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Workout Split Generator

Answer a few questions and get a recommended split with a sample week layout.

Your Schedule

How many days per week can you train?

What is your primary goal?

What is your experience level?

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How to Choose the Right Workout Split

Common Splits at a Glance

  • Full Body (3 days/week) - Every muscle trained each session. Great for beginners and those short on time.
  • Upper/Lower (4 days/week) - Alternates upper and lower body. Balances frequency and recovery well.
  • Push/Pull/Legs (3 or 6 days/week) - Groups muscles by movement pattern. Popular and flexible.
  • Arnold Split (6 days/week) - Chest/back, shoulders/arms, legs. High volume per session.

Matching Your Split to Your Schedule

The best split is the one you can show up for consistently. Here is a quick guide based on available days:

  1. 2-3 days available - Full body is your best option. You will hit every muscle 2-3 times per week.
  2. 4 days available - Upper/lower gives excellent results with manageable session length.
  3. 5-6 days available - PPL or an Arnold split lets you dedicate more focus to individual muscle groups.

What About Your Goals?

For hypertrophy, frequency matters. Splits that train each muscle 2+ times per week generally outperform once-a-week bro splits because they spread volume into more productive sessions.

For strength, prioritize frequency on the lifts you want to improve. Many strength athletes squat, bench, and deadlift 2-4 times per week regardless of the split structure.

For general fitness, pick whatever keeps you consistent. A "suboptimal" split you do every week beats a "perfect" one you skip.

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