I remember how hard it was to choose a workout routine when I started and that's what inspired me to create the stronglifts 5×5 alternative.As you've probably realized by now there are hundreds of websites with their own version of a beginner workout routine.And one of the most famous ones is the workout.For people who enjoy minimalist routine and don't worry too much about aesthetics that workout will do the job.Without a doubt, you'll get strong as hell. But what if you want to build a good looking physique as well as get strong? Strength vs AestheticsMost people I've talked with over the last few years have aesthetics as a goal and not just strength.And to be fair most guys would choose a six pack, nice aesthetic chest and arms over adding 50 kg to their squat. That's just the reality.Of course, you'll build some muscle with the StrongLifts 5×5 plan. There's no doubt about it.However, I find that the minimalist type of training and the exercise selection in the StrongLifts program doesn't provide adequate variety to build a nice physique.And that's what inspired me to write an alternative workout.I know there's a lot of guys out there looking for a solid plan which focuses both on getting strong and having the looks.
About StrongLifts 5x5 StrongLifts 5x5 is the simplest, most effective workout to get stronger and build muscle. 3 full body compound exercises exercises, 3x/week, 45 mins per workout. The first workout A you Squat, Bench and Barbell Row. After one day rest, you do workout B – Squat, Overhead Press and Deadlift. The nice thing about routines like Stronglifts and Starting Strength is the A/B workout structure. Since there are only 2 different workouts you can train 2-4 times per week with relative ease. Four times per week is significantly more challengi.
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So that's how this workout was born. What to expect as a beginner?First off, let's be real here. As a beginner, you'll make progress (“newbie gains”) for a few months regardless of which routine you choose.Progress will happen as long as you do two things:. Consistency – You don't skip workouts.
Progressive overload – You progressively add weight as you get stronger.And of course things like nutrition and recovery (mainly sleep) play a key role here. You can learn a lot about these things and much more onThe key factors you want to learn more about are and how to use apps such a MyFitnessPal to manage your diet.Additionally if you're currently “Skinny Fat” I'd suggest watching.Again as I said, there are over a hundred videos on my channel explaining nutrition in depth so I highly urge you to check that out.
Now, let's get into the workout.StrongLifts 5×5 Alternative – Basic StructureThe routine will be a 3 days per week full-body workout.