I'm currently training for the 2019 USPA Nationals in Columbus, Ohio. After dropping a couple weight classes, this meet will be second showing at 198 and real return to raw powerlifting after a couple years wearing gear.
Training
Close Grip Incline - 255 x 5 x 3. Cut this short of what was planned. With little help in the gym and a pec that was bothering me I decided cutting a couple sets was the right idea.
I've torn both sides at least once each and constantly battle with keeping them healthy. This doesn't feel like a strain, it just feels achy and overused. I think some self-care, a deload and a visit to the massage therapist should fix it up. It doesn't feel like I can't bench, just feels dangerous to push the bench.
Pushups - 8 x 20, this didn't bother me at all thankfully, giving me some confidence that this issue isn't a big deal.
Bird Dog Rows - 70 x 3 x 8. I'm convinced that this isn't an upper back movement but rather a core movement.
Band Pull aparts - Monster mini - 4 x 20
Wall Walks (rotor cuff work) - Mini x 3 x 20 seconds
Hanging weight bench - 40 per side, 3 x ~15
