About a month ago, I finally worked up to 315 lbs for 3 sets of 3 reps before I had to drop the weight. Keep in mind I need 3-5 minutes to recover when my intensity is high per set.
Then I went on my bulking cycle where I kick it off with 20 rep breathing squats for my first workout. The following squat workout I typically bang out 4 to 5 sets of 10 reps of squats.
Well, my third squat workout (yesterday) I was feeling particularly strong, so I warmed up and threw 3 plates on the bar (315 lbs). I banged out one set of 5 reps no problem. 90 seconds later I banged out another set of 5 reps no problem. I ended up doing 7 sets of 5 reps with 90 seconds rest in between!
The most significant part is the 90 second rest period. Typically I would need 3 to 5 minutes between high intensity sets. I’m pinching myself because I almost can’t believe what I did yesterday.
I feel like a big strong beefy bastard right now. Look out 4 plates (405 lbs), here I come!!!