Wanted 2, lost balance slightly on the 2nd rep of both sets. I feel 280 lb x 2 is within my grasp...SOON
Paused Bench Press
280 x 1
330 x 1
385 x 1 * PR!
+5 lb 1RM
Extra controlled descent because I'm using a thumbless grip and don't want to lose control of the bar. Felt easy coming up. Was contemplating another repetition, but I'll save that for another day.
Ever since I started taking strength training seriously, I was bitten by the Iron Bug. Then it burrowed under my skin and laid eggs in my heart. Now those eggs are hatching and I... the feeling is indescribable.