Converse, or “chucks”, is one of the most popular brands of shoes on the planet. It’s also the go-to footwear for many powerlifters who wear … Continue ReadingWhy Do Powerlifters Wear Converse Shoes? (8 Reasons)
There is a range of specialized deadlift shoes that you can pick from. But another option is to wear deadlift slippers, minimalist shoes with only … Continue Reading6 Best Deadlift Slippers in 2024: Are They Worth It?
The decline bench press can be an effective exercise to improve the development of your lower pecs. However, there are several reasons why you might … Continue Reading10 Effective Decline Bench Press Alternatives (With Pictures)
If you’re building a home gym, you might be on the hunt for cheap gym mirrors. So where can you find the best workout room … Continue Reading11 Best Home Gym Mirrors: Large & Cheap
A lifting belt is essential if you’re planning to go far in the powerlifting world. However, finding the best powerlifting is different from other lifting … Continue Reading12 Best Powerlifting Belts: In-Depth Guide & Review
Join the club if you’ve been getting lower back pain while performing overhead presses. This is an incredibly common (but not normal) issue that lifters … Continue ReadingDoes Overhead Press Hurt Your Back? Try These 6 Tips
Few things are more annoying to a lifter than being unable to perform squats due to pain. Knee pain, in particular, is notorious, with one … Continue ReadingIT Band Pain While Squatting (Why It Happens & How To Fix)
Forearms are the last muscle group many lifters start training, and as such are often an aesthetic weak point, or lead to grip issues which … Continue ReadingHow To Increase Forearm Size (Complete Guide)
Hi, I’m Jim Wittstrom. I’m a physiotherapist that works with all types of high-level athletes, including National level powerlifters. In this article, I’m going to … Continue ReadingHow to Fix Wrist Pain While Squatting (6 Tips)
I was first introduced to the TRX in 2007 when I was working as an intern at the Canadian Institute of Sport, coaching Olympic speed … Continue ReadingTop 5 TRX Alternatives (That Will Save You Money)