Want to get stronger? The 5x5 routine builds both strength and muscle mass. It focuses on compound movements. We have mixed in a few extra exercises to spice it up a bit. The plan includes two different workout days.
Exercise ID: 00441
Description: Load a barbell on a rack at upper-chest level. Step under the barbell so that it rests on the back of your shoulders, and grasp the bar at each side. Hands are slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Dismount the barbell and step backward. Your feet should be shoulder-width apart and must slightly point outwards. Inhale as you squat down by simultaneously pushing the hips back and bending your knees and hips to lower the torso. Keep your torso upright, and descend at least until your knees are bent at a 90-degree angle. Be careful that your knees do not extend beyond an imaginary line drawn vertically upward from your toes. Instead, push your butt backwards to avoid this. Exhale as you push your body back up to the starting position, still keeping your torso upright. You have completed your first repetition. Repeat the motion in a controlled way and count your reps.
Average per rep (kg)*: 55.84
Average per rep (lbs)*: 123.10
*Remark: The average values are calculated based on exercise data from the Blaze community. For more statistics and analysis, please download the Blaze app.
Exercise ID: 00437
Description: Lie with your back on a flat bench. The bar should be on the level of your eyes. Place your feet firmly on the ground. Grasp the bar with both hands, your hands should be shoulder-width apart. Straighten your wrists when holding the barbell. Push the bar upwards until your arms are almost fully extended. Inhale as you lower the barbell to your chest. Exhale as you press the barbell back up to the starting position. You have completed your first repetition. Repeat the motion in a controlled way and count your reps.
Average per rep (kg)*: 50.24
Average per rep (lbs)*: 110.77
*Remark: The average values are calculated based on exercise data from the Blaze community. For more statistics and analysis, please download the Blaze app.
Exercise ID: 00026
Description: Stand over a barbell, the bar should line up with your toes. Bend your hips and your knees and grasp the barbell with both hands a little wider than shoulder-width apart. Your back should be straight and your spine should form one line with your head. Flex your core muscles and exhale as you pull the barbell up to your waist or stomach using your arms and the strength of your back and core. Hold for a count of two and squeeze your back. Inhale and lower the barbell in a controlled manner until it nearly touches the floor. Keep your core flexed and your back straight. You have completed your first repetition. Repeat the motion in a controlled way and count your reps. On completion of your last rep, lower the barbell to the floor.
Average per rep (kg)*: 42.95
Average per rep (lbs)*: 94.68
*Remark: The average values are calculated based on exercise data from the Blaze community. For more statistics and analysis, please download the Blaze app.
Exercise ID: 00440
Description: Grasp the bar with a slightly wider than shoulder-width pronated grip. Hang with your arms and shoulders fully stretched. Your feet must not touch the ground. Exhale as you pull your whole body up until your chin rises above the bar. Hold for one second. Inhale as you lower your body until your arms and shoulders are fully stretched and you have reached your starting position. You have completed your first repetition. Repeat the motion in a controlled way and count your reps.
Average reps per set*: 7.0
*Remark: The average values are calculated based on exercise data from the Blaze community. For more statistics and analysis, please download the Blaze app.
Exercise ID: 00442
Description: Rest your knees, feet and elbows on a gym mat. Extend your feet backward and straighten your whole body so that only your toes and your elbows touch the ground. Your feet should be close together and your elbows should be positioned directly under your shoulders. Make sure that your lower back sags or your butt rises. Instead, ensure that your body is straight and rigid. Your core muscles must be contracted during the whole exercise. Hold this position for the desired period of time. Then go back to the starting position to rest. You have completed your first repetition.
Average duration per set*: 0:01:21 (h:mm:ss)
*Remark: The average values are calculated based on exercise data from the Blaze community. For more statistics and analysis, please download the Blaze app.
Exercise ID: 00441
Description: Load a barbell on a rack at upper-chest level. Step under the barbell so that it rests on the back of your shoulders, and grasp the bar at each side. Hands are slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Dismount the barbell and step backward. Your feet should be shoulder-width apart and must slightly point outwards. Inhale as you squat down by simultaneously pushing the hips back and bending your knees and hips to lower the torso. Keep your torso upright, and descend at least until your knees are bent at a 90-degree angle. Be careful that your knees do not extend beyond an imaginary line drawn vertically upward from your toes. Instead, push your butt backwards to avoid this. Exhale as you push your body back up to the starting position, still keeping your torso upright. You have completed your first repetition. Repeat the motion in a controlled way and count your reps.
Average per rep (kg)*: 55.84
Average per rep (lbs)*: 123.10
*Remark: The average values are calculated based on exercise data from the Blaze community. For more statistics and analysis, please download the Blaze app.
Exercise ID: 00447
Description: Set up a barbell on a squat rack at chest height. Select appropriate weights. Stand under the bar and grasp it with a pronated grip, wider than shoulder-width apart. Slightly bend your knees and position the barbell on your collarbone. Lift the barbell to rest on your chest, then step back and position your feet shoulder-width apart. Press the barbell overhead by extending your arms until they are locked, with the bar slightly in front of your head. Lower the barbell to your collarbone slowly while inhaling. Press the barbell back up to the starting position as you exhale. Repeat for the recommended number of repetitions.
Average per rep (kg)*: 32.46
Average per rep (lbs)*: 71.57
*Remark: The average values are calculated based on exercise data from the Blaze community. For more statistics and analysis, please download the Blaze app.
Exercise ID: 00444
Description: Setup: Stand with your feet hip-width apart under the barbell. The bar should be positioned halfway over your feet when you look down. Grip: Bend down and grasp the barbell with a shoulder-width grip. Prepare: Take a deep breath, ensuring your torso is upright and your back and arms are straight. Lift: Stand up by driving with your legs, pulling the bar up the front of your legs. Top Position: At the top of the lift, squeeze your glutes, pull your shoulders back, and exhale. Lower:*Push your butt backward and lower the bar down the front of your legs, keeping your back straight. Finish: Once the bar passes your knees, bend your knees and place the bar back on the floor. Repeat as needed.
Average per rep (kg)*: 61.78
Average per rep (lbs)*: 136.21
*Remark: The average values are calculated based on exercise data from the Blaze community. For more statistics and analysis, please download the Blaze app.
Exercise ID: 00127
Description: Hang from a high bar with your hands shoulder-with apart, your arms fully extended, and your legs hanging straight down. Straighten your lower back by tilting your pelvis backward. Slowly raise your legs as high as possible by flexing your hips and abdomen. Exhale. Hold for a count of two. Lower your legs to the starting position while inhaling. Repeat for desired number of repetitions
Average reps per set*: 10.0
*Remark: The average values are calculated based on exercise data from the Blaze community. For more statistics and analysis, please download the Blaze app.
Exercise ID: 00442
Description: Rest your knees, feet and elbows on a gym mat. Extend your feet backward and straighten your whole body so that only your toes and your elbows touch the ground. Your feet should be close together and your elbows should be positioned directly under your shoulders. Make sure that your lower back sags or your butt rises. Instead, ensure that your body is straight and rigid. Your core muscles must be contracted during the whole exercise. Hold this position for the desired period of time. Then go back to the starting position to rest. You have completed your first repetition.
Average duration per set*: 0:01:21 (h:mm:ss)
*Remark: The average values are calculated based on exercise data from the Blaze community. For more statistics and analysis, please download the Blaze app.