Re: Help with 5X5 routine
Quote:
Originally posted by YamahaV8
Hey Beyond. I have started a 5X5 routine recently and have been really enjoying it but I have some questions about how I should be applying the weight to each individual set. I have looked over a few routines from different sources and there are 2 main differences between them.
Style 1: Use the same amount of weight for all 5 sets. Increase the amount of weight when able to do 5 reps on the 5th set.
Style 2: Ramp the weight up for each set. For example: set 1=100lbs, set 2=125lbs, set 3=150lbs and so on until your 5th set is your 5 rep max essentially.
I have no idea which one is right or maybe they are both right. What is your take on it? What would you do if it was your routine?
When I do 5x5 I do style one. Two warm up sets of roughly 50% of my work set, then 5 work sets of 5 reps. Works great for me.