Split Overview:
Day | Focus | Goal |
---|---|---|
Day 1 | Push (Chest, Shoulders, Triceps) | Build upper body strength & pushing power |
Day 2 | Pull (Back, Biceps) | Develop pulling muscles & posture |
Day 3 | Legs (Quads, Hamstrings, Calves, Glutes) | Total lower body strength & growth |
Day 1: Push – Chest, Shoulders, Triceps
Gym Version:
- Barbell Bench Press – 4×6–8
- Overhead Dumbbell Press – 4×8–10
- Incline Dumbbell Press – 3×8–12
- Cable Lateral Raises – 3×12–15
- Triceps Dips or Rope Pushdowns – 3×10–12
- Overhead Triceps Extension (Dumbbell) – 3×12
Home Version:
- Push-ups – 4×Failure
- Pike Push-ups – 3×10–12
- Incline Push-ups (feet elevated) – 3×10
- Chair Dips – 3×12–15
- Resistance Band Lateral Raises – 3×12–15
- Overhead Band Extensions – 3×15
Day 2: Pull – Back, Biceps, Rear Delts
Gym Version:
- Deadlifts (optional) – 3×5
- Lat Pulldown / Pull-ups – 4×8–10
- Barbell or Dumbbell Rows – 3×8–10
- Face Pulls – 3×15
- Barbell or Dumbbell Curls – 3×10–12
- Hammer Curls – 3×12
Home Version:
- Pull-ups (with bar or towel in doorframe) – 4×Max
- Inverted Rows (under table) – 3×10–12
- Resistance Band Rows – 3×12–15
- Face Pulls (resistance band) – 3×15
- Band or Towel Curls – 3×12
- Back Extensions (on floor or couch edge) – 3×15
Day 3: Legs – Quads, Hamstrings, Glutes, Calves
Gym Version:
- Squats (Barbell or Dumbbell) – 4×6–8
- Romanian Deadlifts – 3×10
- Leg Press – 3×10–12
- Walking Lunges – 3×12 (each leg)
- Leg Curls (machine) – 3×15
- Standing Calf Raises – 4×15–20
- Seated Calf Raises – 3×20
Home Version:
- Bodyweight or Weighted Squats – 4×15
- Glute Bridges / Hip Thrusts – 4×12–15
- Bulgarian Split Squats – 3×10 each leg
- Wall Sits – 3×45 sec
- Hamstring Curls (using sliders or socks) – 3×10
- Calf Raises on Steps – 4×20
Suggested Weekly Schedule
Day | Workout |
---|---|
Monday | Push |
Wednesday | Pull |
Friday | Legs |
OR
Any non-consecutive 3 days (e.g., Tue/Thu/Sat)
Tips for Success
- Warm up with 5–10 mins of light cardio + mobility drills
- Focus on progressive overload (more reps/weight each week)
- Rest 60–90 sec between sets, 2–3 mins for heavy lifts
- Track your workouts to stay consistent
- Get 7–8 hours of sleep and eat enough protein for recovery
Final Thoughts
A 3-day split gives you the best of both worlds — enough frequency to build muscle, and enough rest to recover. Whether you’re working out at home or in a gym, this split will help you build strength, size, and athletic balance without burning out.
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