Adam Gardner

Adam Gardner

Adam Gardner is a proud resident of Utah, living with his wife and two kids. He has been competing in powerlifting since 2016 in both the USPA and the APF. For the past three years, he and his wife, Merrili, have coached beginning lifters to learn the fundamentals of powerlifting and compete in their first powerlifting competitions. You can connect with him on LinkedIn.
  • Education: Bachelor of Arts in Russian Language and Literature from Brigham Young University
 
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Squat Pyramid

Squat Pyramid: What Is It, How To Do It, and Common Mistakes

A popular method of accumulating squat volume is with the squat pyramid. By name alone, you might be able to guess what it means, but … Squat Pyramid: What Is It, How To Do It, and Common Mistakes

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Bench Press Pyramid

Bench Press Pyramid – What Is It, How To Do It, and Common Mistakes

A common approach to building volume on your bench press is to perform bench press pyramids. While the name is somewhat descriptive of what the … Bench Press Pyramid – What Is It, How To Do It, and Common Mistakes

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5x5 vs 3x10

5×5 vs 3×10: Which Set & Rep Scheme Is Better?

If you’re looking for the best way to grow muscle or get strong in the gym, you might find yourself wondering what the best set … 5×5 vs 3×10: Which Set & Rep Scheme Is Better?

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Deadlifts For Back

Can You Just Do Deadlifts For Back? Yes, But It’s Not Ideal

You might be aware that deadlifts are not just a lower body exercise but that they also incorporate a significant amount of muscle recruitment in … Can You Just Do Deadlifts For Back? Yes, But It’s Not Ideal

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A Strong Back Help Bench Press

Does a Strong Back Help Bench Press? (Yes, here’s how)

You may not automatically think of your back as a key muscle involved in the bench press. But the bench press goes beyond just your … Does a Strong Back Help Bench Press? (Yes, here’s how)

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Does DB Bench Press Help Your Barbell Bench Press

Does Dumbbell Bench Press Help Your Barbell Bench Press?

If you are focused on improving your bench press, whether for personal goals or for your next powerlifting competition, it might seem like the best … Does Dumbbell Bench Press Help Your Barbell Bench Press?

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Does Forearm & Grip Strength Help Bench Press

Does Forearm & Grip Strength Help Bench Press? (Yes, Here’s How)

As you look for ways to improve your bench press, whether for max reps or max weight, you might start thinking your grip and forearms … Does Forearm & Grip Strength Help Bench Press? (Yes, Here’s How)

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5-Day Powerlifting Split: How to Structure It The Right Way

Effectively training for powerlifting can be done in a variety of ways. Some prefer to train as often as possible, 6-7x a week, while others … 5-Day Powerlifting Split: How to Structure It The Right Way

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4-Day Powerlifting Split

4-Day Powerlifting Split: How to Structure It The Right Way

How many times a week should you train if powerlifting is your focus? Is a 4-day powerlifting split sufficient and effective?  While my personal experience … 4-Day Powerlifting Split: How to Structure It The Right Way

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