So I have come to the decision that I will not be squatting, deadlifting, or benching with my legs down for the next month. My back is finally feeling better, but not 100%. I need to break this plateau I'm beating my head against.

On top of the constant rehab I'm doing,  I will also go back on my anti inflammatory medication and muscle relaxers. Hopefully in one month's time I can get back in time to plant my legs on the ground to bench. I will also start all over again squatting and deadlifting lightly.  At that time I'll be one month out from my meet. Benching with my legs down does not inhibit my strength, it just messes with my form. Hopefully a month will be enough time to get it right.

I was talking to Rhodes last night, which is always great. Our conversation reminded me why I need to compete. He seemed a little annoyed about training without a particular focus. That's why I need that carrot in front of me. I feel lost training without a purpose. So working around my injuries it will be. It's been too long since I have been on the platform and I don't like that at all.

Right now I am getting psyched to just train at all. I have 400 for reps on the bench tonight (I might have to bump that up to 405-the close enough method). I'm setting up the camera and want ten reps with my legs up. Tune back in to see if I got it.

Constantly challenge yourself regardless of your situation.