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You could run the 5x5 and just leave out the squats for now, or try going really light and building up your tolerance (not necessarily squats, but any leg exercises you feel comfortable with). Sorda like physical therapy while smashing the rest of your body.

I had a look at 5x5 and rippetoe's. They look alright. I've been a bit confused by them. So you pick a weight that you can do for 5 sets of 5 reps. Is that right ? So the first 3 sets would be pretty easy, with the 5th set going to or near failure. Is this correct ?