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347 reviews for PHUL Workout Program

The Power Hypertrophy Upper Lower (PHUL) is an excellent workout program for the intermediate lifter who wants to develop their strength in heavy compound movements (squat, bench press, deadlift and overhead press), but also wants to add size to their physique.

PHUL is created by Brandon Campbell, a beloved YouTube fitness educator with over 200K subscribers (@BasementBrandon). Brandon integrates the principles of bodybuilding and powerlifting into the PHUL workout to help you gain strength and muscle.

Read more below on how to use PHUL on Boostcamp for free.

4.21 / 5

Samuel M.

Man, 24
a day ago

3 weeks complete

5 years of prior experience

As expected strength gains

As expected muscle gains

Marginal modifications

I would alternate deadlift and squat for first exercise on day 2. I would prioritise OHP on day 4, instead of putting it after chest and shoulder work.

Man, 29
2 days ago

3 weeks complete

3 years of prior experience

More than expected strength gains

As expected muscle gains

Marginal modifications

There’s some movements I decided to swap for a cable or machine variation. Ultimately I really enjoy the structure of the plan. Simple to follow. Plenty of rest. I actually started squatting again because of it and have noticed significant quad development. I love the added rest days as it’s something I’ve always struggled with. It’s hard to take time off but it’s especially beneficial for growth as I’m bulking.

Miguel Bin

Man, 24
4 days ago

3 weeks complete

1 year of prior experience

As expected strength gains

As expected muscle gains

Marginal modifications

Great program, not boring, keeps you engaged throughout the week

Chase Johnston

Man, 35
11 days ago

5 weeks complete

3 years of prior experience

More than expected strength gains

More than expected muscle gains

Marginal modifications

Good program first program that kept me interested and not feel defeated.

J H.

Man, 44
14 days ago

3 weeks complete

8 years of prior experience

As expected strength gains

As expected muscle gains

Marginal modifications

Great program. Good mix of exercises so you don't get bored or complacent. I've seen decent gains after the first few weeks. Would agree with another review that a deload week is probably a good idea midway thru the program to optimize results.

Andrew C.

Man
15 days ago

5 weeks complete

2 years of prior experience

As expected strength gains

As expected muscle gains

Marginal modifications

Great Program

Ash N.

Man
16 days ago

5 weeks complete

3 years of prior experience

More than expected strength gains

As expected muscle gains

Marginal modifications

Great result for busy people who can only go 4 days a week

Iman N.

Man, 26
20 days ago

3 weeks complete

1 year of prior experience

As expected strength gains

As expected muscle gains

No modifications

Very good program 👌

Fizzy :D

Man, 25
20 days ago

9 weeks complete

1 year of prior experience

As expected strength gains

As expected muscle gains

Significant modifications

I would recommend this program to relatively experienced people like myself. I’ve done body weight exercises for maybe 1.5 years before starting lifting about a year ago. I’ve increased my bench maybe 20-25 pounds in 9 weeks, my squat has increased about 30 pounds and I started deadlifting going from 245 as my working weight to 315. I really enjoy the upper day because of the variety and I like lifting heavy he first two days because it’s fun, the 3 rest days a week is nice going from a 6 day split.

Leo I.

Man, 26
20 days ago

3 weeks complete

8 years of prior experience

As expected strength gains

Less than expected muscle gains

Significant modifications

It’s an alright program for progressive overload, nothing special, poor choices in accessories. Looks like it was made by a new coach.