pr

monday's workout was 345 for 5 reps, which is also a PR.  looking back through my logbook, I see in 2007 I lifted 2 sets 5 reps, 340 pounds, sumo deadlift (and then a 380 pound single). today i attempted 390 twice and failed to remove it from the floor.

i wish i had more room in my life to devote to powerlifting, because i love it dearly, even though i'm not particularly good at it.  unfortunately, i find that it becomes a suffocating obsession, blotting out all other activities, and certainly making me heavier, more tired, and less likely to be able to get out and enjoy the sun.

however, in contrast to last time, when I peaked in June, this time I've finally managed to get my affairs in order and my priorities straight:  i dieted between Jan and Mar, while bringing my DL up to 305.  After that, I practiced unrestrained eating, lifted 1 set of 5 twice a week, and added 10lbs (!) each workout.  on this questionable routine, I managed to peak just as the weather is beginning to turn nice, which means I can happily bid farewell to heavy deadlifts until the weather again turns crappy and I feel no urge to go outside.

until then, I will (presumably) eat less, lift less (but not stop, of course), bike more, and get a nice tan.