Can somebody explain me what is 5x5 training? and a routine please...

[peligroso]

Well i heard about the 5x5 training what is all about? and can somebody gime an example

 

[xrsist]

head over to the training forum mate all will be explained over there

basically 5 sets of 5 reps each compound excersise

go over and check it out
http://www.elitefitness.com/forum/weight-training-weight-lifting/
http://www.elitefitness.com/forum/power-lifting/?daysprune=-1

 

[jumpmaster82]

what is 5x5 training? Over rated thats what it is. I did that shit for a couple weeks and felt like they were bitch workouts. I always train intensely, but i felt i got nothing out of it.