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Spot on by Rags85 here. Brian, a well structured program is what you need. I have a bachelor's degree in kinesiology and I'll tell you that your bone structure isn't the problem here. A couple of...

Are you using a training max? This sounds like a conditioning/endurance issue. I would consider moving your training max to 85% of 1RM to let you get more rrrrreps in.

This is the way.

I 100% agree that you should have a central set of tenets that your training should focus around to promote longevity, health, and progress. This will ensure that you don't lose sight of the path.
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I would probably get a referral to a sport medicine physician or physical therapist from your GP. Sounds like a compressed nerve; why it's compressed is anyone's guess. I doubt it's anything serious...

I've done this and felt fresh come meet day:

Monday: all 3 competition lifts, 5 x 3 x 60%
Wednesday: squat 5 x 3 x 60%, bench 3 x 1 x 80% w/ commands and pause, deadlift 5 x 3 x 60%
Friday:...

I'm with this. Your leg training is massively quad focused. I would probably drop out 2-3 of those accessory quad movements are start bringing in additional compound and isolation movements for the...

Definitely agree, using the strongman implements can be hella fun and great way to keep things fresh (but productive). If I was going to structure this into my training, there's a couple of ideas...

Definitely agree, using the strongman implements can be hella fun and great way to keep things fresh (but productive). If I was going to structure this into my training, there's a couple of ideas...

This is the most reasonable approach to this. Consistent programming and calorie surplus are your best friends. Run a gradual recomp cycle after hitting it to maintain your glorious 315 bench and...

This was my first question. If you're not packing your shoulders tight, it's something you should implement immediately that will also pay immediate dividends.

Also, in the OHP, what's your...

I've done it before in a pinch, but the safeties are safer in my opinion. If you miss the J-hook you're gonna have problems. I definitely see your point in regards to higher technical demands, so I...

A top set isn't a bad idea, it just has to make sense within the framework of your programming. If we think about it in the context of a "5/3/1 style" program, then working up to a hard set on the...

I wouldn't bother changing anything for your first meet. It will make more of a difference when you start pursuing records or big totals. For now, just take care of smashing your peaking cycle and...

If you're going to be deadlifting 1-2 times per week, I would say a squat every day program probably isn't best. Somewhere between 1-3 squatting sessions per week should be sufficient. Personally, I...

I would stick with the program, but if this continues to happen, you may want to modify your program or change it all together to make it more challenging.

He probably has decently strong shoulders and triceps but weak pecs. Form might also be a factor (i.e. arch height, bar path, grip).

You should always aim to perform the concentric portion of your main lifts as quick as possible, while maintaining proper form and control. For you assistance movements, rep tempo is just another...

I was when I re-entered the sport, but I consistently perform work to improve conditioning. Westside-style training drove the point home that you need to be well-rounded.

I think your assessment is pretty accurate. Nothing else I would really change. Solid lifts!