1999TL said:I was doing 5X5, but now I switched to a 10 rep routine. Yes, I've tried upping the weight slowly. Kind of sucks not having a workout partner though. I think it may be messing with my mental side.
Having someone to spot you helps. it allows you to do another rep you otherwise would have crushing your neck on the bench. get someone to spot you so you can press the extra rep. it will make a difference.