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Well, going out "in style" is not going to happen for me. I was looking to be in one more powerlifting event this April and then hang up my 'competition' gloves. But somewhere along the way, I have aggrevated a disc in my lower back training and when I go to lift heavy, it really lets me know it. After giving it some rest last week (no training), I was planning to deadlift this Sunday and make my final decision. If I could deadlift about 80% of my normal weights, I would probably attempt it. But after pulling 135 lbs, and the pain was so intense, I got to see all the pretty flashing stars, I needed to sit down.
It is very depressing, as I really wanted to go out by hitting a new PR in one of the three lifts. But I know it's not worth injuring myself more. I will continue to train, and train others. It just sucks, as this is something I truly enjoy doing, pushing myself and competing with my friends.
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