what do u mean by planned progression of 5x5? the fact that u start out 25 lbs lighter than ur 5x5 max and then u add 5 lbs to the bar every session? in that case how am i doing anything different? i started at 165 lbs for 10x3. i added 5 lbs a session and now i am at 190. its the same principle.

also, it would not be possible for u (or anyone) to just stick to a static weight for the rest of ur life like benching 225 for 5x5. not only do other factors like fatigue, injury, etc count in but if u try for even a short while like 9 weeks to stick to the same weight with the same set-rep scheme u will actually get MUCH weaker on the lift.



i guess what works for some people may not work for others then matt. this has worked very well for me and the reason why my bench presses have sucked off late is because of the sheer volume ive been putting into my overhead press workouts. and i think thats fine. im willing to sacrifice the bench press for my OH press any day.



i am looking at:
1.) work capacity
2.) overall fitness levels
3.) the way i look in the mirror
4.) my progression on lifts with respect to set-rep schemes

so 1RMs arent all that important to me right now, hrdgain. the way i see it, going from a 3x3 max of 185 to a 10x3 timed max of 185 means progress because:
1.) ive increased my work capacity by almost 3 times
2.) i have progressed on the 10x3 set-rep scheme since my old 10x3 max was 165
3.) my chest looks much better
4.) i feel fit

this is how i guage my progress, matt.

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I just dont want to see you spinning your wheels.

i know i know, matt. feel free to ask me anything. when u ask me questions i re-enforce my own principles by answering them

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just giving some constructive criticism is all.

i recognize that, matt. which is why im being civil with u

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