Not a whole lot to report from this cycle, other than I hit 600 lbs. in the squat. It was a solid cycle overall - slight drop in bodyweight, one PR, other lifts were at or around maximum weights (except the deadlift).
Right front delt and right elbow are still sore. My hip injury feels much better, but still tingles when I get into heavy weights. So I didn't push too hard on incline presses or front squats.
Still can't get the hang of overhead pressing while standing up. Granted, the little nagging injuries are adding up. But this time I couldn't even move 225 lbs., which I usually hit easily.
Also failed front squats with 430 lbs., bench press with 440 lbs., and incline press with 385 lbs. Fronts were a surprise, because they had felt nice and smooth all cycle. Bench press is still not where it was, but it's getting better. I only went to 405 lbs. for reps once in training. I might avoid incline presses for a while, as they seem to really aggravate my front shoulder.
Less failed lifts going forward. It will mean smarter rep programming, and knowing when to call it a day. Failing lifts in a power rack is fairly safe, but it still increases the risk of injury.
Squat 505-550-600 lbs. x 1 (PR)
Front squat 405 lbs. x 1
Bench press 365x2-405-425 lbs. x 1
Incline bench press 335x2-365 lbs. x 1
Standing overhead press 205 lbs. x 1
Seated overhead press 300 lbs. x 1
Deadlift 505-550-560 lbs. x 1
Bodyweight was in the 210-212 lb. range this week.
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