No problem and I hope you like the workout--it's a rugged systemic style and once the weight goes up it can really rewarding.
There are 2 major ways the 5x5 is done, basically. The first is you use sets #1 & #2 as progressively heavier warms ups. Say a light warm up then add 15-20lbs on the bar...
Try 3 days a week two exercises per workout doing 5x5 working up to final set at top weight. Screw iso-exercises.
M=Squat 1x20 to utter failure plus calf 2x8
W=Bench 5x5 plus dips or press 2x8
F=Suprine grip lat pull 5x5 plus Deadlift from knees 2x4
Work hard enough to induce nausea. In good...
I don't compete in events and am unlikely to do mostly to geography. However I do a "dino" style workout and love triples, doubles, and singles.
My problem is this: on my way to 300lbs (stuck at 297.5) I've torn my right rotator cuff 2x's and my left once. Now when I do flat or decline presses...
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