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Archive for the Powerlifting Category

The 3 Most Popular Powerlifting Workouts – Explained!

By Coach Levi on September 7, 2013   /   Powerlifting   /   8 Comments
Tags: affiliate, strength training

If you plan to do any serious powerlifting this off-season, you’ll want to follow some type of program. Here’s a look at three of the most popular workout programs so you can figure out which one would be best for you. The three are: StrongLifts 5×5 Jim

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Powerlifting vs Olympic Lifting – What’s the Difference?

By Coach Levi on September 3, 2013   /   Powerlifting   /   Leave a comment
Tags: olympic lifting

Powerlifting and Olympic Lifting share some similarities, but each sport is unique. This article will explain the differences between them and why you might want to choose one over the other. Olympic Lifting First, let me explain Olympic lifting. This won’t take too long because it’s just

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Powerlifting Equipment Buyer’s Guide

By Coach Levi on September 2, 2013   /   Powerlifting   /   Leave a comment
Tags: equipment

Ready to get started powerlifting? Here’s a guide to everything you need! From weights to shoes to chalk, it’s covered. Preparing Your Home Gym If you have a suitable gym nearby that contains good powerlifting equipment rather than just a bunch of machines, you’re all set. But

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A Powerlifter’s Diet Plan

By Coach Levi on September 2, 2013   /   Powerlifting   /   2 Comments
Tags: diet plan

Diet and nutrition aren’t popular topics in the powerlifting world. The thinking is usually along the lines of this: “Hey, this isn’t a figure competition, it’s a strength competition. So I can eat whatever I want, whenever I want.” If this is what you’re thinking, then you’re

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Powerlifting Essentials: All About Lifting Chalk and Baby Powder

By Coach Levi on September 2, 2013   /   Powerlifting   /   Leave a comment
Tags: affiliate, chalk

There are two white, powdery substances very popular with powerlifters: chalk and baby powder. Chalk, which is common in weight lifting as well as rock climbing and gymnastics, is used to enhance your grip. Baby powder (or talcum powder,) on the other hand, is used for lubrication.

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Powerlifting: How to Bench Press

By Coach Levi on September 1, 2013   /   Powerlifting   /   Leave a comment
Tags: bench press

The bench press is easily the most popular exercise, with everyone from high school athletes to internet warriors asking, “how much you bench?” Unfortunately, not many people know how to do the bench press properly, and it leads to a variety of shoulder injuries. In this article,

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Powerlifting: How To Deadlift

By Coach Levi on September 1, 2013   /   Powerlifting   /   Leave a comment
Tags: deadlift

Time to bypass the weight racks and benches and get down to business. We’re talking about the deadlift, where it’s just you, the barbell, and the floor. And a good pull! This article will demonstrate how to do the deadlift properly. Deadlift Basics This one is just

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Powerlifting: How to Squat

By Coach Levi on September 1, 2013   /   Powerlifting   /   Leave a comment
Tags: squat

The squat is the first lift you do at a powerlifting meet, and that’s good, because it’s also the most taxing on your entire body! Not just your legs! I consider the squat the best full-body strength exercise, and I’m not alone – it has been referred

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Top 10 Reasons You Should Start Powerlifting

By Coach Levi on August 31, 2013   /   Powerlifting   /   Leave a comment
Tags: strength training

Are you on the fence about beginning powerlifting? Well, listen up! Whether you want to improve athletic performance, compete in powerlifting, or just get strong, there may be a reason for you to begin powerlifting. Here are my top 10 reasons to start powerlifting today: #1 –

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Warning: Read This Before You Begin Powerlifting

By Coach Levi on August 31, 2013   /   Powerlifting   /   2 Comments
Tags: safety

I can’t add in a section about powerlifting without a few words of warning… The Dangers of Powerlifting Like any sport, powerlifting can be dangerous, especially when performed incorrectly. If you are just starting out, you really should find a good coach or at the very least,

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What Is Powerlifting?

By Coach Levi on August 31, 2013   /   Powerlifting   /   Leave a comment
Tags: exercise, strength training

When you hear the term “powerlifting” thrown around, do you just assume it means lifting weights? Think it’s similar to bodybuilding? Powerlifting is actually a specific sport! And if someone says “powerlifting workout,” they mean a type of training specifically geared to improving performance in powerlifting competition.

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