Thread: What's your views on 5/3/1...?

I'm interested in hearing feedback on this topic too.

I'm personally doing some old Bill Star 5x5 spreadsheet I dug up that seems to be doing well for getting my strength back, but at some point I presume it will get too heavy for me and something more focused on size than strength may be appropriate for my age (40) - but who knows, its working for me now so probably wont mess with it for a while.

Dude I'm not even old and whenever I try doing heavy ass lifts for more than I few weeks I mess myself up even when concentrating on having perfect form

I've got 30 plus years under the bar. I've used 5/3/1 and its variations many times and I keep coming back, mainly because of the simplicity. It can be adjusted to the user's goals, strength levels, time, etc. Not the case with many other programs. I just pre-ordered a copy of 5/3/1 Forever. It's the culmination of Wendler's work over the years( if you've never heard of it). Plenty of programs to choose from as well as other topics. I'm not a Wendler worshiper, or anyone else for that matter, but 5/3/1 works well for me. Training shouldn't be complicated.

I like the 531. Going to start Greyskull LP this week.......looking forward to it.

I've never tried a 531 program but did a 5x5 that built strength like crazy. I know you're looking for size and if you research it you'll find many different opinions which only adds to the confusion.... I think you'll find that you'll have to play around with different rep ranges and work loads which in itself can keep your body guessing and growing bro