A couple of months ago I switched to the big lifts: squats, deadlifts and bench presses (and OHPs, rows, and lat pull downs).

I am exhausted after the big three lifts. Breathing is the most difficult part when squatting. I am tired afterwards. How do you still find enough energy to do accessories?

I am also still learning the lifts. It’s incredible how long it takes to master them.

  • Etnaphele
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    2 months ago

    Well you’re surely doing it right! As others have said, the best thing to do would be to split them up to different days but I understand it’s not possible. Maybe as you are still learning them they take an extra “mental” toll over you and it will get better in time. I don’t see anything wrong with doing “just” the big lifts and being totally kaputt after them ;)