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Wouldn't counting total reps be ideal? Pick 25 reps. Pick a weight near your 15 RM. Do as many reps as you can in a set, stop just short of failure, break and go at it again. Never hit MMF, and go until you reach 25 reps. Totentanz, how is this working for you, compared to a more structured...

What's wrong with your lower back? I have three bulging discs in my lumbar spine. If you'd like, I can try and help you out regarding your injury.

jvroig, I workout at home and have a great alternative to a power rack. It'll cost you $50. Ever hear of sawhorses? Go to Home Depot and buy a pair for $50-$60. They're able to support a max load od 1000 lbs. I doubt you'll be squatting that any time soon. I did this, and I have no problems...

What's fiber necrosis?

Is there a point to doing the 10's? I can understand the 15's, for the lactate flush, and even that isn't necessary unless you have joint or tendon pain. The 5's are ideal for growth, and the quickest way to gain strength in a hypertrophy-friendly rep range. I just don't see why anyone bothers...

Recently I've been told that deloading is superior to deconditioning. Is there any discussion regarding this? What is the general consensus here? Also, what happened to Jules? He disappeared some time ago.

I know HST is primarily for growth, but what kind've strength gains have all of you made since starting HST? Provide as much info as possible, if you wouldn't mind (i.e., strength gains from cycle to cycle, and from beginning of HST until now, how long you've been lifting, how long you've been...