At first I wasn't going to post a progression thread but I decided that it could benefit some people on the inter webs. When I first started to research Stronglifts I was looking for a session by session review of how different people progressed through this routine; these reviews were not easy to find/impossible.
For anyone that doesn't already know what Stronglifts 5x5 is, take a look at Stronglifts 5x5.
Reason for starting SL: I have been working out on-and-off for quite awhile but have always ended up quitting at some point due to lack of time. When I found this routine (through beyond) I decided I wanted to take a shot and see if I could fit it into my busy life. Considering it's only 3 times a week I figured that I could easily do it.
and so it began...
I started the routine on July 2nd:
Height: 5'8"
Weight: 160lbs +/- 2lbs
Waist: 29
Race: Asian!
I'm not the strongest guy but I'm definitely not the weakest.
My max weights that I could lift before starting the routine are:
Bench Press:185lbs
Squats: 195lbs
Shoulder Press: 175lbs
Deadlift: N/a
Overhead Press: N/a
Barbell row: N/a
July 2nd 2012 (First Session, New Workout)
Squats: 75lb
Bench Press: 75lb
Barbell Row: 90lb
July 4th 2012 (Second Session)
Squats: 80lb
Overhead Press: 65lb
Deadlift: 100lb
GOALs! (after 3 months)
September 26th 2012 (41st Session)
Squats: 270lb
Bench Press: 175lb
Barbell Row: 190lb
September 28th 2012 (42nd Session)
Squats: 275lb
Overhead Press: 160lb
Deadlift: 290lb
These goals are obviously without failing. Not too sure how I will do but I will set my goals to being perfect and adjust from there.
Here we go! Currently at Session 10 (July 24, 2012)