If you're new to lifting, you don't want to start with more specialized and, let's face it, awkward exercises like pistol squats and cossack squats. To build foundational muscle and strength, it's ...

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After months (maybe years) of performing three sets of 12 reps on repeat, your muscles are likely craving a fresh—and heavier—training routine. One path forward: the 5x5 workout plan. The ...

There is a classic weightlifting routine called 5x5, which means five sets of five repetitions of moderately heavy weight. Typically, athletes will lift 75% to 80% of their one-repetition max lift ...