you know what- im reading this thread, and im thinking- i used to be that guy who busted his ass in the gym- drop sets, 100 rep sets, dogg crapp, etc etc. and i have just realised something this past year- IT DOESNT MATTER.
i get better results now going lighter, chasing a pump, using more cable work, isolating and saving wear and tear on my joints.
im not saying that there isnt a place for this type of training pre contest, but year round i dont see any benefit to it. train light, chase the pump- exhaust the muscle like this and you'll grow and your training will be much more enjoyable and injury free.