Open Gym Strength and Conditioning – Bodybuilding

Bodybuilding RPE Scale

RPE 1-3 || This should be a weight that an athlete can move with ease throughout the intended rep range.

RPE 10 || This is a max effort for the intended rep range. The athlete should be fully taxed at the end of each set.

Arms and Core Warm-up (Checkmark)

3 Rounds

15/12 cal row

15 banded bicep curls (light band – fast reps)

15/12 cal ski

15 banded tricep extensions (light band – fast reps)

-into-

3 rounds:

5 Alt. V-ups (each side)

10 Lying Heel Taps (each side)

5 Cat/Cows

Athletes Notes

Focus: Move with intention and take machine work at an easy/moderate pace

Banded Bicep Curls

Banded Tricep Extension

Alt Leg V-ups (per side)

Lying Heel Taps (per side)

Cat/Cows

Ring Push-ups

*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets

Focus: Set up a pair of rings on a pullup bar and lower them until they are 2-3 inches from the floor. Assume a pushup position on the rings, with the hands/rings positioned below the shoulder and feet on the floor. Maintaining an engage core throughout, lower into a push until the chest makes contact with the top of the rings and then push up. Elevate the height of the rings to make this movement easier.
5 sets: 10 reps – RPE 7

*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets

Ring Row – Feet Elevated

*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets

Focus: Athletes will need a set of rings and some type of item (bench, box, or stacked plates) to elevate their feet. Rings should be set up so that the bottom of the rings are at the top of the athlete’s hip when standing. Foot platform should be at a height that allows athlete to be completely parallel when athletes are at the top of the rep (with rings making contact with the outside of the chest). Another measurement that typically works is using a platform that is right at knee level. Athlete should lie back hanging from rings with straight legs on their elevated platform and row until rings make contact with the outside of the chest. Core should stay engaged and legs straight. Athletes should avoid “kipping” the rep.
5 sets: 10 reps – RPE 7

*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets

Ring Dips

*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets

Focus: Dips will be performed on rings set at a height that you can keep your feet off the ground. Keep shoulders in an engaged position throughout the dips and the rest of the body in a strong “hollow position” if not using assistance. A band can be attached across the rings or one foot can be placed on the floor to assist.
3 sets: 15 reps – RPE 8

*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets

Standing KB Crush Grip Bicep Curl

*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets

Focus: In a standing position, take a KB and grasp it between both hands around the bell portion (not the handles). Palms will be facing each other on either side of the bell. Be mindful of the positioning of the handles so they don’t hit the face. Curl the KB up and then lower, stopping just before tension is lost in the biceps.
3 sets: 15 reps – RPE 8

*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets

Seated Tricep DB French Press

*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets

Focus: In a seated position, take one dumbbell and hold it by the upper DB head with arms extended overhead. Keeping the elbows tucked and pointed at the ceiling, lower the weight behind the head. Extend back overhead to complete. For ease of setup, have a partner load and unload the DB from your hands before and after sets.
3 sets: 15 reps – RPE 8

*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets

Seated Alternating DB Curl

*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets

*Build to a light/moderate weight. Stay the same and focus on strict control throughout

Focus: Stay with a weight that will allow for control and minimal kipping of reps. Sit on the edge of a bench or surface that will allow for the hands to be lowered to the sides of the body rather than being stopped by the surface that athlete is sitting on (ex. if the athlete sat in the middle of the bench). Keep dumbbells slightly in front of the body at the bottom position to keep tension on the biceps throughout set. When curling, turn the arm thinking about getting the pinky finger close to the shoulder to maximize contraction with each rep.
3 sets: 15 reps (each side) – RPE 7

*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets

Core Work (4 Rounds for time)

4 sets:

15 Strict Hanging Leg Raise

30yd Single DB Overhead Carry (Left– as heavy as possible)

30yd Single DB Overhead Carry (Right – as heavy as possible)

:30 sec Side Plank (each side)

30yd Single DB Overhead Carry (Left– as heavy as possible)

30yd Single DB Overhead Carry (Right – as heavy as possible)

20 V-Ups

30yd Single DB Overhead Carry (Left– as heavy as possible)

30yd Single DB Overhead Carry (Right – as heavy as possible)

20 Plank KB Pull Unders

*Rest 2:00 b/t sets

Athletes Notes

Strict Hanging Leg Raise

Single Arm Dumbbell Overhead Carry

Side Plank

V-Ups

Dumbbell Plank Pull Unders

Cooldown/Mobility (Checkmark)

1 min seal pose

1 min bicep stretch on wall

1 min tricep smash (each side)

Athlete Notes

Bicep Wall Stretch

Tricep Smash

Mayhem Mini-Pump

Mini-Pump Sessions are used as a supplement to another Mayhem Athlete track or on days when you are pressed for time and cannot complete the full day’s bodybuilding session as programmed. You should NOT complete today’s bodybuilding program AND the mini-pump session. Choose one or the other.

Arms and Core (4 Rounds for time)

4 rounds:

10 Ring Pushups @ moderate weight RPE 7

10 Ring Row – Feet Elevated @ moderate weight RPE 7

10 Seated Tricep DB French Press @ moderate weight RPE 7

10 Standing KB Crush Grip Bicep Curl @ moderate weight RPE 7

30yd Single DB Overhead Carry (Left– as heavy as possible)

30yd Single DB Overhead Carry (Right – as heavy as possible)

15 Strict Hanging Leg Raise

:30 sec Side Plank (each side)

20 V-Ups

20 Plank KB Pull Unders

30yd Single DB Overhead Carry (Left– as heavy as possible)

30yd Single DB Overhead Carry (Right – as heavy as possible)

*Rest 3 minutes b/t rounds

Athletes Notes

Ring Pushups

Ring Row – Feet Elevated

Seated Tricep DB French Press

Standing KB Crush Grip Bicep Curl

Strict Hanging Leg Raise

Single Arm Dumbbell Overhead Carry

Side Plank

V-Ups

Dumbbell Plank Pull Unders