Question 1

What is an upper body workout?

Accepted Answer

Upper body day trains every muscle above the waist in one session: chest, back, shoulders, biceps, and triceps. It is one half of the Upper/Lower split, typically run twice per week alongside two lower body days.

Question 2

Is an upper/lower split better than PPL?

Accepted Answer

Upper/Lower is simpler and fits a 4-day-per-week schedule well; PPL gives more volume per body part but needs 5-6 training days. Both build muscle effectively if volume and progression are matched.

Question 3

How long does this upper body day take?

Accepted Answer

This upper body day includes 5 exercises across 17 working sets, and takes roughly 32 minutes at a moderate pace. Add a 5-10 minute warm-up if you have not trained recently.

Question 4

What equipment do I need for this workout?

Accepted Answer

You need standard commercial gym equipment: barbells, dumbbells, pin-loaded machines, and cables. Home gym lifters can substitute in similar movement patterns using dumbbells and a bench.

Question 5

Can beginners do this workout?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you can perform the basic movement patterns safely. Start at the low end of each rep range with weights that feel easy, focus on technique, and add weight gradually. If any movement feels painful (not fatiguing), swap it for a simpler variation.

Question 6

Do I need to sign up to use this?

Accepted Answer

No. Every workout on freeworkouts.app is fully free, with no account required. If you want to track sessions across devices and see long-term progression, the Hypro mobile app adds that on top.

Upper Body Workout

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Upper Body Workout

Upper Body Workout

About this upper body day

Frequently asked questions

01What is an upper body workout?

02Is an upper/lower split better than PPL?

03How long does this upper body day take?

04What equipment do I need for this workout?

05Can beginners do this workout?

06Do I need to sign up to use this?

Keep Your Progress Forever