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5/3/1 BBB Jon Bon Giorno Variation
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5/3/1 BBB Jon Bon Giorno Variation

Bon Giorno Variation of BBB (5s Pro on 5/3/1 work + beefcake supplemental %’s w/ lower body at 5x5) for a more sustainable version w/ bodybuilding assistance

Jon Bon Giorno, PhD
Jon Bon Giorno, PhD· Nov 2025
36athletes running this program
Free on iOS & Android

Overview

Length
3 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Intermediate, Advanced, Beginner
Goal
Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
40 min
This will get you absolutely massive and strong. It's simple, smart, hardcore training. The way it should be.

Who it's for

Athletes of all experience levels
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 4 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Triceps
13.8%
Front Delts
11.1%
Hamstrings
9.9%
Chest
8.8%
Quadriceps
8.3%
Glutes
8.3%
Abs
7.4%
Biceps
7%
Middle Delts
6.6%
Upper Back
5.6%
Lats
5%
Rear Delts
2.5%
Lower Back
1.7%
Forearms
1.7%
Adductors
1.7%
Abductors
0.8%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Overhead Press (Barbell)15 reps65%
15 reps75%
15 reps85%
2Overhead Press (Barbell)510 reps65%
3Incline Chest Press (Machine)38–12 reps
4Bent Over Row (Barbell)38–10 reps
5Overhead Tricep Extension (Cable)410–12 reps
6Leg Curl410–12 reps
7Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)310–12 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)15 reps65%
15 reps75%
15 reps85%
2Deadlift (Barbell)55 reps65%
3Bayesian Curl48–10 reps
4Chest Supported Row (Machine)310–12 reps
5One Arm Lateral Raise (Cable)310–12 reps
6Rear Delt Fly (Machine)310–12 reps
7Hanging Leg Raise3AMRAP
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)15 reps65%
15 reps75%
15 reps85%
2Bench Press (Barbell)510 reps65%
3Chest Fly (Cable)310–12 reps
4Standing Pullover (Cable)410–12 reps
5Overhead Extension (Dumbbell)410–12 reps
6Preacher Curl (Dumbbell)410–12 reps
7Leg Press410–12 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)15 reps65%
15 reps75%
15 reps85%
2Squat (Barbell)55 reps65%
3Dip (Bodyweight)38–12 reps
4Lat Pulldown48–12 reps
5Pinwheel Curl410–12 reps
6Single Arm Pushdown310–12 reps
7Hanging Leg Raise3AMRAP

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 BBB Jon Bon Giorno Variation 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 full 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 40 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 BBB Jon Bon Giorno Variation 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 BBB Jon Bon Giorno Variation 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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