squats and suggestions

[Throwfarther25]

I squat twice a week. I would say my legs are relatively strong. I 1rm 450. Yesterday I was in the gym and I did not make it to there with 4 warm -up sets, just like 135, 225, 315, 385. I was only giving like 2-2.5 minutes rest between sets. I usually sqaut following a soviet routine with long rest periods between sets. I am worried about my squat strength because I am coming up on my track season in January and I want to be around 500 lb squat. I am worried because I am dieting, and people tell me that I will lose strength, but I did not think it would be much. Does anyone have any advice for me about resting periods between sets for squats? Should I still take like 4-5 minutes between sets for what I am used to? I mean do you think my rest being cut in half would mess with my total workout??

 

[Atomic Punk]

If 405 is your 5th set, then I see no reason to wait five on the first sets. The first two or three, you can go as you see fit. I always rest 5 between heavy sets though. I'd stick with that(never knew it had a technical name--soviet style wooooo) style brother.

 

[Throwfarther25]

Thanks, Atomic Punk, I didnt really think about waiting yesterday, but I need suggestions so thanks alot. Hopefully get others insight as well.

 

[Gigantasor]

I would not worry about the rests, as punk says, until you start getting heavier. Also, try to keep the protein intake around the 1.5 - 2 grams per lb. This way you can still loose some weight with minimal effects to the muscle mass. Diet is always key bro. I'm sure you know that.

 

[Throwfarther25]

Thanks Gigantasor, yeah I am upping the protein alot this week, cause I finally looked at what foods have the most protein and calories so I can make the most of it all. Yeah the rests I was just getting excited to do legs so I was jumping on my sets.

 

[Throwfarther25]

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