My first full deadlift workout since pulling 777 at the Arnold Classic back in March. Shortly after that I had a non lifting related back tweak, so, since I had no plans to compete anytime soon, I've taken it easy on my back. Now, I've officially signed up for a meet in September at Rivercity Barbell, so it's time to step things up a little bit.

I spent 10-15 minutes hitting some mobility work and some light straight leg deadlifts along with a handful of conventional reps at 135. After the deep tissue massage last week, everything has been feeling pretty good.

Speed Pulls vs Heavy Bands

135x 2x2 225 x 2x2 275x2 315x1x 5sets 365x1 405x1

Everything felt great and moved well. I've always liked pulling against heavy band tension and plan to hit another band cycle as I get closer to my Sept meet.

Accessory work: Safety Squat Bar Good Mornings 4x5 Cable Pull throughs 4x15 Hanging Leg raises 3x10

Bryan Doberdruk
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