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Originally Posted by Hardball47
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I don't think the 5x5x85% (of 1rm) part is necessarily a problem, provided you are one of those people (like I am) that has a crappy 1rm compared with your 5rm. I've definitely done some volume squat workouts that involved 3-5 sets of 5 at over 85% of my 1rm. I wouldn't try for an extended period of time without a decent caloric surplus though.
5/3/1 deadlift 2 days before max effort squat is gonna be rough on the squat. If you're really intent on trying this, I'd consider dropping the 3x5x70% squat from the Wednesday workout entirely. At least that way you'll be pulling totally fresh on that day. I think it makes more sense to figure out a way to deadlift after squats on Friday though.
On Fridays, work up to your heavy single, then backoff for a bit more volume at a lower intensity. I'd still avoid a true 1rm though. Something like 1x90%, 1x95%, 1x98%, 2x3x94% (or 1x5x90%). All % off 1rm.