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Stronglifts 5x5

by Nick B.
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Program Description

Build strength by focusing on the core lifts: Squat, Bench Press, Bent Over Row, Overhead Press and Deadlifts

Program Overview

  • Level
    Beginner, Novice, Intermediate
  • Goal
    Powerlifting
  • Equipment
    Garage Gym
  • Program Length
    12 weeks
  • Time Per Workout
    60 minutes
  • Created
    Jan 14, 2024 08:30
  • Last Edited
    Jun 23, 2025 09:48

Summary

Unlock your strength potential with the Stronglifts 5x5 program, a focused 12-week journey designed for dedicated lifters. Training three times a week, you'll master foundational barbell exercises like squats, bench presses, and deadlifts, progressively increasing your weights to build muscle and power. Each session is structured to optimize your performance, ensuring you push your limits safely and effectively. Perfect for those ready to elevate their training and achieve tangible results in strength and physique.
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WEEK 1
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
WEEK 4
WEEK 5
WEEK 6
WEEK 7
WEEK 8
WEEK 9
WEEK 10
WEEK 11
WEEK 12
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Barbell Row
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Squat (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5
5 reps
RPE 8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1
5 reps
RPE 8.5
Week 1
1 / 12 Weeks
Day 1
1
Squat (Barbell)
5 Sets
5 Reps
@8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5 Sets
5 Reps
@8.5
3
Barbell Row
5 Sets
5 Reps
@8.5
Day 2
1
Squat (Barbell)
5 Sets
5 Reps
@8.5
2
Military Press (Barbell)
5 Sets
5 Reps
@8.5
3
Deadlift (Barbell)
1 Set
5 Reps
@8.5
Day 3
1
Squat (Barbell)
5 Sets
5 Reps
@8.5
2
Bench Press (Barbell)
5 Sets
5 Reps
@8.5
3
Barbell Row
5 Sets
5 Reps
@8.5
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING(4 ratings)
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4.75 / 5
Sang S.Age 44, Man
3 months ago
4 years of prior experience
More than expected strength gains
As expected muscle gains
Marginal modifications
This is my favorite beginner program. I ran this for about a year with added isolation . This helped my specialize in squats making it about the same as my deadlifts. I highly recommend this program for the first 3 maybe 6 months cause this will not make you jacked. My personal journey is stronglifts 1 year, madcows 9 months, 531 BBB for 16 months then my own for the rest of the time. 4 years total experience lifting. 500 squat, 550 sumo deadlift, 335 bench. 18 inch arms, 45 inch chest, 205 lbs. 44 years old. And I look like I lift with clothes and without clothes