When I was natural at age 20/21, I benched 305 for 1 rep, and usually worked out with 225lbs. for 10-12.
I deadlifted 315 for reps of 12 for 3-4 sets regukarly, and maxed out once in a while @ around 375-405. Can't recall exact weight....
That was years ago...
I usually don't like to go too heavy, and only train with the best form possible, and moderate weight. I do like to max once in a while to boost my strength. Sometimes,...reagrdless I work out heavy. Depending on my mood.
Bench now...
work out with 305/15, reps of 10-12.
attempted and got 417 for my best bench to date.
deadlifts- work out with starting 315 still. Going up to 375. Very comfortable with weight. Use very strict form. Going for reps rather than max.
Maxed to date. 447lbs. x 1
negatives, using strict form, and tensing and flexing the muscles all the way through each movement, has always been the reason i have been injury free for so long.
BT