5-Day Muscle Building
5-Day Muscle Building is a 5-day hypertrophy training approach focused on muscle building. Use it as a starting point for organizing and tracking consistent training.
What is the 5-Day Muscle Building?
5-Day Muscle Building is a 5-day hypertrophy training approach focused on muscle building. Use it as a starting point for organizing and tracking consistent training. This page gives you a practical overview of the weekly structure, intended training focus and progression approach so you can decide whether it fits your schedule and goals.
Gym Log advantage: once you've chosen the plan, you can import this workout structure into your calendar and track your sessions, sets and notes in one place.
Program-specific training plan
- Bench Press
- Incline Dumbbell Press
- Machine Chest Press
- Cable Fly
- Lateral Raise
- Triceps Pressdown
Combine compounds with controlled isolation work.
- Lat Pulldown
- Chest-Supported Row
- Seated Cable Row
- One-Arm Row
- Curl
- Hammer Curl
Prioritize stable pulling mechanics.
- Back Squat
- Romanian Deadlift
- Leg Press
- Leg Extension
- Leg Curl
- Calf Raise
Keep main lifts technically consistent.
- Overhead Press
- Lateral Raise
- Rear Delt Fly
- Curl
- Triceps Extension
- Hammer Curl
Use controlled isolation work.
- Incline Press
- Pull-Up or Pulldown
- Hack Squat
- Hip Thrust
- Lateral Raise
- Weak-Point Accessory
Add useful volume rather than simply repeating the hardest work.
How to use it
- Main movement patterns
- Hypertrophy-focused work
- Accessory exercises
- Manage weekly volume
Who it is for
People seeking a structured hypertrophy routine with a clear weekly schedule.
Goal
Muscle building
Progression
Use double progression where practical: add reps, then load, while managing fatigue across the week.
Accuracy note
Gym Log original five-day muscle-building template.
Regardless of template, log every working set and prioritize repeatable technique, appropriate recovery and sustainable progression.
Ready to track it?
Choose a start date and import this plan into your Gym Log calendar.
Common questions about 5-Day Muscle Building
How many days per week is the 5-Day Muscle Building?
This Gym Log listing is organized as a 5-day-per-week program.
Who is the 5-Day Muscle Building for?
People seeking a structured hypertrophy routine with a clear weekly schedule.
Can I track the 5-Day Muscle Building in Gym Log?
Yes. Use the import button on this page to add the available workout structure to your Gym Log calendar, then log your actual sets, reps, weight and notes as you train.