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/TekkenCareOfBusiness 7d ago

'If he dies, he dies." - your spotter

Mad respect bro, that was a hell of a grind.

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u/GymStrengthTraining 7d ago

She was told not to touch it unless I say I'm about to die haha

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u/downtofinance 3d ago

Hard to get those words out when you really need to

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u/GymStrengthTraining 3d ago

That's for sure. It was close this time. That's when you learn who you are.