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2 Suns 5/3/1 Linear Progression (4 Day LP)

By nSuns

Experience
Intermediate (2-3 years)
Time
63 minutes/day | 4 days/week | 4 weeks
Good for
Build Muscle, Gain Strength, Powerlifting
Equipment
Barbell, Bodyweight, Cable, Dumbbell, Machine, Pull up bar
Statistics
Average Cardio Intensity
30%
Average Exertion
60%
Description
Source: liftvault.com

The 2 Suns Linear Progression version of 5/3/1 template is great for beginners because it immediately gets them accustomed to higher training frequency, whereas many novice programs only call for 3x weekly training. The novice trainer is unique in that they are able to rapidly recover from training sessions.

Recommended because:

  • 2x weekly benching
  • 2x weekly squatting (counting the front squat variation)
  • 2x weekly deadlifting (counting the alternate stance variation)
  • Plenty of room to add accessories that address weaknesses

My only recommendation would be to add in some upper back work as an accessory, as the primary lifts programmed here don’t hit it especially hard.

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Day 1

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assistance: chest, arms and back

Barbell Bench Press demonstrationPlay Barbell Bench Press demonstration
1. Barbell Bench Press
9 sets, 8, 6, 4, 4, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 reps, (rest 60s)
Set 1: 60% of 1RM Set 2: 70% of 1RM Set 3-5: 75% of 1RM Set 6-7: 70% of 1RM Set 8: 65% of 1RM Set 9: 60% of 1RM
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Standing Barbell Military Press (AKA Overhead Press) demonstrationPlay Standing Barbell Military Press (AKA Overhead Press) demonstration
2. Standing Barbell Military Press (AKA Overhead Press)
8 sets, 6, 5, 3, 5, 7, 4, 6, 8 reps, (rest 60s)
Set 1: 45% of 1RM Set 2: 55% of 1RM Remaining Sets: 65% of 1RM
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Machine Bench Press demonstrationPlay Machine Bench Press demonstration
3. Machine Bench Press
3 sets, 12 - 15 reps, (rest 60s)
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Barbell Biceps Curl▶
4. Barbell Biceps Curl
3 sets, 12 - 15 reps, (rest 60s)
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Rope Pressdown demonstrationPlay Rope Pressdown demonstration
5. Rope Pressdown
3 sets, 12 - 15 reps, (rest 60s)
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Pull-up demonstrationPlay Pull-up demonstration
6. Pull-up
3 sets, 10 - 12 reps, (rest 60s)
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Day 2

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assistance: legs and abs

Barbell Squat demonstrationPlay Barbell Squat demonstration
1. Barbell Squat
9 sets, 5, 3, 1, 3, 3, 3, 5, 5, 5 reps, (rest 60s)
Set 1: 70% of 1RM Set 2: 75% of 1RM Set 3: 85% of 1RM (+1) Set 4: 80% of 1RM Set 5: 75% of 1RM Set 6-7: 70% of 1RM Set 8: 65% of 1RM Set 9: 60% of 1RM (You can do more than 5 reps if you like)
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Barbell Sumo Deadlift demonstrationPlay Barbell Sumo Deadlift demonstration
2. Barbell Sumo Deadlift
8 sets, 5, 5, 3, 5, 7, 4, 6, 8 reps, (rest 60s)
Set 1: 45% of 1RM Set 2: 55% of 1RM Remaining Sets: 65% of 1RM
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Leg Extensions demonstrationPlay Leg Extensions demonstration
3. Leg Extensions
3 sets, 12 - 15 reps, (rest 60s)
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Lying Leg Curls demonstrationPlay Lying Leg Curls demonstration
4. Lying Leg Curls
3 sets, 12 - 15 reps, (rest 60s)
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Lying Knee Raise (on floor) demonstrationPlay Lying Knee Raise (on floor) demonstration
5. Lying Knee Raise (on floor)
3 sets, 12 - 15 reps, (rest 60s)
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Ab Crunch Machine demonstrationPlay Ab Crunch Machine demonstration
6. Ab Crunch Machine
3 sets, 12 - 15 reps, (rest 60s)
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Day 4

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assistance: arms and misc.

Barbell Bench Press demonstrationPlay Barbell Bench Press demonstration
1. Barbell Bench Press
9 sets, 5, 3, 1, 3, 5, 3, 5, 3, 5 reps, (rest 60s)
Set 1: 70% of 1RM Set 2: 75% of 1RM Set 3: 85% of 1RM Set 4: 80% of 1RM Set 5: 75% of 1RM Set 6-7: 70% of 1RM Set 8: 65% of 1RM Set 9: 60% of 1RM (You can do more than 5 reps)
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Close-Grip Bench Press demonstrationPlay Close-Grip Bench Press demonstration
2. Close-Grip Bench Press
8 sets, 6, 5, 3, 5, 7, 4, 6, 8 reps, (rest 60s)
Set 1: 35% of 1RM Set 2: 45% of 1RM Remaining Sets: 55% of 1RM
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Close-Grip Bench Press demonstrationPlay Close-Grip Bench Press demonstration
3. Close-Grip Bench Press
8 sets, 6, 5, 3, 5, 7, 4, 6, 8 reps, (rest 60s)
Set 1: 35% of 1RM Set 2: 45% of 1RM Remaining Set: 55% of 1RM
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Standing Dumbbell Biceps Curl demonstrationPlay Standing Dumbbell Biceps Curl demonstration
4. Standing Dumbbell Biceps Curl
3 sets, 12 - 15 reps, (rest 60s)
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Cable Tricep Extension demonstrationPlay Cable Tricep Extension demonstration
5. Cable Tricep Extension
3 sets, 12 - 15 reps, (rest 60s)
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Day 5

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assistance: back and abs

Barbell Deadlift demonstrationPlay Barbell Deadlift demonstration
1. Barbell Deadlift
9 sets, 5, 3, 1, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3 reps, (rest 60s)
Set 1: 70% of 1RM Set 2: 75% of 1RM Set 3: 85% of 1RM (1+) Set 4: 80% of 1RM Set 5: 75% of 1RM Set 6-7: 70% of 1RM Set 8: 65% of 1RM Set 9: 60% of 1RM (You can do more than 3 reps)
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Crossed-Arm Barbell Front Squat▶
2. Crossed-Arm Barbell Front Squat
8 sets, 5, 5, 3, 5, 7, 4, 6, 8 reps, (rest 60s)
Set 1: 30% of 1RM Set 2: 40% of 1RM Remaining Set: 50% of 1RM
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Lat Pulldown demonstrationPlay Lat Pulldown demonstration
3. Lat Pulldown
3 sets, 12 - 15 reps, (rest 60s)
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Lying Knee Raise (on floor) demonstrationPlay Lying Knee Raise (on floor) demonstration
4. Lying Knee Raise (on floor)
3 sets, 12 - 15 reps, (rest 60s)
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Date Created: 2/11/2020, UTC


Last Updated: 4/18/2021, UTC

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