Missed that 405lbs attempt today...

[BlkWS6]

Ah! Im kinda pissed right now. First attempt at 405lbs, I hit the lower J hooks on the way up. Now that tells me two things: a) I was way too far back on the bench, or b) my shoulders were trying to take over (Im thinking it is this one). So I go for a second attempt, and me feeling pretty darn insecure right about now I tell my buddy to spot me and "stay with me" He isnt my usual lifting partner, so he thought "stay with me" meant help! Well it felt solid, but I know he helped, but it isnt his fault. Im bummed to say the least, but this is the kind of stuff that keeps you training harder and coming back for more. What do you guys think I should do now? I have been maxing out for the last 2-3 weeks which I realize is not the brightest idea. Should I go back to 315lbs for a couple of weeks and get 8-10x. Or maybe get off the flat bench entirely, and hit some db presses, board presses, and maybe some floor presses? What do you think? I missed my PR this week, hope you guys nail yours!

 

[the People's Champ]

I think you had just answered yourself in the later part of your post. switch it up so you dont hit a wall. train the supporting muscles so you can get that 405. good luck

 

[The Shadow]

U...try again - away from the uprights and tell us where the sticking point is

 

[b fold the truth]

Remember that the bench press is a straight line...point A to point B. If you hit the J hooks...you went in a curve...

Take some time, build strength (don't just test it) and give it ago again soon.

B True

 

[Hannibal]

"Defeat is a state of mind. No one is ever defeated until defeat has been accepted as a reality. To me, defeat in anything is merely temporary, and its punishment is but an urge for me to greater effort to achieve my goal. Defeat simply tells me that something is wrong in my doing; it is a path leading to success and truth."

Bruce Lee

 

[BlkWS6]

Awesome quote man!

 

[BodybuildingUniverse]

go easy for a couple weeks and hit it on a strong day. Think about hitting that 405 all day and fuel up good. It will come.

 

[Thaibox]

Thats okay bro, just don't let it fuck with your head. I would definately back off for 2 or 3 weeks, then you'll hit it easily for sure. Just get someone that won't touch the fucking bar unless you need them to.