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Thanks. Yes, I'm doing quite a bit of tedious core work and other physio-mandated exercises to address imbalances, hip range of motion, etc. that are aimed specifically at the back issues.
And yes, on back/pull day I do some sort of deadlift; single leg single kettlebell (opposite hand) deadlifts, this is part of work for back issues and started mixing up with barbell deadlifts a couple of weeks ago.
ElGonzo
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On the squat , Back off / cool down sets have a place , and can be useful . Lots of programs use them. You dont need them after three or four heavy sets of 5 though .
On the back problems, I'd be minded to find some specific assistance exercises to address specific weaknesses or imbalances. Not doing this for a long time meant my bench lags behind my other lifts to this day .
I'd see the leg press and extensions as assistance work, and not push too hard weight wise. Stick at mid range or above reps
Do you do another session where hamstrings / glutes / posterior chain get a workout ? I'd not, I'd maybe drop the leg press for something else. Say RDLs for example (back issues allowing )