Memories of A Young Wannabe Powerlifter's Christmas
Chad was nestled all snug in his bed, while visions of power racks danced in his head...
Long-term Goal Achieved at 13th Annual USAPL American Open
A record setting bench launched Yard to the third highest total in the USAPL.
Efficiency with Supplemental Work
Three important considerations in getting the most out of your program.
Holdsworth Wins World Championship
Overcoming knee injuries and numerous life changes, Holdsworth sees how he ranks in the bench and deadlift categories.
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Why do lifter shake the weight before they deadlift?
You ever wonder why lifters shake the weight before they deadlift?
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Why Do Lifters Shake the Weight Before They Deadlift?
You ever wonder why lifters shake the weight before they deadlift?
Two Decades at the Top: Schwab's Secrets to Longevity
If you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge an injury.
What’s the Big Deal About a PR, Anyway?
Recently, I was talking to a friend at the gym, and I heard “I want to end on a good note.” What the f*ck does that mean—end on a good note? Shouldn’t all training sessions end on a good note?
Planning a Powerlifting Meet
The basics of running a powerlifting meet center around providing a safe and enjoyable event for the lifters. These guidelines will ensure that happens.
Elitefts Benches, Mono's and Bar to be Used at WPC Worlds
When it comes to top of the line equipment the WPC will have the best at this years World Championships.
Handling the Missed Lift
We all do it. We miss a lift and then look around at our training partners. Sometimes you speak up immediately and sometimes they have first say.
Fixing Common Mistakes in the Big Three Lifts
Our first elitefts Powerlifting Experience offered exceptional insight on how to be a better lifter.
The Difference Between Olympic and ATG Squats
Do these both have value and do Olympic lifters even care?
How I Train for a Meet, Month One
The Freakshow lays down his game plan for powerlifting. Can you handle it?
The Importance of a Proper Warm-Up
With a program known for strength increases, with a minimal injury rate, this guy knows a thing or two about a proper warm up.
WATCH: How Schwab Developed His Training Philosophy
The Minimalist Method: Keep what is useful, discard that which is not.
WATCH: Schwab's Secrets to Two Decades at the Top
If you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge an injury.
Training Strategies for Busy Lifters
A purpose-driven guide to fitting training in your life without having to resort to bedroom push-ups.
WATCH: Unrecognized Legend of the Sport
Brian looks back on his 20-year lifting career and shares the biggest moments of his success.
Training to Peak for a Meet
After two decades of competing, The M2 Method author has fine-tuned meet prep.
Lifting: A Gauge of Truth
You could lie about how hard you train, the foods you eat, and your gym PRs...but progress will only happen if you're true to the weights.
3 Partners Open 2XL Powerlifting Gym
Large? Not good enough. XL? Not quite there. 2XL? Now you're talking.
Kettlebell Bottoms-Up Press
Elitefts™ team member Chris Duffin is demonstrating how to perform a Kettlebell Bottom-Up Press.
Nutrition Advice from Generation X (to Y and Z)
When your elders say "eat your veggies," you young'uns better listen.
How to Kick Ass in a One-Car Garage
Move that Ford Escort to the driveway, toss that box of old high school trophies in the trash; it's time to get serious.
Top 10 Meet Day Tips for the Competitive Lifter
No matter how long you've been around, there's sure to be one or two on this list you've never heard.
The Importance of Tracking Volume
One can not ignore the necessity of regulating training volume. Rest in peace, Mike Mentzer.
Building Size with Crossfit
If you joined Crossfit to look like Rich Froning, you may need to broaden your approach. This is how I transitioned to powerlifting.
The Building of Mike Strom
As Strom prepares for Worlds, his coach reflects on what it took to get there.
Friday Technique Video: Bands Setup
This man will kick you so hard in the chest, you will crap your ribs out. Literally. Out of your butthole.
Welcome to the Dark Side
Two things piss him off. Lifters that hate gear and people that call him "Shirello."
Elitefts™ Chest Fly With Chains
Josh Bryant is performing chest flys with chains to accommodate to the strength curve and increase the amount of tension in the contracted position
The Tools of the Trade
If your max squat is 600 pounds it doesn't hurt to use a bar that supports twice that.
Using Gear to Overload Your Raw Strength
If you aren't wising up to the value of gear for raw lifting, Joe will choke you out with a pair of Krait Knee Wraps.
3 Ways the Platform Prepared Me for the Stage
How becoming Strong(her) made me a better figure competitor.
Gear for the Raw Lifter: Know Your Weapons
Are you afraid that the chalk police will find illicit lifting paraphernalia in your gym bag?
"Hey, I Think I Wanna Do a Powerlifting Meet…"
Elitefts™ equipment + Metal Gear + mental toughness = record lifts
Desired Sport Outcomes Require Solid Programming
Program your training based on goals, energy systems, and sport requirements.
Grip It. Don't Rip It.
As a powerlifter, you've heard the saying “Rip it off the floor!” probably a thousand times.
Somewhere Between Blast and Dust
When you are young and hungry to succeed, balance rarely enters the equation. As we mature, we tend to question things...
Is Minimalism Hurting Powerlifting?
Do we need to drop "weakest link" thinking and just stress the body with big ass weights?
What Kind of Straps Should You Be Wearing?
Every sport can benefit from wearing some type of straps. What straps will work best for you?
Goggins and Coan Reflect on their Epic Platform Battles
It goes beyond who wins on that day or even the records posted. What legacy have you left when you hang up your belt? Goggins and Coan have enriched the sport during their decades on the platform.
