Wendler 531 6 month review

Thi is a short summary of where I am at after being 6 months an the 531 workout. So far progression is positive, but first cracks start to show which have to be monitored and, if persistent, countermeasures will have to be taken.

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Wendler 531 cycle

This is to jelp you to understand what a Wendler cycle is and how you can use it to your advantage. If you want to learn more about the program please check also my youtube channel where I filmed and commented my progression on 531.

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Wendler 531 Speed up techniques

These are some ideas on how to speed up the Wendler 5 3 1 workout which are discussed in the Wendler 5/3/1 and beyond 5/3/1 book. Please refer back to those to get a full picture as this is just a small snapshot of what I have done with it. Also only speed the program up, if you got used to it in the first place. Do not jump in as a beginner and try to go fast. Usually a recipe for desaster. Here are some ideas.

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30 Jim Wendler Quotes that kick ass

“Bleed success. Eat. Sleep. Mate. Defend.”

I have been on the 5 3 1 workout for almost half a year now. The more I learn about Jim Wendler, the more I think he is just an all around awesome guy. I definetly recommend reading his books 531 and beyond 531.You will be entertained, educated and become one strong bastard.

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Expert interview on how to reach your fitness goals

Having been in the position to be overweight to the point of having nosebleed based on high blood pressure i might know a thing or two about weight loss. However I only know my personal story and therefore asked John Lark who runs Sphere Fitness in the greater Dublin area and has been around a while in the fitness industry what works for him and his clients. Let me know your thoughts in the comments. I am a client of his and you see John's answers below.

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How to combine Jim Wendler 5/3/1 and the westside method

You can combine the two methods taking Jim Wendler's approach for max effort days and the westside approach for dynamic days. Be aware that this increases overall workload of the Jim Wendler program and optimises your max effort days for general strength development, rather than specific development for powerlifting.

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Jim Wendler 5/3/1 three month review

This is an overview of my three months experience with the Jim Wendler program. All graphics show weight lifted in kilogram. First month is missing, as I did not track my calculated 1RM in that month. Summarised I improved my squat by 2.5kg, bench press by 2,5kg and deadlift by 5 kg. All these lifts with headroom for more, as you can see in the provided videos for reference.

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Jim Wendler 5/3/1 Top Set Calculator

 

Who should use it ?

This calculator is to be used to accompany the Jim Wendler One year calculator which is also provided by Marathon Crossfit. This should be used, when you have familiarised yourself with the ground principles of the program via the Jim Wendler books and how to track your workouts in the excel spreadsheet.

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My second Jim Wendler 531 cycle

My second cycle on lifting with this program still goes string. I have turned 30 now and I was never fitter or stronger in my entire life. Still daily life creeps in and you have to make some adjustments here and there, but overall it is going on track.

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Jim Wendler 5/3/1 Joker vs. Volume Sets

With the updates in Beyond 5/3/1 Jim Wendler introduces joker sets for autoregulation and also a couple of other templates to add volume to his program, based on what your personal needs are. This post explains my approach to when to use which. So far this yielded a new 180kg Deadlift PR and a 75kg PR for me after being two months on the program. This is an appraoch which is only recommended if you have already lifting experience of a year as it requires good knowledge of lifting theory and your body to make the right decisions in the gym.

If you get dizzy just reading this article, go for a simpler lifting template to start.

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