A slight improvement in front squats, and I managed an extra pullup in my single set to failure. Lifts felt strong, including the deadlift, which was a nice change from last cycle. I nailed the 450-lb. bench press with relative ease.
Some minor aches and pains, but overall I've been well. One thing I've changed is to be more consistent with isometric good mornings. I do these with a strap. I feel like these have really strengthened my mid-back area, which sometimes gets wonky during heavy front squats.
I think I'll ditch the standing overhead press, as I don't feel like I'm getting much out of it. At least nothing I'm not already covering with other exercises.
My bodyweight has remained stable. Hoping to keep it that way over the winter period.
Squat 525-575-615 lbs. x 1
Front squat 465 lbs. x 1 (PR)
Standing overhead press 250 lbs. x 1
Seated overhead press 315 lbs. x 1
Pullups x 21 consecutive (PR)
Deadlift 525-575-600 lbs. x 1
Bench press 375 lbs. x 2 - 450 lbs. x 1 - 405 lbs. x 6
Bodyweight under 215 lbs. this week.
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