x15
  3. Kettlebell – 3x15

Key Programming Notes

  • Frequency: 3–6 days/week (e.g., PPLPPL-Rest).
  • Progression: Add 2.5–5 lbs (~1–2.5 kg) weekly.
  • Warm-Up: 5–10 mins dynamic stretches + 2 light sets per exercise.
  • Cool-Down: 5 mins static stretching (focus on worked muscles).

Alternative Exercises

Original Substitute Reason
Weighted Dips Bench Press If shoulder issues
Bulgarian Split Squats Step-Ups No bench available
Face Pulls Band Pull-Aparts No cable machine

Visual Weekly Template

Day Workout Exercises (in order)
Monday Push Dips β†’ Incline DB Press β†’ Overhead Press
Tuesday Pull Pull-Ups β†’ Barbell Rows β†’ Face Pulls
Wednesday Legs Squats β†’ RDLs β†’ Split Squats
Thursday Push (Repeat Monday)
Friday Pull (Repeat Tuesday)
Saturday Legs (Repeat Wednesday)
Sunday Rest Active recovery (walking/yoga)

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