THE MUSCLE UP PROGRAM

Overview

Program GoalMuscle up
Delivery FormatSelf-paced workouts
Experience Level10+ pull-ups
12+ dips
Program DurationSix weeks
Training FrequencyThree per week
EquipmentBaseBar/B-Bars
Resistance bands

Disclaimer: make sure you consult with a medical professional before commencing any exercise regimen.

Workout overview

Workout One (60 mins)Workout Two (60 mins)Workout Three (60 mins)
1A. Scapula depression
1B. Sidelying external rotation
2A. False grip pull ups
2B. Eccentric muscle ups
3A. Bar dips
3B. Chin-up
1A. Banded 90/90 ER
1B. Australian row
2A. Dip to muscle-up transition
2B. Banded high false grip pull-up
3A. Wide grip pull-up
3B. Push-up
1A. Banded shoulder extension
1B. Banded shoulder diagonal lifts
2A. Muscle-up
2B. Single-arm Australian row
3A. Tuck pull-ups
3B. Banded muscle up transition
4A. Squat assisted muscle up
4B. Dips with negative muscle up

Sample weekly schedule

Sunday
MondayWorkout One (60 mins)
Tuesday
WednesdayWorkout Two (60 mins)
Thursday
Friday Workout Three (60 mins)
Saturday

Tests

Max false grip pull-ups
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
< 3 reps3-6 reps> 7 reps
Max dips
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
< 10 reps10-15 reps > 16 reps


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