Learn Powerlifting. Get Stronger.
Avi Silverberg, National Powerlifting Team Coach
Chris Fudge, Coach & National Level Powerlifter
Dr. Megan Bryanton, Human Performance
Clifton Pho, World Powerlifting Champion
Steve DeNovi, MBA, 10+ years coaching
We all have different reasons for going to the gym and lifting, but I think we can all agree on the main reason: getting big, impressive calves. 😏 While the internet and meme culture love to joke about calves being the ultimate goal of the gym, whether you actually care about big calves or not,
Rear delts can be trained in numerous ways at the gym or even at home, using various pieces of equipment. Most people train the rear delts through primary back exercises, but knowing isolated rear delt exercises is useful. The rear delts are an often overlooked muscle, but developing yours will give you a more aesthetic
Nothing targets the three heads of the shoulder quite like the Arnold press, which is my favorite exercise across the board. However, the Arnold press cannot be the sole exercise of an effective shoulder routine and can prove to be redundant if implemented year-round. Luckily, this is a minor hurdle since there is an abundant
The leg press machine can look very fixed and uncreative to a beginner. But an advanced lifter knows that by placing your feet in different positions to get more or less activation of certain muscle groups can alter the movement a lot. Each foot placement on the leg press has its own unique advantages and
Improving your bench press comes down to nailing your technique but also doing exercises that can help you optimize your strength potential. The barbell bench press is a compound exercise that is common in the sport of powerlifting. It’s usually considered the “king” of all chest exercises. It can also be a very challenging exercise
Some believe “technique doesn’t matter as long as you get the weight up.” That mindset, however, is limiting and will only get you so far. As a coach and lifter, I’ve observed some of the best squats in the world and researched their technique. Through this, I have identified the top 9 best squat accessory
If you’re looking to build strength at an affordable price, the power tower is the way to go. With a home gym power tower, you can perform a ton of exercises without the financial headache. Plus, performing bodyweight exercises has many benefits. So what is a power tower? A power tower is a single piece
I know, protein shakes aren’t always the best-tasting thing in the world. But when mixed into a smoothie, protein powder is much tastier, and you get all the extra benefits of the other ingredients you use. There are so many different protein powders available, and each brand has its own unique blend. To help make
When it comes to exercise equipment, a Roman chair can be a valuable tool if you’re looking to improve the strength and resilience of your posterior chain. It allows you to work on your glutes, core, hamstrings, and lower back. But which one is the best option on the market? Finding the right one can
Hi, I’m Jim Wittstrom. I’m a physiotherapist that works with all types of high-level athletes, including National level powerlifters. Are you having lower back pain after deadlifting? Here’s how to assess and fix it: Lower back soreness is common after deadlifting, but it could be serious if it persists for more than a week. Don’t
You may wonder why back extensions are so frequently included in strength programs and why it’s such an important exercise. To understand why you’re doing it, you should know which muscle groups it targets and their role in the movement. So what muscles are used in the back extension? The spinal erectors and the lower
The Theragun Elite and Theragun Pro are two of the best massage guns out there and for good reasons. They both deliver deep massages to help any muscle in your body recover after a workout. They’re also ergonomically designed, so are comfortable to hold. And their top-notch build quality means your investment will last for
What if you want to optimize your workouts but are lactose intolerant, allergic to milk, or don’t want to consume animal-based products? You may have trouble finding a protein powder because the most common protein powders are made with whey and casein protein, both milk derivatives. Fortunately, I’ve found plenty of high-quality non-dairy protein powders
There’s a lot of conflicting information out there about how many days you should work out, and sifting through all of it can be difficult. Or you could even get false information from the latest bro science TikTok page. So, how many days a week should you work out to build muscle? Beginners can lift
If building muscle and strength in your legs is your goal, both the leg press and barbell squat have their time and place in your training program. Some lifters decide to do one over another, and some like to incorporate both in order to outweigh the positives and negatives of each movement. So, how do
Nike is one of the most trusted brands for delivering high-quality shoes that have been tried and tested for all kinds of sports. Its weightlifting shoes are no different. Nike offers lifting shoes designed for different types of weight training. The shoes all have unique features specific to the model and intended use of the
Pull-ups are one of the best upper body exercises to build strength, but if you work out at home, your options can be limited in how you do them. You need a big piece of equipment like a power cage or free-standing pull-up bar, a doorway bar, or — what I consider the best option
When it comes to buying powerlifting gear, deadlift socks might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But if you plan to compete or you use a deadlift bar in a public gym, you need a pair of deadlift socks. At the end of the day, a deadlift sock is just a tall
If you want to build chiseled abs, you need to incorporate more abdominal work into your training. You can use various equipment to strengthen your abs, including the kettlebell. Using a kettlebell, you can train your abdominals and obliques in a number of planes (the different directions in which our bodies can move) and at
The rower is probably one of my favorite pieces of cardio-based equipment. I know that cardio sometimes feels like something we do not want to do (trust me, as a powerlifter, cardio is something I often ignore), but the rower sets itself apart from other pieces of cardio equipment. The rower is a much larger
ABOUT POWERLIFTING TECHNIQUE
Hi! I’m Avi Silverberg and this is the place where my friends and I nerd out about powerlifting technique. On this blog we share all the things we wish we knew when getting started. On a personal level, I’ve been dedicating myself to the world of powerlifting for the past 15 years, having both competed and coached at the highest level.
