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I have never tried these, but would like to get opinions via experience. How do you guys like them? I do on my regular leg session.
Squats - 280lbs. 3x5 after warming up with 205x5, and 255x5.
I was going to do 20 reps with 185 after my session. If I can complete it.
How do you guys respond?
Cellerator65
12-24-08, 11:37 pm
if you can do it, definitely.
I always end my squats with a 20 rep widowmaker.
naturalguy
12-25-08, 12:01 am
if you can do it, definitely.
I always end my squats with a 20 rep widowmaker.
I do them often as well. They are tough and challenging but worth it.
Lawnmower Man
12-25-08, 8:05 pm
they are hell, but worth it
thsbiglifter
12-25-08, 10:15 pm
Are they worth it for powerlifters? I dont think they would be unless its off season
ATLMusclBro5
12-26-08, 4:13 pm
Did it last week at the end of a leg workout. Tough when you're already on empty. Three sets total (135 x 25 reps, 135 x 20 reps, 135 x 15 reps). Felt like a bit of a wuss because of the weight, but it did the job. It's more a mental thing for me to push through the exhaustion and discomfort when the reps get high.
mritter3
12-26-08, 11:48 pm
20 reppers are def. killer at the end of some heavy squats, but man they are well worth it.
MELTDOWN
12-26-08, 11:50 pm
Did it last week at the end of a leg workout. Tough when you're already on empty. Three sets total (135 x 25 reps, 135 x 20 reps, 135 x 15 reps). Felt like a bit of a wuss because of the weight, but it did the job. It's more a mental thing for me to push through the exhaustion and discomfort when the reps get high.
spot on brother. i do them every 3rd week, 135x20x3 and bottom out each rep for a serious stretch. and don't forget the milk !!!