Mark Rippetoe’s 5×5 Strength Training Routine
Description of the Workout
This routine is Mark Rippetoe’s variation of Bill Starr’s 5×5. Muscle gains of 30-40lb in six months are possible for a well fed lifter as well as massive strength gains in the major lifts.
The Routine
Workout A
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Squat
3
5
Bench Press
3
5
Deadlift/Power Clean*
3
5
Workout Notes:
*Alternate deadlifts and powercleans every “A” workout
Workout B
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Squat
3
5
Incline Bench Press / Military Press*
3
5
Chin-ups / [...]