What is 5x5 program ?

[eqaulo37]

I was curious if you can explain to me what does the five-by-five program mean?
and don't tell me to look it up because I did and there's about a hundred different explanations for it. I'm looking for the actual workout program and also what would be your opinion on somebody doing this who is new to weight training or is it just for experienced people

 

[SteveMobsterG]

I was curious if you can explain to me what does the five-by-five program mean?
and don't tell me to look it up because I did and there's about a hundred different explanations for it. I'm looking for the actual workout program and also what would be your opinion on somebody doing this who is new to weight training or is it just for experienced people

Actual program? 5 sets of 5 reps. That's it. Pick a movement and apply.

Warm up 1st. The 5 x 5 are WORK sets.

Anyone can do it.

One more thing. Chose how you ASK. I'm never keen on helping the demanding type. And if you had 100 answers and couldn't figure it out you're gonna struggle with the 10 more you get here

 

[stevesmi]

as mobster said actual 5x5 as it states
there are a lot of ways to apply it

my rec'd is pick 8 compound lifts and stick to those. its a great way to build a base

but you gotta use proper form otherwise you can injure yourself

 

[the_alcatraz]

5 sets x 5 reps
i do all heavy 5 sets with low reps

 

[JasonPriest]

5x5 program is more for strength guys. i don't like it for guys like me who are into physique and bodybuilding. i like 3 sets of 8-12

 

[BodyMonster34]

bro 5x5 for real men, i like it

 

[ceo]

bros do 5 heavy 5 light sets

 

[ROIDDERS]

5 sets x 5 reps its usually for each bodypart

 

[Quadsweep]

i dont do 5x5
i do 10x10

10 sets
10 reps

 

[Ulter]

yea 10x10 easier to do for me too