526 reviews for 5/3/1 Boring But Big
5/3/1 Boring But Big (BBB) is a popular variation of Jim Wendler's famous 531 method for intermediate lifters to gain size and strength. It focuses on high volume accessories to induce hypertrophy after the main strength sets.
5/3/1 BBB is based on Jim Wendler's original article and is also free on the Reddit r/fitness wiki. Be sure to check out Jim's 5/3/1 Forever book, which collects all of Jim's methods.
5/3/1 BBB is free on Boostcamp App. You can also find other 5/3/1 templates like 5/3/1 for Beginners and 5/3/1 Building the Monolith in app format.
Read the full 5/3/1 program guide below.
Aran L.
Man, 213 weeks complete
1 year of prior experience
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The only good power building routine
David J.
Man, 513 weeks complete
8 years of prior experience
Less than expected strength gains
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Good program. But it's named appropriately
Lynn Mirovsky
Man, 543 weeks complete
8 years of prior experience
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Joy F.
Woman, 263 weeks complete
4 years of prior experience
More than expected strength gains
More than expected muscle gains
Fewer sets than I'm used to because it really focuses on compound movements. I was skeptical but I do feel like I pushed hard during each workout. At the end of the program I feel like I've made gains without losing anything or injuring myself.
Matt Cipollone
Man, 433 weeks complete
8 years of prior experience
As expected strength gains
As expected muscle gains
Stick to the plan - don’t go crazy with accessories.
Alec_Nichols_93
Man, 323 weeks complete
8 years of prior experience
As expected strength gains
As expected muscle gains
One of the all time greats. 5/3/1 forever.
Anonymous
Man3 weeks complete
8 years of prior experience
As expected strength gains
As expected muscle gains
Easy to follow
Adam A.
Man, 253 weeks complete
2 years of prior experience
As expected strength gains
As expected muscle gains
Does exactly what you think it does lol.
Shawn Smith
Man, 513 weeks complete
3 years of prior experience
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As expected muscle gains
It gives you goals to meet and beat. Doing multiple rounds are really beneficial.
Jabin G.
Man, 393 weeks complete
8 years of prior experience
As expected strength gains
As expected muscle gains
It's a good simple program for those who use a home gym.