Log - Fri., 4/9/10

Workout:

5/3/1 Cycle 3, Days 7 & 8

power clean, 135 - 3x3
squat - 5/3/1
 - 175x3
 - 200x3
 - 225x8 (285 - PR)
bench - 5/3/1
 - 175x3
 - 200x3
 - 225x7 (277)
BB row, 185 - 3x5

Comments:

This was my first day back after more than a week, and it showed.  It was also my second squat workout with the belt, and with very mixed results.  My warmup sets felt fantastic, but as soon as I put the belt on for my first work set, my form went to hell.  I feel as if I end up more forward (flatter back) with the belt, not as much depth, and as if I get less drive from my hamstrings.  I don't get it.  It could be mental.  So, the PR was there, but it was ugly, or at least felt ugly.  On the upside, my abs were definitely more engaged - they're actually a bit tired now - and my back felt very solid. 

When I got to the bench, I was simply gassed, and knew it.  I might have been able to get another rep, maybe two, but nowhere near what I needed for a PR.  I played it safe and moved on.