“Stay away from singles, doubles and triples, they were the cause of over 96% of the injuries I’ve seen in lifters over the years,” sayith the Master! “But what about testing our progress,” asked the Neophyte? “Yes, that is important, but only every 3 to 5 weeks between attempts, preferably 5 weeks, and only after a thorough warm-up; at least 6 sets!” “Most people don’t compete, they have a max lift on a great day and everything is right, then try to do it again a few days later when they have a bad day and cause a strain, or worse, which can ruin months if not years of training! Trust me, no sooner than 3 to 5 weeks, spare the ego, save the muscles!” Dick Smith, aka “Smitty,” Assistant Weight-Lifting Coach U.S.Olympic Team; 1962-1976. As told to Mrhtbd, aka, “Neophyte,” (for perpetuity) circa 1982.