Excellent post Jim.....I also want to mention that after a few weeks of HEAVY lifting, you might want to consider a GOOD deep tissue massage to really break down the muscles in a different way....then going back into the gym 2 days later to let the muscles heal up.....
Might run $75.....I managed to snag a freebie tonight

(i was a demonstration tool for Linc Tech in N. Philly) .....I feel freaking GREAT !!!!