Adding heavier work and accumulated resistance on my bench is going well. Things still feel heavier than I think they should but I'm not having any issues with pain, numbness or tingling.
bench
worked up to 185 doing triples and began adding 1 chain per set
worked up doing triples to 7 chains per side
added additional bar weight 235 for 3 reps
255 for 3 reps
275 for 3 reps
295 for 2 reps
dumbbell rows - self-supporting
90's for 4 sets of 8 reps
standing military press with angle bar
145 for 4 sets of 8 reps
reverse cable pull aparts
25 for 4 sets of 12 reps
Benching went well and each week my confidence is improving.