Exerbabble for 2-12-7

Today’s Workout:

Deficit Deadlift (Off 6 inch platform):
4 @ 135 lbs
6×4 @ 195 lbs (+10 lbs)

BB Front Squat:
4 @ 95 lbs
4, 4, 4, 3 @ 155 lbs (No drop in weight)

current bodyweight: 159.6 lbs (+.2 lb; weekly average of 159.2 lbs)

I find the first pull is the hardest. After that, it’s like my body is “set”, and the subsequent reps aren’t nearly as hard. They’re all clean reps, I pause at the bottom for a split second to ensure I don’t bounce the weight. I can do more weight, but I’d rather be patient. Nice and slow. No singles.

That 155 lbs felt lighter than it did a few days ago. I swear. I remember when having near-bodyweight on the front of my shoulders felt heavy. I also don’t feel it in my wrists at all. Though, that’s partly due to the low reps. Stopped at three on the last set, because my shoulders weren’t staying up. I won’t sacrifice form.

Ten work sets. That’ll do. I decided that while rack pulls and farmer’s walks are awesome, they’re not something I need right now. I’m better off shortening my workout. Moreover, I don’t need gripwork at all right now. Maybe I’ll try doing my sets with an overhand grip, rather than alternating grip.

Adjustments: Upgrade deficit deadlifts to 205 lbs. Let’s see how far I can take this before I start grinding out reps. Keep front squats at 155. I’ll get it next time.