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Push-Pull-Legs (PPL) Workout Plan

(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

OriginalSubstituteReason
Weighted DipsBench PressIf shoulder issues
Bulgarian Split SquatsStep-UpsNo bench available
Face PullsBand Pull-ApartsNo cable machine

Visual Weekly Template

DayWorkoutExercises (in order)
MondayPushDips → Incline DB Press → Overhead Press
TuesdayPullPull-Ups → Barbell Rows → Face Pulls
WednesdayLegsSquats → RDLs → Split Squats
ThursdayPush(Repeat Monday)
FridayPull(Repeat Tuesday)
SaturdayLegs(Repeat Wednesday)
SundayRestActive recovery (walking/yoga)