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11-13-2006, 04:24 PM #1Registered User
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Hi, just finished week four of the 5x5 program that was on this site and have to say that the results have been very good. What I haven't really noticed is my traps or shoulders getting a good hard workout, i kow that they will be targetted with bench press and bent over row, but is there any need to add a coupld more small exercises like shrugs or side/front raises to target these muscles?
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I wouldn't add excess lifting in a strength program like that.
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11-13-2006, 05:35 PM #4End of the world ELITE MEMBER
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Which version are you using? Intermediate or advanced?
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11-13-2006, 07:16 PM #5Patrick ELITE MEMBER
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I usually very my pressing and pulling over the three days. The only thing I stick to as the 5x5 template is the squat. Everything else is mixed around. Like
bench
DB row
squat
Overhead press
Chin up
squat
incline DB press
cable row
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11-14-2006, 12:42 PM #6Registered User
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Thanks for the input, I'm currently doing the advanced version and just about to start the deloading/intensification phase, also noticed a drop in body fat by looking at diet carefully....except these damn chocolates!
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