Strength Training Articles and Programs
Powerlifting USA Retro: January 1986 and the World's Best Lifter
Dave Tate digs into the January 1986 issue of Powerlifting USA, from Ed Coan's 12-week deadlift routine and the 1985 IPF Worlds in Finland to Kuc and Williams, with five takeaways you can use today.
Iron Game, 1980: Records, Politics, and the Lessons That Still Hold
In late 1980, powerlifting was at a crossroads. While icons like Mike Bridges were shattering barriers, the sport was grappling with internal politics and the steroid debate. We revisit this classic issue to uncover the training secrets of Hiro Isagawa and the gritty culture of the original iron game
June 1980: The Dawn of a New Era
The June 1980 archive captures a sport at a technical crossroads. From the inaugural Women's World Powerlifting Championships to the physiological secrets of Roger Estep's incredible mass, this issue is a masterclass in old-school strength and early exercise science
January 1980: The Dawn of a New Era and the USPF
The sport of powerlifting changed forever in January 1980. With the official adoption of the USPF name and Joseph "Doc" Rhodes revealing his world-championship peaking program, this issue is a masterclass in old-school strength and political drama.
April 1980: The Rise of Kaz and the Strength Revolution
The April 1980 issue of Powerlifting USA captures a pivotal moment in the history of strength. Bill Kazmaier is on the rise, organizational politics are heating up, and the training advice is as gritty as it gets. From roundback rack pulls to the secrets of the Spanjian Supersuit, we’re looking back at the legends who built the sport.
What Was Happening 46 Years Ago In Powerlifting
The March 1980 issue of Powerlifting USA captures a sport at a crossroads. We break down Ken Leistner's pre-meet grind, John Kuc's actionable training tips, and the political drama that rocked the lifting world.
February 1980: The State of Powerlifting
Analyze the February 1980 issue of Powerlifting USA. Featuring Mike MacDonald's bench press specifics, Mark Dimiduk’s rise, and the Finnish Deadlift routine.
Powerlifting USA Retro: April 1980 – The Year of Kazmaier
Travel back to April 1980, a year of political drama and legendary strength in the powerlifting world. This deep dive into the Powerlifting USA archives features an exclusive look at Bill Kazmaier’s scientific training blueprint at Auburn University and Jan Todd’s historic barrier-breaking 501.25 lb squat
