I don't agree with you very often, but i do here.
That was terrible form and all delts/tris.
Easy way to hurt yourself.
Strong lift though Matt.
Yes, I agree.
Honestly, when I did the lift, I was like - this seems like decent form. Then I watched the video, and realized I probably had two more inches to go. I guess I was so eager to get back to my 12 rep former PR. And if I'm bench pressing 315 for reps...that should be doable, right?
But no - it's a totally different movement. I may well have the strength, but I need to train my CNS for that range of motion.
I'll get it next time.
Interestingly, I did get 225x22 on the flat bench later - which was my 8th set for the day, so I wasn't exactly fresh. I also did full [bounced, obviously] reps, without *too* much back arching.
So I can understand why I predicted a stronger dumbbell press - my flat bench seems strong enough to support a solid dumbbell press with clean form for 12 reps with that weight.
But no.
I need to acclimate my CNS.
Though I'm a bit eager to get that 225x30 bench. I mean, shoot - it's not *that* much higher than my lifetime natural best...and I'd like to get it on video while I can.
Honestly, I just want to get a solid video showing my pressing strength. Be it 225x25+ reps, 315x10+ reps, or heavy dumbbells.
That said, I've really been focused on hypertrophy, and taking the advice of people on here for chest development. I just always have that...you know...that push to be strong.
IMO, strength is more sustainable off gear than muscle mass is. As strength is not just muscle, but tendons and ligaments, etc.
I don't think my current look is sustainable off sauce. I DO feel my current strength absolutely is.
I've been stronger at 170 before, lol. Or...roughly as strong. I do enjoy looking like this though. Women like it more too. But it will only be a summertime thing for me.