I liked 5x5 as a good, basic strength routine that will also add quite a bit of size if you're eating right (i.e. a LOT). I've found that you really do have to get good quality calories and a lot of sleep/rest if you're doing 5x5 correctly because it's a full body routine 3x a week that has you squatting every single time. Since you've maintained that your legs are your weakest link, most any proper powerlifting program should help with that if followed properly, but the frequency at which you'd be squatting in a 5x5 program is such that you should see some great strength gains in a shortish period of time. My only gripe about 5x5 is that it's very easy to overdo it. Make sure when starting out with 5x5 that you start with weights that are EASY to do for the first few weeks. You always want to start out low and then work your way past your normal weights throughout the course of the program. Oh - and don't forget to deload!! If you stop hitting your numbers for more than 1 week consecutively, it's time to back off, do some lighter training, maybe even throw in some sled dragging or hill sprints for recovery.
If you're interested, PM me and I can throw you a good spreadsheet for a 5x5 routine. Also here's a good resource to get started: http://stronglifts.com/madcow/5x5_Pr...Linear_5x5.htm
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