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Re: 🏋️♂️ 5/3/1 Progression: Tips for Success
Posted: Thu Jul 24, 2025 7:17 pm
by GraceReps
Anyone tried pairing 5/3/1 with CrossFit-style metcons after main lifts? Curious about hybrid benefits.
Re: 🏋️♂️ 5/3/1 Progression: Tips for Success
Posted: Thu Jul 24, 2025 7:17 pm
by MealPrepMaestroo
@GraceReps tried that during a mini cut—worked well but drained my CNS fast. Had to keep intensity low.
Re: 🏋️♂️ 5/3/1 Progression: Tips for Success
Posted: Thu Jul 24, 2025 7:18 pm
by LiftWithLiam
What do y’all use for progression tracking? App or old school logbook?
Re: 🏋️♂️ 5/3/1 Progression: Tips for Success
Posted: Sun Jul 27, 2025 7:02 pm
by michellestrong
Logbook all the way. Writing it down makes it feel earned.
Re: 🏋️♂️ 5/3/1 Progression: Tips for Success
Posted: Sun Jul 27, 2025 7:03 pm
by nick_bulkzone
Spreadsheets. I color-code my cycles. Nerdy but it keeps me accountable.
Re: 🏋️♂️ 5/3/1 Progression: Tips for Success
Posted: Sun Jul 27, 2025 7:03 pm
by SophFit
I use an app (Strong). Easy to track PRs and deload weeks.
Re: 🏋️♂️ 5/3/1 Progression: Tips for Success
Posted: Sun Jul 27, 2025 7:04 pm
by tony_trains
Speaking of deloads—how often do you all take one? I sometimes skip unless I’m wrecked.
Re: 🏋️♂️ 5/3/1 Progression: Tips for Success
Posted: Sun Jul 27, 2025 7:04 pm
by GraceReps
Every 6th week like clockwork. I treat it as active recovery.
Re: 🏋️♂️ 5/3/1 Progression: Tips for Success
Posted: Sun Jul 27, 2025 7:05 pm
by DanInMotion
Same here. Keeps me from burning out. I usually throw in band work and mobility.
Re: 🏋️♂️ 5/3/1 Progression: Tips for Success
Posted: Sun Jul 27, 2025 7:05 pm
by LiftWithLiam
Anyone doing 5/3/1 for size instead of strength? What template?