Though I was no powerlifter I was working towards some decent numbers on bench squats and deads, I miss that challenge, did you ever find you were able to get anywhere close weight wise to where you were?, I suppose I could start working towards bodybuilding type work outs with more volume, and I guess something is better than nothing, I try not to workout unless I feel great, which isn't very often.

Frustrated to lose gains! but hopeful I can get it figured out like you did on some level, my job is physically demanding and unless I can get back to working out I might have to change my career path or at least find different work in the organization, I appreciate the input. It's tough sledding, I miss putting plates on the bar for sure! I likely would feel much better psychologically If I could get back to somewhere close to where I was.

On the bright side the fact I am even discussing leads me to believe that maybe one day I will get there!