The perks of temporarily relocating to suburbia: long roads with minimal traffic lights, perfect for cycling. I've really enjoyed hauling my bike out and using it as my main form transportation during daylight hours these past few weeks.

This past week, I worked out three times, and finished off a high-intensity, high-volume three-week squat program by doing 3 sets of 10 reps @ 130lb for front squats. Prior to that, I had only ever squatted a 130lb double. I followed that with some paused deadlifts, which was a mistake, because I ended up (re)pulling something in my lower back.

The program was fun, but brutal. I now need to create a program that allows me to maintain strength but is safe for my back. Friday's aggravation of my injury made me realize that the it's likely scoliosis related, so the next step is to find a capable physical therapist after the move.

How was your week?