Beginner: Rippetoe SS (3x5) vs Stronglifts (5x5)
First off I am not a novice but am definitely in the "beginner" category after not working out for a few years. Previously used split systems but to get my strength back as quickly as possible I have just started Rippetoes Starting Strength. However, I have seen another beginner program at [url=http://www.stronglifts.com/]Stronglifts.com[/url] based on Rippetoes which uses 5x5 rather than 3x5 (Same workout days Mon, Wed, Fri, and still sets-across i.e. all weights the same)
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[quote]Workout A
3x5 Squat
3x5 Bench Press
1x5 Deadlift
(optional dips)
Workout B
3x5 Squat
3x5 Standing military press
3x5 Pendlay Rows
(optional chins/pullups)[/quote]
[url=http://stronglifts.com/stronglifts-5x5-beginner-strength-training-program/]Stronglifts 5x5 Beginner[/url]
[quote]Workout A
Squat 5x5
Bench Press 5x5
Barbell Row 5x5
Dips 3xF
Workout B
Squat 5x5
Overhead Press 5x5
Deadlift 1x5
Pull-ups/Chin-ups 3xF[/quote]
Is this too much? (Maybe for a total novice)
Will 5x5 give me quicker strength and size gains than 3x5?
Opinions please!
(What I am tempted to do is Rippetoe for 2 weeks then if I feel I can handle the increase in volume try the Stronglifts program. I used to train at high volume so am pretty sure I can handle it)