Really enjoying the routine, however, due to time issues during school I may not be able to run it when school starts again.
Could I split the workout in 2 parts, with one session being the big lifts and the second being accessories? (on the same day.)
Etc:
1PM: Squat, Bench, Row 5x5's.
4PM: Skullcrushers, Curls, etc.
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Thread: My Novice 5x5 For Bodybuilders.
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01-21-2013, 12:37 AM #2191
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01-21-2013, 02:54 AM #2192
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01-21-2013, 06:46 AM #2194
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01-21-2013, 06:51 AM #2195
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01-21-2013, 07:08 AM #2196
Do you have a group to join dude?
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01-21-2013, 10:21 AM #2197
What exercise can i do instead of the hyperextention am not able to do it at my gym
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01-21-2013, 10:24 AM #2198
Every workout it is getting harder and harder to get down on my knees to do cable crunches. Weight is getting too heavy.
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01-21-2013, 10:33 AM #2199
My grip strength is pretty weak which prevents me from going heavy on shrugs. When I use an alternate grip, I have much better control over the bar. Does an alternate hit the traps fairly equally? If an alternate grip is okay, should I alternate over hand and under hand after each set?
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01-21-2013, 10:42 AM #2200"You see, in life, lots of people know what to do, but few people actually do what they know. Knowing is not enough! You must take action!"
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01-21-2013, 11:33 AM #2201
I'm interested in doing this 5X5 program but have some questions.
I had knee surgery a few months ago, so I'm not able to squat or deadlift. Does anyone know if this routine would still be optimal to do with subsitute exercises? If so, what could I do to replace them? Really appreciate it, thanks.
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01-21-2013, 01:02 PM #2202
I'm on week 3 now and I'm doing hyperextensions with a 45lb plate. Should I start increasing the weight using dumbbells or move to good mornings?
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01-21-2013, 02:01 PM #2203
This routine will definitely not be optimal without two of the major compounds. Squat being probably the single most important lift in this program. You're going to have a tough time doing any major leg lifts this soon after knee surgery.
You should first and foremost talk with your doctor before you do any program. Even lifts like rows and overhead press could potentially put stress on your knees. Make sure your doctor clears you for things like that, because you don't want to delay your recovery.
I'm sure if you're cleared to do the other lifts you would still see good results with your upper body.
That's my take on it, but Jason or someone else can correct me if I'm wrong."He who makes a beast out of himself gets rid of the pain of being a man."
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01-21-2013, 03:00 PM #2204
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01-21-2013, 03:39 PM #2205"You see, in life, lots of people know what to do, but few people actually do what they know. Knowing is not enough! You must take action!"
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01-21-2013, 03:54 PM #2206
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01-21-2013, 04:02 PM #2207
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01-21-2013, 07:48 PM #2208
Im aware abs are made in the kitchen but Is anybody doing extra core work? Im thinkning about doing more abs maybe on my off days??
any suggestions? I feel my core is lacking
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01-21-2013, 08:08 PM #2209
Is there any benefit to adding incline bench press to either the A or B workout? Is there any harm to adding incline bench press to either the A or B workout? Thanks.
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01-21-2013, 08:13 PM #2210
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Just starting out? Not worth it. Been going for a while? Add it at the end of Workout A if you can handle the volume. But the chest in a relatively compact muscle, and doing bench presses correctly will give the whole pec a pretty good workout. I've been doing the 5x5 for ~7 weeks now and working out on a off for a few years (8 months solid this time around) and I still have yet to add Incline. I want to, but by the time I finish my workout I'm pretty toasted.
Current weight: 174 Goal: 180
Lifts:--------------------Goals: (for now...)
Bench - 205(5x5)-----------Bench - 225
Deadlift {X} until spinal problem fixed :(
Squat - 230(5x5)-----------Squat - 275
BB Row - 200(5x5) ---------BB Row: 225
OH Press - 125(5x5)--------OH Press - 135
(as of 2/6/13)
Link to my journal: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=148426033&p=954018063#post954018063
(Go to page 2 to get to where I switch to 5x5)
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01-21-2013, 08:42 PM #2211
Even though I have been doing this routine for a little over a week, I can already notice some slight differences in my body. Loving this program so far, only thing I tweaked a bit was I added in doing some standing calf rises if I am feeling up to it at the end of the work out!
After coming off this from doing all pro for a 2 cycles I am glad I made the switch, I like having the goal of getting a slightly higher weight each day. Even though some of my weights are still low, im eating right (tracking calories, fats, carbs and proteins) and sticking to a strict 5lb increase on exercises (except deadlift, today I jumped 10lbs)
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01-21-2013, 09:17 PM #2212
How long would it take to see any gains? Like a month?
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01-21-2013, 09:28 PM #2213
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01-21-2013, 09:43 PM #2214
Can anybody show me some transformations of people on this routine?
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01-21-2013, 10:12 PM #2215
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01-21-2013, 10:16 PM #2216
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01-21-2013, 10:50 PM #2217
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01-22-2013, 12:38 AM #2218
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01-22-2013, 01:30 AM #2219
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People asking about core work... if you feel your core is not strong enough on your squats and deadlifts you NEED more and I mean heavy core work not this 20 rep stuff.
As for grip questions:
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01-22-2013, 07:44 AM #2220
Jason, yu missed my question! On hyperextensions, should I continue using a 45lb plate for a while or can I progress heavier using dumbbells?
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