Originally Posted by
skypig
I guess this is now my question too, in light of everything that's been said thus far. If you're doing an Intensity lift and a Volume lift in the same workout, I think it stands to reason that the Intensity lift should go first, all other things being equal. Yes, you can get "used" to doing practically ANY workout order...but just because you can get used to something, doesn't make it optimal (as I've learned myself, many times throughout this process). Can you get used to the fatigue generated by a 5x5 squat session and still be able to finish your 5RM OHP after that? Yes, you can...but you can also "get used" to running 3 miles between your 5x5 squats and 5RM OHP, as the Crossfitters have shown us. That doesn't make it optimal. I'm honestly surprised I was doing my 5x5 squats before my 5RM OHP for as long as I was, without having problems. Why? I probably got used to it...and boy am I glad I smartened up and asked you folks some questions, because I've definitely learned some things from everyone's input.
Thanks again, all!