5 exercises. 5 sets. 5 reps. One goal: get stronger.

The 5x5x5 System strips away the unnecessary and puts the focus where it belongs: quality compound movements, progressive resistance, and consistent execution.

This 8-week Intermediate program centers each workout around 5 exercises performed for 5 sets of 5 reps, followed by 5–7 minutes of conditioning. With 2–3 minutes of recovery between sets, you’ll have time to reset and attack each working set with purpose.

The focus is overall strength and muscle development using movements that demand work from your entire body.

You’ll track your workouts, gradually increase your loads when appropriate, and build strength through consistency rather than ego lifting.

THE BREAKDOWN

Phase 1 / Weeks 1–4

Phase 2 / Weeks 5–8

Simple doesn’t mean easy.

Five. Five. Five. Get to WORK.