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5/3/1 Anchor - PR Set, Jokers and FSL
Beginner–IntermediateFree

5/3/1 Anchor - PR Set, Jokers and FSL

zcd
zcd· Oct 2024
82athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
3 weeks
Days / week
4 days
Level
Beginner, Intermediate
Goal
Muscle, Strength
Equipment
Garage Gym
Session length
60 min
The recommended periodization for 5/3/1 is to do 2 leader cycles followed by 1 anchor cycle. A complete mesocycle would follow this format: Weeks 1-3 (Leader cycle 1) Increase TMs +5lbs upper body lifts / +10lbs lower body lifts Weeks 4-6 (Leader cycle 2) 7th Week deload Increase TMs +5lbs upper body lifts / +10lbs lower body lifts Anchor cycle Joker sets are extra work sets added above the highest percentage set for the day. These are usually done for 1-2 sets of 1-3 reps at 5-10% above the highest set of the day 3/5/1 Programming

Who it's for

Beginners new to structured strength training
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
13.8%
Glutes
13.8%
Hamstrings
13.8%
Triceps
13.8%
Front Delts
13.8%
Abs
10.3%
Chest
6.9%
Middle Delts
6.9%
Adductors
3.4%
Lower Back
3.4%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)13 reps70%
2Squat (Barbell)13 reps80%
3Squat (Barbell)13 reps90%
4Squat (Barbell)11–3 reps95%
5Squat (Barbell)55 reps70%
6Push Accessories150–100 reps
7Pull Accessories150–100 reps
8Single Leg / Core Accessories150–100 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)13 reps70%
2Bench Press (Barbell)13 reps80%
3Bench Press (Barbell)13 reps90%
4Bench Press (Barbell)11–3 reps95%
5Bench Press (Barbell)55 reps70%
6Push Accessories150–100 reps
7Pull Accessories150–100 reps
8Single Leg / Core Accessories150–100 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)13 reps70%
2Deadlift (Barbell)13 reps80%
3Deadlift (Barbell)13 reps90%
4Deadlift (Barbell)11–3 reps95%
5Deadlift (Barbell)55 reps70%
6Push Accessories150–100 reps
7Pull Accessories150–100 reps
8Single Leg / Core Accessories150–100 reps
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Overhead Press (Barbell)13 reps70%
2Overhead Press (Barbell)13 reps80%
3Overhead Press (Barbell)13 reps90%
4Overhead Press (Barbell)11–3 reps95%
5Overhead Press (Barbell)55 reps70%
6Push Accessories150–100 reps
7Single Leg / Core Accessories150–100 reps
8Pull Accessories150–100 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 Anchor - PR Set, Jokers and FSL 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 Anchor - PR Set, Jokers and FSL 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 Anchor - PR Set, Jokers and FSL 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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