Powerlifting Articles

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How to Write Your Powerlifting Program in 5 Simple Steps
programming for powerlifting (including real lifter results) made simple.
Bench Press Troubleshooting Guide – The 3 Common Weak Points
how to identify and correct the weak point in your bench press so you can increase your 1RM for powerlifting.
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The 8-Week Plateau Breaker: Fixing Shoulder Injuries and Adding 60+ lbs to a Bench Press PR
Before the Plateau Breaker, this lifter was hindered by common powerlifting programs leading to shoulder pain. This 8-week program is the method we used to work around the injuries and PR his bench press.
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The 639 lb Deadlift Framework: How Taylor Broke a Year-Long Plateau at 495
The exact program that allowed Taylor to break a long deadlift plateau, win his first powerlifting meet and add nearly 150 lbs to his deadlift in 2 years.
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Using Video to Improve Powerlifting Performance: A Step-by-Step Guide for Lifters
How to build raw strength in the powerlifts with only 45-75 minute long training sessions (and have a life outside of the gym)
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How to Build a 4-Hour Powerlifting Training Week and Still Make Real Progress
How to build raw strength in the powerlifts with only 45-75 minute long training sessions (and have a life outside of the gym)
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How to Plan for Powerlifting Training Block Targets
using end-of-block goals to promote powerlifting athlete autonomy and progression
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Fixing Lower Back Tightness as a 45-Year Old Powerlifting Dad
Training for powerlifting in your 40s is different because of the accumulated injuries and aches. Here’s how Nate added 200+ lbs to his squat, bench and deadlift total while managing to feel even better than he did in his 30s.
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How to Find a Beginner Powerlifting Meet to Compete In
How to find a local powerlifting meet as a first-time competitor