very basic full body.. is it enough though?

[linkin90]

I'm a novice and my goal is to build muscle and strength, primarily muscle though. So this is the routine, there is a rest day after every training day, maybe taking the weekends off every now and then.


A
squat 3 sets
bench 3 sets
row 3 sets

B
deadlift 2-3 sets
shoulder press 3 sets
chinups 3 sets

I know the basics and frequency are the most important thing for a novice regardless of goals. I like the setup because you can pretty much give 100% on each lift but is this routine enough? Thanks

[trexmoad123]

Seems like a solid routine. You can also check out Starting Strength.. very similar.

[batman37]

Seems like a solid routine. You can also check out Starting Strength.. very similar.

^^Yep

Here are some links
http://startingstrength.wikia.com/wi...ifts#The_Squat

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnV7v...9fRVAAAAAAAAAQ

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...7815533&page=1

Also see the link in my sig below. Have fun.

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=131379243

[linkin90]

im familiar with starting strength. I like the above routine because you get to deadlift fresh though. Any other thoughts?

[MichaelCJ]

Looks solid. How many reps per set?

[linkin90]

Looks solid. How many reps per set?

pretty low, like 5-8. Deadlifts will probably always be 5