Wendler's 531 is great but it says it's an intermediate to advanced program. I'm not sure how well it would work for a beginner. I personally don't know why it wouldn't work for a newbie if you can do the lifts correctly. I'm doing the BBB and I like it, it's done in cycles and it's a clearly laid out program. It's easier when i have goals and a plan to achieve them instead of shooting from the hip.