So I've started doing bill starr 5x5. I did it several years ago with great success. I got to the 4th week which is where you get back to your 5 rep max and my ass hole started hurting a little. So I stopped working out and have been to the doctor since. I have a hemorrhoid. It never hurt that bad and now it doesn't hurt at all. I wouldn't even know it was there except I feel it when putting preparation H on my ass. I think I got the hemorrhoid from holding my breath while lifting. I used to hold it for as many reps as I could on bench. I plan on starting back with the 5x5 at some point. Should I just start right back into it or workout for several weeks a different way first? Also can anyone tell me how long I should wait to start back lifting all together? It sucks taking time off, but i would rather it get better than struggle with this for several months.