Reviews
5/3/1 Boring But Big
This is supposed to be a 12-16 week program. I paid for the app so thr change in weights between blocks 1 to 2, 2 to 3 and 3 to 4 would be calculated. This only has rhe first block. The app messed up. If you read Jim's website he explains all of the calculations. So to continue you literally have to buold your own programs for 12 weeks on this app. Jim should be mad.
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9 weeks, Overhead and bench press feels weaker only squat felt like it responded well. For deadlift changed the bbb to FSL
Met gains, struggled more on the bench press and OHP sets leading up to each peak but hit every goal set in the two cycles. Added around 3 to 4 sets for ignored muscles like calves and forearm work per workout day, and some extra accessory sets as well. I'll probably run this again the same way after my next program.
This was a fun workout to try especially on a tight schedule with a young kid in the house. Can get most of the workouts in less than 45 minutes
Jumped back into this program after a few years off. Have regained almost all lost strength over the last 4/5 weeks. Top tier strength and muscle gains
Really good program, better than expected gains in strength and easy enough to complete in an hour each morning.
Great program if you know how to auto regulate.
Simply great.
If you ever feel stuck or can’t decide what program to run, you cannot go wrong with a few rounds of 5/3/1. I use this program between powerlifting blocks for a little recovery and “mindless” training. The volume of BBB is just perfect for nearly endless repetition of blocks. I’ve learned that I need the deloads!