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Thanks for the reply, it sounds very reasonable.
I did think about doing accessory movements, so I think I’ll drop the weights, keep with the squats and then use some of that saved energy for other exercises.
I’m 172/72kg and currently on 85kg in squats, so I feel like there is still a way to go before belts and shoes become necessary, but tbh I don’t know how that benchmarks against others.I thought it was only considered heavy after 125kg ‘ish
Simba
I'd suggest dropping the weight to something where you're not worrying about the last couple of reps. Work on depth and form , and then slowly increase the load. Doesn't have to be 5kg or 2.5kg every week .
It also helps to try a figure out where any weaknesses or flexibility issues are, so you can build up that particular area with accessory movements . I had to spend time building delts and triceps to get through a bench plateau .
Belts can help with bracing and stability too if you're not wearing one already.