5/3/1 beginner 4 day program

by Will B.
4 athletes joined

Program Description

Novice friendly program for the time poor individual. Follows Jim Wendler’s “triumvirate” programme, which entails a single main lift plus 2 accessory lifts, 4 days per week. One cycle is 4 weeks long with a deload in week 4. At the beginning of a new cycle, the lifter adds no more than 10lbs to lower body lifts, and 5lbs to upper body lifts. After stalling, drop the weight by 10% and restart.

Program Overview

  • Level
    Beginner, Novice
  • Goal
    Bodybuilding
  • Equipment
    Garage Gym
  • Program Length
    4 weeks
  • Time Per Workout
    60 minutes
  • Created
    Aug 12, 2024 11:33
  • Last Edited
    Jun 18, 2025 12:27

Summary

Kickstart your strength journey with the 5/3/1 Beginner 4-Day Program, designed specifically for those new to lifting. Over four weeks, you'll engage in a structured routine that focuses on fundamental barbell movements, including deadlifts, squats, and bench presses, complemented by accessory exercises to build overall strength. Train four days a week to maximize your gains and develop a solid foundation. This program is perfect for those ready to embrace the challenge and see real results in their lifting journey!
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WEEK 1
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
WEEK 4
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Military Press (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
5 reps
5 reps
65%
75%
85%
2
Dip (Bodyweight)
5
10 reps
-
3
Chin-Up (Bodyweight)
5
10 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Military Press (Barbell)
1
1
1
3 reps
3 reps
3 reps
70%
80%
90%
2
Dip (Bodyweight)
5
10 reps
-
3
Chin-Up (Bodyweight)
5
10 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Military Press (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
3 reps
1 reps
75%
85%
95%
2
Dip (Bodyweight)
5
10 reps
-
3
Chin-Up (Bodyweight)
5
10 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Military Press (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
5 reps
5 reps
40%
50%
60%
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
5 reps
5 reps
65%
75%
85%
2
Good Morning
3
12 reps
-
3
Hanging Leg Raise
5
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
1
1
3 reps
3 reps
3 reps
70%
80%
90%
2
Good Morning
3
12 reps
-
3
Hanging Leg Raise
5
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
3 reps
1 reps
75%
85%
95%
2
Good Morning
3
12 reps
-
3
Hanging Leg Raise
5
15 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
5 reps
5 reps
40%
50%
60%
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
5 reps
5 reps
65%
75%
85%
2
Bench Press (Dumbbell)
5
15 reps
-
3
Dumbbell Row
5
10 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
1
1
1
3 reps
3 reps
3 reps
70%
80%
90%
2
Bench Press (Dumbbell)
5
15 reps
-
3
Dumbbell Row
5
10 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
3 reps
1 reps
75%
85%
95%
2
Bench Press (Dumbbell)
5
15 reps
-
3
Dumbbell Row
5
10 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
5 reps
5 reps
40%
50%
60%
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
5 reps
5 reps
65%
75%
85%
2
Leg Press
5
15 reps
-
3
Lying Leg Curl
5
10 reps
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
1
1
1
3 reps
3 reps
3 reps
70%
80%
90%
2
Leg Press
5
15 reps
-
3
Lying Leg Curl
5
10 reps
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
3 reps
1 reps
75%
85%
95%
2
Leg Press
5
15 reps
-
3
Lying Leg Curl
5
10 reps
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
1
1
1
5 reps
5 reps
5 reps
40%
50%
60%
Week 1
1 / 4 Weeks
Day 2
1
Deadlift (Barbell)
1 Set
1 Set
1 Set
5 Reps
5 Reps
5 Reps
65%
75%
85%
2
Good Morning
3 Sets
12 Reps
-
3
Hanging Leg Raise
5 Sets
15 Reps
-
Day 3
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
1 Set
1 Set
1 Set
5 Reps
5 Reps
5 Reps
65%
75%
85%
2
Bench Press (Dumbbell)
5 Sets
15 Reps
-
3
Dumbbell Row
5 Sets
10 Reps
-
Day 4
1
Squat (Barbell)
1 Set
1 Set
1 Set
5 Reps
5 Reps
5 Reps
65%
75%
85%
2
Leg Press
5 Sets
15 Reps
-
3
Lying Leg Curl
5 Sets
10 Reps
-
Day 1
1
Military Press (Barbell)
1 Set
1 Set
1 Set
5 Reps
5 Reps
5 Reps
65%
75%
85%
2
Dip (Bodyweight)
5 Sets
10 Reps
-
3
Chin-Up (Bodyweight)
5 Sets
10 Reps
-