*warm ups consisted of me carrying plates across OBB to the monolift for about 10 minutes.

Squat

  • Bar x 10
  • 145 x 8 x 2
  • 255 x 5
  • 345 x 2
  • 455 x 2 - added Ace briefs
  • 545 x 1
  • 635 x 1
  • 725 x 1 - added Ace suit - straps down
  • 815 x 1 - straps up
  • 905 x 1 - knee wraps
  • 975 (93%) x 1
  • 995 (95%) x 1

Deadlift vs. Heavy Bands (200+ at top)

  • 315 x 1 x 2
  • 385 x 1 x 4
  • 435 (~60%) x 1 - added King Deadlifter
  • 480 (~67%) x 1
  • 520 (~72%) x 1

Everything went as I had hoped today. The weight moved well and my balance was much better too. I also had a few teammates there to help spot me and keep me safe. I appreciate them taking the time out to do so. This should be my last heavy day of squatting and nothing more than an opener next week, but I'm contemplating doing my second via reverse band. I'll have to see how I feel when the time comes.
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