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5/3/1 for Powerlifting: Simple and Effective Training for Maximum Strength by Jim Wendler (2011) Paperback Paperback – January 1, 2011

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The 5/3/1 program is one of the most popular and widely used training programs today - and this is because it works. Strength, real strength training, has been lost in the world of fitness. We want heavily knurled bars, chalk and garage gyms. We need heavy squats and deadlifts. We go to extremes for the personal record. There are no secrets to getting strong and the 5/3/1 program has brought back the principles that have been lost among the academics and pencil necks. 5/3/1 for Powerlifting brings the program to the next level. This program remains simple and effective but gives you all the information for how to peak for a meet and display your strength on the platform. Even if you don't have plans on competing, this book will show you how to push for new one rep maxes and break through barriers. The principles presented in this book have stood the test of time - these have been used by some of the world's strongest men in their quest for strength and size. Don't be f
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00ZT22N72
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Jim Wendler LLC; First Edition (January 1, 2011)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 129 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0578096366
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0578096360
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.6 ounces
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Jim Wendler is the creator and author of the 5/3/1 Training Program. This program has been used by millions of athletes and lifters of all ages and abilities. Jim played football and graduated from the University of Arizona where he was a three-time letter winner. He went on to squat 1000 pounds in competition and is an accomplished Elite Lifter with a 2,375 pound total. He has coached high school athletes, collegiate athletes, trained general populations and spoken globally on the topics of strength training, conditioning, fat-loss, performance and program design. However, his greatest success is his ability to simplify the complexities of strength training into templates so that anyone can apply them and achieve their goals.

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daredeviltaco
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy and simple to understand
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2016
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Easy and simple to understand. One thing I noticed for small guys, is it helped with my hunger for food. Always had trouble eating even after a workout. Since I started this program I would get just unbelievable hungry. Don't understand why exactly. Diet was same before program but have to add extra meal now. I'm in my first deload week noticed more cuts and size. I can only imagine if I continue for next 5 months.
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James A Rauscher
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2013
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Purchased this book as well as Jim Wendler's other book. Been following his advice for several months and have seen some nice gains. Slow steady progress coupled with conditioning work will get you results. Nothing fancy, just hard work and no BS. Especially liked the section on Mr. Grey Pubes. At 49 I’ve been killing myself for the better part of a year with no results trying to get back in shape. It took Jim’s poignant writing ability to make me realize I would get better results with less. I am after all an old man, but have taken enough out of this book to train hard, get conditioned, recover and repeat.

I have been following the conditioning program, program (powerlifitng for lazy fat bodies) with excellent success. The book is filled with excellent programs and even better advice. I would recommend this book for anybody serious about training. I have purchased several books on lifting and have given away all but Jim Wendler’s two and Starting Strength.
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Jamin
5.0 out of 5 stars Great follow-up to the original 5/3/1 program!
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2011
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Jim did a great job on this follow-up to his immensely popular 5/3/1/ book! I highly recommend this book for both powerlifters and people just looking to use 5/3/1 to get strong. He spends a lot of time explaining key concepts and going into more detail about topics first introduced in the original 5/3/1 book. As has been mentioned elsewhere, 5/3/1 will keep you lifting and progressing for a lifetime, not just one or two cycles.

One of the best things about the program is its flexibility, not only to the daily ups and downs of life but also to different lifters needs. I am 32 years old and fly every week for work, yet I still manage to use the 5/3/1 program for my training (hint: the two days a week method works great).

As an aside, I will suggest a bundle package for anyone buying this book:

1) 5/3/1 - The original
2) 5/3/1 For Powerlifting
3) Starting Strength - Basic Barbell Training by Rippetoe
4) A prowler
5) A spittoon (you'll know why after pushing the prowler and running the big mother hill)
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5.0 out of 5 stars No fluff.
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2011
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I enjoy Wendler's simple style. The best systems, of just about anything, have a basic structure, but allow for flexibility within that structure. There is nothing magical or mysterious about 531. Far too many of us get caught up in assistance exercises, gimmicks and techniques too advanced or implemented wrong and never progress in our primary lifts. By providing a basic structure that stresses the Deadlift, Squat, Bench Press and Overhead Press and a simple progression scheme that a majority of trainees are lacking coupled with multiple ways to individualize or add variety, Wendler offers a system that is pure gold. He reviews the basic system and then tweeks things a bit to gear it to powerlifting, and offers meet prep framework. That said, this is not a "get strong overnight" or fad program. It is for the long haul, so if you want to get off your hampster wheel, stop the "insanity", prep for a meet, or just structure your training and actually make some progress...do it! Just for the record, women are not immune to the benefits of 531!
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Justin M. James
4.0 out of 5 stars Much more specific than the original
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2012
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I read the original 5/3/1 (1st edition) a while back (about a year ago?), and I liked the program and have been loosely using it since. I finally found out that there was a new edition just for powerlifters, and I am glad I picked it up. Unlike the original, it contains information specific to geared lifters (but it is not entirely for geared lifters). It also had some useful recommendations regarding how to modify the program to fit your needs and how far out from a meet you are. Where the original contained a lot of things that any powerlifter should already know (like how to perform basic lifts), this edition replaces it with information that is of special interest to a powerlifter. While this book makes references to the original, the references are explained enough that this one can stand on its own just fine. Like the original, it makes for easy, short reading. If your interest is the sport of powerlifting, you can skip the original and just buy this one. Personally, I got more value out of it then I did the original.

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hb
5.0 out of 5 stars Great sequel to the original 5/3/1
Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2012
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I purchased the original version and immediately changed my workout program to 5/3/1. This new book will give a lifter some variety in their routine and specific targeting of goals if desired. At 57 years old, I believe that 5/3/1 is an ideal lifting program for older lifters. I have made consistent progress and look forward to each workout. It is a simple and effective method for strength training.
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Rowdy Dowdy
5.0 out of 5 stars Read 5/3/1 first
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2011
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This book gives a great overview of the original 5/3/1 program and then shows ways to tailor it if you want to improve your powerlifting. The 5/3/1 program has been incredibly effective for me. I bought this book to get more ideas. It was worth the money. I will incorporate some of the ideas when I start my next 5/3/1 cycle.
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T1000st
5.0 out of 5 stars Works For Me
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2013
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If you're looking for a new routine this is definitely one to try. I've been lifting for over 3 years and just recently got into competitive powerlifting. This book helps to give you an idea of what to do in preparation for a meet, but the info can be applied to anyone who is looking to get stronger.
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Tamara
4.0 out of 5 stars 🙄
Reviewed in Canada on February 21, 2019
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The cover was a little bent and looks second hand. but other then that, Its alright.
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