Reg Park’s Three Phase 5×5 Program
Phase 1
45-degree back extension 3 sets, 10 reps
Back squat 5 sets, 5 reps
Bench press 5 sets, 5 reps
Deadlift 5 sets, 5 reps
Rest 3-5 minutes between the last 3 sets of each exercise and train three days per week for three months.
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Phase 2
45-degree back extension 3-4 sets, 10 reps
Front squat 5 sets, 5 reps
Back squat 5 sets, 5 reps
Bench press 5sets, 5 reps
Standing barbell shoulder press 5 sets, 5 reps
High pull 5 sets, 5 reps
Deadlift 5 sets, 5 reps
Standing barbell calf raise 5 sets, 25 reps
Rest 2 minutes between sets and train three days per week for three months.
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Phase 3
45-degree back extension 4 sets, 10 reps
Front squat 5 sets, 5 reps
Back squat 5 sets, 5 reps
Standing barbell shoulder press 5 sets, 5 reps
Bench press 5 sets, 5 reps
Bent-over barbell row 5 sets, 5 reps
Deadlift 5 sets, 3 reps
Behind-the-neck press or one-arm dumbbell press 5 sets, 5 reps
Barbell curl 5 sets, 5 reps
Lying triceps extension 5 sets, 8 reps
Standing barbell calf raise 5 sets, 25 reps
Rest 2 minutes between sets and train three days per week for three months.
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