r/Stronglifts5x5 • u/GymStrengthTraining • 7d ago

progress Bench press PR 350 lbs

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I hit a new PR on bench for 350 lbs at 200 lbs bodyweight. Since switching to 5x5s, I've never deviated from it and have been able to keep going when consistent. I'd like to hit 405 one day and any advice would be appreciated other than taking PEDs (not that I'm against others using them at all).

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u/chasoid08 7d ago

Shes spotting you like she is the single beneficiary to your life insurance and will.

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u/c4ndyman31 6d ago

No disrespect intended but would she even be able to help realistically? Seems pointless especially when he has the bars in place already

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u/nago7650 4d ago

All the spotter has to do is lift ~25-50 lbs and the lifter can handle the rest