Strength Training 5x5

Laurie1 · Post by **Laurie1** » Fri Jun 12, 2009 3:18 pm

Could i do barbell rows instead of inverted rows ?
And would i do workout A twice in the week or workout B ?

And would i make it a weight heavy enough so i can only do 7 reps but do 5 ?

clem · Post by **clem** » Fri Jun 12, 2009 5:58 pm

I would suggest doing workout B twice a weak atleast until your deadlift becomes so heavy it over taxes your body then i would switch. Also i would stick to the exercises they suggest. I would suggest using a 5RM meaning you can't do more than 5 but that might be hard to sustain for 5 sets.

Laurie1 · Post by **Laurie1** » Fri Jun 12, 2009 6:15 pm

atm i cant do inverted rows because i havent got one of them bars you use.

and it says about starting light so should i use about half the weight i use now and just add weight each workout ?

clem · Post by **clem** » Sat Jun 13, 2009 9:46 am

If you have to swap barbell rows for the inverted rows then use a light weight til failure because its meant as an endurance/strength exercise. Also for barbell rows remember to rest the bar back on the ground in between reps for a second to maintain form. As for weight for other exercises if you've done the exercise and are comfortable with it then don't be afraid to stack on some weight.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ss5SuopztW4 heres a good video of barbell rows.. he takes a little bit too long of rest in between reps but you get the idea.

*edit if you have a power rack and an Olympic bar you can do inverted rows.. not sure of equipment you have*