Originally Posted by comdpa
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For the 1st working set, the weight chosen has to be such that you are able to complete 7 reps max. Then use that weight and leave a couple of reps in the bank. Don't train to failure ever! Doing so will tax your Central Nervous System unnecessarily. Failure begets failure.
Next, rest 60 - 120 seconds. Lower the weight by 10% so you can still get your 5 reps. Repeat the exercise, again leaving a couple of reps in the bank.
The key is to do as many sets as possible.
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What lifting tempo do you use? Are you doing the deadlifts explosively?