@ hoxy: not strong enough straps are useful for heavy repped deadlifts. I did 295 for a single but when doing reps, my grip gives out. I also ripped a big chunk of my calluses on my hand and it bled and hurt alot. I don't want it to happen again...

@ -Dan: Thanks man. I want the weight to go higher!

great, now we can label you an athlete and disregard all your lifts. 

kidding bro.

btw kaf, how is it that your squat and bench poundages are so different? just recently tried to bench?

@hoxy: Since i'm always aiming for a higher 1RM, i dont really care about 'supporting grip strength'. If i fail to get a higher weight on my 1RM deadlift due to grip failure, i need to start working on crushing strength. Any advice on crushing strength??
Furthermore, i already work on my 'supporting grip strength'. I currently use heavy DB rows for high reps (Kroc Rows) and heavy BB shrugs for high reps. Both absolutely obliterate my forearms.
Although, i will be sure to keep your advice close in mind.
But i'll think i'll follow your advice on the pumice stone. People at school think the calluses on my hand is a type of infection -______-

@-Dan: I feel the pain. I don't mind if small pieces rip off but when huge chunks rip off, it takes forever for the skin to rebuild :/

@ -Dan: Dang! And you still go to the gym. That's insane man. I feel like shit and i barely ate and drank for 3-4 days!

Saturday:

Still didn't feel as good. I can eat and drink a lot better now. Monday I'm going to the gym and hoping my strength hasn't died.
Back up to 59kg.
Puasa/Ramadhan starting monday. Plans to go at least 2/week and hopefully the usual 3/week.

good session. need to change the rear lateral raises with something. any suggestions?