Latest Powerlifting News
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Jesus Olivares (+120 KG) Low-Bar Squats 435 Kilograms (959 Pounds) in Training
Five-time IPF world champion powerlifter Jesus Olivares recently changed his squat approach via a low-bar position. He documented a late-August 2025 training session wherein he lifted a personal record 435 kilograms (959 pounds). Probably my best low bar rep to date. —Jesus Olivares Olivares wore wrist wraps, knee sleeves, and a weight belt when unracking the weight from the squat rack.…
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Powerlifting Guides
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When Should You Increase Weight on the Barbell?
Lifting progressively heavier weights builds bigger and stronger muscles. Adding too much weight too fast can be unsafe and unproductive. Lifting weights that are too light prevents progression. So, when and how much should you increase training loads? That depends on goals, experience, recovery habits, and other factors. In April 2025, Calgary Barbell shared their…
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The Guide to Arm Training for Powerlifters
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Getting a Grip on Deadlift Strength Standards, With Insight From a Competitive Weightlifter
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Opinion: Can We Stop Mixing Up the Romanian Deadlift and Stiff-Leg Deadlift?
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Powerlifting Over 40: How to Start, Benefits, & More
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Does Powerlifting Build Muscle?
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These Are the Differences Between Powerlifting vs. Powerbuilding
Powerlifting Basics
What Is Powerlifting?
Powerlifting is a weight-classed strength sport. In competitive powerlifting, only one thing matters and that’s having the highest total possible. An athlete’s total is comprised of the three competition lifts and these lifts include the,
- Squat
- Bench Press
- Deadlift
As a whole, the sport of powerlifting is growing at both a competitive and recreational level. In fact, it’s not uncommon to see many recreational lifters “train like a powerlifter”, even though they have no aspirations to compete. Whether you’re setting records or brand new to the sport, this page will serve as your all-in-one powerlifting home!
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Can’t Lift Heavy? Do This Instead
In a world where short-form is the norm, strength coach Sebastian Oreb demonstrated how to squeeze training into 45-minute sessions. Short sessions aren’t always ideal,, as Oreb noted, “It isn’t a proper strength session.” He continued, “I’ll teach you the science behind how to get effective training for muscle growth and strength building when time is short.…
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2025 World Games Powerlifting Results
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What a Basketball Strength Coach Believes You Should Know About the Squat
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Jesus Olivares (+120KG) Squats a 425-Kilogram Triple in Training
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How Important Is a Weightlifting Belt, Actually?
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2025 NAPF Pan American Championships Results
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Russel Orhii (93KG) Sets Two World Records at 2025 NAPF Pan American Championships
