🏋️‍♂️ 5/3/1 Progression: Tips for Success

GraceReps · Post by **GraceReps** » Thu Jul 24, 2025 7:17 pm

Anyone tried pairing 5/3/1 with CrossFit-style metcons after main lifts? Curious about hybrid benefits.

MealPrepMaestroo · Post by **MealPrepMaestroo** » Thu Jul 24, 2025 7:17 pm

@GraceReps tried that during a mini cut—worked well but drained my CNS fast. Had to keep intensity low.

LiftWithLiam · Post by **LiftWithLiam** » Thu Jul 24, 2025 7:18 pm

What do y’all use for progression tracking? App or old school logbook?

michellestrong · Post by **michellestrong** » Sun Jul 27, 2025 7:02 pm

Logbook all the way. Writing it down makes it feel earned.

nick_bulkzone · Post by **nick_bulkzone** » Sun Jul 27, 2025 7:03 pm

Spreadsheets. I color-code my cycles. Nerdy but it keeps me accountable.

SophFit · Post by **SophFit** » Sun Jul 27, 2025 7:03 pm

I use an app (Strong). Easy to track PRs and deload weeks.

tony_trains · Post by **tony_trains** » Sun Jul 27, 2025 7:04 pm

Speaking of deloads—how often do you all take one? I sometimes skip unless I’m wrecked.

GraceReps · Post by **GraceReps** » Sun Jul 27, 2025 7:04 pm

Every 6th week like clockwork. I treat it as active recovery.

DanInMotion · Post by **DanInMotion** » Sun Jul 27, 2025 7:05 pm

Same here. Keeps me from burning out. I usually throw in band work and mobility.

LiftWithLiam · Post by **LiftWithLiam** » Sun Jul 27, 2025 7:05 pm

Anyone doing 5/3/1 for size instead of strength? What template?

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