2892: Upper Lower Split Workout | How to Build Muscle 4 Days a Week

2892: Upper Lower Split Workout | How to Build Muscle 4 Days a Week

Author: Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, Justin Andrews, Doug Egge July 2, 2026 Duration: 24:43

In this episode the guys break down their brand new MAPS Upper Lower program — a classic four day bodybuilder split designed for people who want to shape, sculpt and build their body with more volume than a full body routine but without the intensity of programs like MAPS Aesthetic. They cover why the upper lower split is one of their personal favorite ways to train, how the three phase structure prevents plateaus, why the final phase ends with a five by five strength focus, and why they built separate men's and women's versions with different priority lifts.

MAPS Upper Lower: ⁠ https://mapsupperlower.com⁠ Code: LAUNCH for 40% off. Includes male and female programs, workout videos, exercise demos, coaching videos and live coaching with Cole. At home dumbbell version included.

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0:00 - Intro

2:08 - Introducing MAPS Upper Lower — what it is and who it's for

3:32 - Why the upper lower split produces great results and how it differs from full body

9:02 - Phase breakdown — rep schemes, set structures and why the program ends with five by five

16:20 - Why the final phase ends heavy instead of starting heavy like MAPS Anabolic

18:38 - Men's vs. women's versions — shoulder priority, glute priority and why they're different

20:10 - At home version and what equipment you need

21:11 - Live coaching with Cole 


Tired of fitness fads and conflicting advice that leaves you more confused than when you started? Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth cuts through the noise with a no-nonsense approach you can actually trust. Hosts Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, Justin Andrews, and Doug Egge bring their combined expertise to every conversation, dismantling popular myths and calling out the pervasive snake oil in the wellness world. Instead of hype, they focus on practical, science-backed strategies for building muscle, enhancing performance, and-most importantly-sustaining long-term health. Their discussions are grounded in reality, often challenging even the most sacred institutions in the industry with a blend of sharp insight and relatable humor. Each episode of this podcast feels like an honest talk with knowledgeable friends who aren’t afraid to question everything. You’ll find clarity on nutrition, training paradigms, and lifestyle choices, all delivered without an agenda other than giving you the unfiltered facts. For anyone exhausted by the constant churn of gimmicks and seeking a sustainable path to feeling and looking better, this is an essential listen. The raw truth isn’t always pretty, but with this team guiding you, it’s undeniably effective.
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