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Powerlifting United President Ana Perez Speaks on First Year of Success
The 2025 Powerlifting United (PLU) Nationals are set for the weekend of July 25-27 in Teaneck, NJ. The powerlifting meet features lifters representing 34 states and other countries. Fans who are not in New Jersey to watch in person can watch the action live on the PLU YouTube channel. PLU was founded in September 2024 and is approaching its…
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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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A Pro Powerlifter’s Trick for Bench Press Strength
In mid-July 2025, French champion powerlifter Panagiotis Tarinidis addressed a too-often overlooked aspect of bench pressing: breathing mechanics. Improper breathing can significantly limit upper body strength and technical efficiency. Breathing while lifting involves adequate oxygen intake and generating better positioning for more power. Tarinidis asserted that proper breathing is a game-changer. If you’re properly using…
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The Butt Wink, Explained
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Colton Engelbrecht Sumo Deadlifts 500 Kilograms at a Powerlifting Meet
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Bodybuilder and Powerlifter Kyle Kirvay Squats an 855-Pound Raw Triple
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You Might Be Making One of These 4 Bench Press Mistakes
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You Might Be Making One of These 5 Back Squat Mistakes
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Alba Boström (63KG) Sets Total World Record at 2025 IPF World Classic Championships
