Training Log: Entry 3571

AM WORKOUT (0400 wake up via alarm)

*Tactical Barbell Operator* Cycle 2, Week 5, Workout 1

MAIN WORK

SSB Squat

5x5x325 (misload)

ALTERNATE w/

Axle strict press

5x2x193+1 push press rep per set (misload)

6 chins between sets

ASSISTANCE

6 rounds of

* Press (98lb trap bar/95lb BtN/93lb axle) 3x10, 3x8

* Dips to failure

* 3x17/3x16 10lb lateral raise

* 3x17/3x16 band pull aparts

1x10 standing ab wheel

Notes:

* I swapped a 55 and a 45lb plate between the axle and the SSB, unbeknownst to me until I was unloaded the bars and noticed.  In turn, I was remarking in my head how my squat was continuing to climb while my press was regressing and wondering what mechanism was at play the entire time I was working through all 5 sets.  It ended up turning this week into a hybrid of weeks 5 and 6, which is fitting given I’m skipping week 6 to take a bridge week before my comp.  Also awesome is that I initially thought I was pressing 173 and struggling, and instead I was pressing a weight I haven’t pressed in a LONG time and absolutely crushing it.  Really boosts confidence for the comp, as I’m now strict pressing MORE than comp weight.  As for the squats, I think I’ll bring it up to the correct weight next workout and do the 3x5, and then finish out the week with 5x5.  For the press, I might just keep it at 193 for the rest of the week and keep hitting doubles.

* I woke up really stiff this morning, and really throughout the weekend.  Not sure what the specific cause is there.  Possibly dehydration from the heat.  We got some new couches/chairs for our sitting room that are MUCH more comfy than what we had before, so I’m hoping that helps.

* Weighed in at 81.5kg post workout, which is a significant regression from last week.  Really just playing the razor’s edge with the bodyweight at this point, but I’m so excited to step away from competition for a bit and be able to just eat and recover.

* Between warm ups and post set chins, I got in 115 today.  Had to cut the ab work a little short for the sake of time.