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Female Powerlifting Diet: Complete Guide
This one is for all the female lifters who are looking for a nutritional resource that is specific to them.
Sumo Deadlift Mobility: 10 Exercises With Full Routine
A common reason athletes avoid the sumo deadlift is because they lack the necessary mobility to execute it in an
Chalk vs Straps: Pros, Cons, & Which Should You Use?
With so many differing opinions on whether to use chalk or straps, it can be difficult to make a decision
8 Different Types of Squat Bars & Their Uses
These days barbell manufacturers are making specialty bars for individual lifts, like squats. With different types of specialty squat bars
Bumper Plates vs. Metal Plates vs. Rubber Plates (Pros & Cons)
If you’re building a home gym, you may be wondering what kind of plates you should buy. The most common
7 Different Types of Bench Press Bars & Their Uses
There are many bench press bars available on the market but what are their use cases and will they actually
Bench Press Variations For Powerlifting: Top 9 Exercises
The bench press has many variations that exist, but some variations are better than others for helping us develop a
How Much Does Powerlifting Cost? Full Breakdown
Powerlifting can be a cheap or expensive sport depending on how you spend your money. There are going to be
Should Powerlifters Do Yoga? (Yes, Here’s 6 Poses)
It’s not surprising to find powerlifters who struggle with mobility and flexibility and so a commonly asked question is whether
Small Home Gym Layout: 8 Floor Plans From 100-500 Square Feet
When you’re building a home gym, it can be hard to visualize what can and can’t fit in your space.
Can’t Feel Hamstrings In Romanian Deadlifts? Try These 5 Tips
The hamstrings are heavily involved in the Romanian deadlift (RDL), and for this reason, most lifters will choose to include
15 Things to Consider When Buying a Home Gym Treadmill
Treadmills are one of the most popular pieces of home gym equipment, but not every home is equipped for one.
How To Protect Your Floor From Weights (6 Ways)
When I’m working out at home, I have to be really careful so I don’t damage my floor. I’ve been
7 Sandbag Training Benefits (Plus, 1 Drawback)
Sandbag training is beneficial for many strength athletes, from powerlifters to Crossfitters.. The top 7 benefits of sandbag training are:
Deadlifting Without A Belt: Pros, Cons, & Should You Do It?
Nowadays it’s common to see lifters wearing a belt for everything. In fact, I’ve seen lifters wear their belt just
How To Fix Back Pain While Deadlifting (A Physio Explains)
Hi, I’m Jim Wittstrom. I’m a physiotherapist that works with all types of high-level athletes, including National level powerlifters. In
12 Glute Ham Raise Alternatives (At Home, Dumbbells, Bands)
The glute ham raise comfortably sits on my program year round, as it is one of the most effective supplementary
500 Square Foot Home Gym: Free Floor Plan & Equipment List
When building a home gym, it’s important to understand how much equipment you can fit in your space while still
400 Square Foot Home Gym: Free Floor Plan & Equipment List
If you’re trying to convert a 400 square foot space into a home gym, you may be wondering how much
300 Square Foot Home Gym: Free Floor Plan & Equipment List
If you’re tired of paying for a gym membership, waiting for equipment to become available, or dealing with crowds, you