5x5 training

[snori]

Anyone a fan or used this method with good results?

[TRT,MAN]

ya ive done lots of times. just to blast threw plateus every now and then. but wouldnt do it all the time. thats grounds for over training.

[ninesecz]

never used it, Looking inot this new pst-7 or whatever it is though! Seems like the way to go

[roserose]

I use it when I haven't trained for a while to quickly build up strength. Its good for building strength not size.

[flanker6]

Check out stronglifts 5x5. Good way to build strength over the course of a month or so. It's what I'm doing right now, but I generally get bored with it after 4-5 weeks.

Workout A:
Squat 5x5
Bench 5x5
Bent over row 5x5
Dips 3xfail

Workout B:
Squat 5x5
Overhead press 5x5
Deadlift 1x5
Chins 3xfail.

Start by using a weight that you can lift consistently for all 5 sets.
Workouts alternate and are EOD.
Increase wt on each exercise by 5-10 lbs every workout.

[kojak_x]

Great for lifting heavy weight.

[Frank_The_Tank]

ya ive done lots of times. just to blast threw plateus every now and then. but wouldnt do it all the time. thats grounds for over training.

Anyone a fan or used this method with good results?

I've used it many times. Great way to build strength and size if done right. I disagree with the over training comments below.

[Ronnie Rowland]

A good basic program for strength but not great for power-lifting or body-building.

[ninesecz]

I do not think it is for me! I tell you what I do negative reps for chest and that works wonders for me. No spotter lately though so I have been unable to do them! SOOO SAd