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Ivysaur’s Intermediate PPL
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Ivysaur’s Intermediate PPL

Novice/Intermediate program that allows for dynamic adjustment of recommended weekly progression/deload rate based on week-to-week performance on AMRAP sets.

Shawn
Shawn· Jan 2025
12athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
12 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Strength, Muscle
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
90 min
ALL CREDIT TO U/IVYSAUR - I AM NOT THE ORIGINAL CREATOR AND THIS IS ADAPTATION FOR EASE OF USE. The target audience for this routine is people who can usually lift 4+ days a week and looking for progression after the Ivysaur 4-4-8 Beginner Program. The dynamic progression rate means it can work just as well for beginners. but volume is heavy. - The program dynamically adjusts the recommended weekly progression/deload rate based on your week-to-week performance on AMRAP sets. This allows the program to operate effectively if you're progressing rapidly or slowly. - Each workout contains muscle groups that weren't used in the previous workout, meaning they can be performed on consecutive days with a reduced need to worry about fatigue. - Splitting muscles into two groups (rather than 3+ like PPL or other programs) allows you to hit every muscle twice a week even if you can only get into the gym 4 days. - Like my other routines, this Push/Pull is balanced to favor an aesthetic look. - Like my other routines (again), this Push/Pull offers a high weight day and a high volume day for each muscle group, each cycle. Progression Schema: - Primary Daily Lift (3 total sets): +10lb to next week if you beat assigned reps by 2 on your AMRAP, +20lb if you beat assigned reps by 5. - Secondary Daily Lifts (5 total sets): +5lb to next week if you beat assigned reps by 2 on your AMRAP, +10lb if you beat assigned reps by 5. - Accessory Work: Adjust the weight as needed to make each set challenging. Don't stress over progression. Note for total beginners: Accessories optional for first few weeks. - If you miss a rep on Sets 1-2, drop 10lb for next week. If you miss a rep on Sets 3-5, drop 5lb. -4 rep set progress does not impact 8 rep set progress, and vice versa.

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 4 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Upper Back
15.2%
Triceps
11.4%
Front Delts
11.4%
Lats
11.4%
Middle Delts
9.5%
Chest
7.6%
Biceps
7.6%
Quadriceps
4.6%
Glutes
4.6%
Hamstrings
4.6%
Abs
4.2%
Rear Delts
1.9%
Calves
1.9%
Forearms
1.9%
Adductors
1.1%
Lower Back
1.1%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Squat (Barbell)24 reps
120 reps
2Bench Press (Barbell)44 reps
120 reps
3Overhead Press (Barbell)44 reps
120 reps
4Chest Fly (Machine)512 reps
5Overhead Tricep Extension (Dumbbell)512 reps
6Lateral Raise (Machine)512 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Deadlift (Barbell)24 reps
120 reps
2Lat Pulldown44 reps
120 reps
3Barbell Row44 reps
120 reps
4Seated Row (Cable)44 reps
120 reps
5Standing Calf Raise512 reps
6Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)512 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Squat (Barbell)28 reps
120 reps
2Bench Press (Barbell)48 reps
120 reps
3Overhead Press (Barbell)48 reps
120 reps
4Chest Fly (Machine)512 reps
5Lateral Raise (Machine)512 reps
6Overhead Tricep Extension (Dumbbell)512 reps
#ExerciseSetsReps
1Deadlift (Barbell)28 reps
120 reps
2Lat Pulldown48 reps
120 reps
3Barbell Row48 reps
120 reps
4Seated Row (Cable)48 reps
120 reps
5Shrug (Barbell)512 reps
6Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)512 reps

Weeks 2–12 are in the app

Download Boostcamp to follow the full program with auto-progression and built-in coaching notes.

Common questions

Yes, Ivysaur’s Intermediate PPL 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.

Ivysaur’s Intermediate PPL is structured around 4 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.

Ivysaur’s Intermediate PPL 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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