Wednesday 7.24.13

Today I finished up with 1RM testing in the following lifts:

Snatch:
- 230

Last time I tested I got 220, but I have hit 225 since then just messing around.  I missed 235 three times today, but just barely.  The bar was just a little forward when I received it.  I REALLY want to get to that elusive bodyweight snatch.

Overhead Squat:
- 315

Huge PR!  Last time I maxed I could only get a very shaky 255.  My all time best PR from a few years ago was 285.  I felt like maybe I had another 15-20 lbs but I took so many little jumps to get to 315 that my shoulders were getting worn out.

Front Squat:
- 365

Another all time PR by 15 lbs.  My legs were already warm, and getting tired, so I did I think 2-3 warm up singles only and then went for it.  It wasn't my prettiest lift ever but I got it.

Bench Press:
- 315

I haven't benched in months due to shoulder pain.  My shoulder is feeling better so I decided to see what I could do.  I got 315 fairly easily with a shoulder width grip and no pain (I had previously tested my 1rm 8 months ago and got a painful 285) so I decided to not get greedy and stop there.

Next week I'll use these new numbers to start a cycle of 5/3/1.  I'm looking forward to the change of pace.