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5/3/1 SSL with BBS
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5/3/1 SSL with BBS

Second Set Last with Boring But Strong Done for 2 to 3 cycles as leader template 85 to 90% TM

zcd
zcd· Sep 2024
98athletes running this program
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Overview

Length
3 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate
Goal
Strength, Muscle
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
60 min
This is from page 130 of the 5/3/1 Forever book. Here its set up as 3/5/1 but can be done with 5/3/1 programming if you prefer. Assistance for this variation is limited to curls, chin up/pull-ups and face pulls, nothing else as per Jim. No hard conditioning

Who it's for

Intermediate athletes ready for a structured program
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 4 days per week
Athletes who train in a garage gym (barbell, rack, and basic free weights)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Quadriceps
17%
Glutes
13.2%
Front Delts
11.3%
Triceps
11.3%
Hamstrings
9.5%
Chest
9.5%
Middle Delts
9.5%
Abs
5.7%
Adductors
3.8%
Lower Back
3.8%
Upper Back
1.9%
Biceps
1.5%
Lats
1.1%
Rear Delts
0.8%
Forearms
0.2%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)15 reps70%
15 reps80%
15 reps90%
2Squat (Barbell)55 reps80%
3Bench Press (Barbell)105 reps70%
4Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)125–50 reps
5Face Pull125–50 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)105 reps70%
2Overhead Press (Barbell)15 reps70%
15 reps80%
15 reps90%
3Overhead Press (Barbell)55 reps80%
4Pull-Up (Weighted)125–50 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)105 reps70%
2Bench Press (Barbell)15 reps70%
15 reps80%
15 reps90%
3Bench Press (Barbell)55 reps80%
4Pull-Up (Weighted)125–50 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)15 reps70%
15 reps80%
15 reps90%
2Deadlift (Barbell)55 reps80%
3Overhead Press (Barbell)105 reps70%
4Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)125–50 reps
5Face Pull125–50 reps

Weeks 2–3 are in the app

Download Boostcamp to follow the full program with auto-progression and built-in coaching notes.

Common questions

Yes, 5/3/1 SSL with BBS is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 3 weeks are fully unlocked.

This program is built around a garage gym. Make sure you have consistent access before starting, since the progression model assumes you can perform the same movements week over week.

Each session typically takes around 60 minutes to complete. That estimate covers your working sets but doesn't account for warm-up or rest between sets, so budget a little extra time when you're first learning the movements.

5/3/1 SSL with BBS is structured around 4 training days per week, with rest days built in to allow for recovery. The Boostcamp app lets you reschedule sessions if your week doesn't go to plan.

The program runs for 3 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

5/3/1 SSL with BBS is available inside the Boostcamp app, free on iOS and Android. Once you download the app, you can search for the program by name. The app tracks all your sets and weights automatically, so you always know exactly what to do next session.

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