I will have to take your word for it as I don't own PPST3, I have Barbell Prescription for the older folks.
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Interesting. Are you not interested in the science behind programming?
Hey Nock,
TBP has a good definition of Intensity in the glossary and a good write up in the Sets and Reps section of the HLM chapter. Volume and intensity are the building blocks of intermediate programming. I think you may be confusing the intensity variable with "RPE" which is highly subjective and not what I'm recommending.
I don't mean to interrupt but I would again ask for confirmation that I am understanding all the information.
To sum up all your posts: Weight continues from where I am at now; I should switch to 4 sets of 3 reps; hook grip for as many sets as possible including warm up sets and ideally at least one work set; finish work sets with straps.
If you meant why I haven't read PPST3:
"More advanced lifters can continue to make strength gains by using programs matched to their level. Practical Programming for Strength Training addresses exercise physiology and program construction in more detail, with many approaches and examples to help drive continued strength improvements. The Barbell Prescription: Strength Training for Life After 40 contains additional modifications for and guidance for older lifters."
That Indicated to me, that TBP was effectively PPST3 for the older lifter. That's how it reads to me, so that's what I bought. I've never considered investigating PPST3 until you suggested I should. When I get the opportunity I will get a copy and read it. Maybe the website intro should read "additionally" ? I suspect many of us older guys consider PPST3 a reference only book for younger lifters and so bought TBP instead.
Yes. 4 sets of 3 reps. Continue to add weight to the bar. I assume you're in 5 lb increments now. Use hook grip for warmups and try to get at least 1 set of worksets done with hook. Take more time between sets as needed. Use straps for the remaining sets. Rogue, Anderson, How Much Ya Bench all have good, reasonably priced straps.