518 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.
Shawn Smith
Man, 513 weeks complete
3 years of prior experience
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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
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It's a good simple program for those who use a home gym.
Man, 28
3 weeks complete
2 years of prior experience
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Dependable for a reason! Add Jim’s recommended accessories and train them hard.
Santiago Sandoval
Man, 343 weeks complete
1 year of prior experience
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So far so good
Jeffrey Merlin Manalaysay
Man, 433 weeks complete
1 year of prior experience
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Less than expected muscle gains
Good
Alireza B.
Man, 253 weeks complete
8 years of prior experience
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Wendler is the MAN🫡
Μαύρος Πιτ
Man, 323 weeks complete
3 years of prior experience
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More than expected muscle gains
Simple and effective
Man, 24
3 weeks complete
4 years of prior experience
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Great as a strength baseline , although you need to add more exercises and sets to grow. Keep it as is for strength work if you do any other sport and add stuff if it’s your main workout program
Man, 39
3 weeks complete
7 years of prior experience
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Add way more accessories and listen to thre need for a day off. Back off the weight. Have good form. Leave ego behind.
Timmy
Man3 weeks complete
8 years of prior experience
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Simple program. I added in movements as I didn’t feel like I had pushed hard enough each session