#powerlifting articles

While squats are considered the king of all barbell exercises, the deadlift is a close second. Many will argue that there is no greater test of raw strength than deadlift pulling power. This article will take a detailed look at the history of the deadlift, as well as present you with current deadlift world records. ... http://dlvr.it/5MlK3r

We all know most people make things more complicated than they need to be. This is just as true for strength training as it is for any other aspect of life. When it comes to increasing strength, I don’t believe beginning to intermediate lifters need complicated programs. Strength gains should be consistent during your first several ... http://dlvr.it/5G5qDj

Low rep training is a proven and effective method of increasing strength. Most advanced strength athletes rely on singles, doubles and triples as the bread and butter of their workout routines. This training method is perfect for the intermediate to late intermediate lifter who wants to delve into heavy triples, but who may not be ... http://dlvr.it/5G3rBX

This article by Anthony Ditillo. It is obvious to me that the muscles of the upper torso and in particular the muscles of the scapulae area are most impressive when properly developed with sufficient size and roundness. It would seem that the entire upper body takes on a more rugged look which gives a true ... http://dlvr.it/5FhsPZ

Stephan Korte’s 3×3 Powerlifting Program by Stephan Korte Lifters keep on asking me the same question again and again: How long can I use the 3×3 training system? My answer is always the same: the 3×3 training system can be used year round. The advocates of the “assistance exercise enhanced training programs” don’t like to ... http://dlvr.it/5FVMvH

This article is by LTL from the Muscle and Brawn forum. Web definitions A Ronin was a samurai with no lord or master during the feudal period (1185–1868) of Japan. You can also check out this absolute classic film featuring DeNiro and Sean Bean: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/R?nin So what is a powerlifting Ronin? In my eyes this ... http://dlvr.it/5FTHjf

This article was written by Jonathan Byrd, author of the eBook BIG: “Rapidly increase your strength using the BIG strength training system created by top ranked powerlifter Jonathan Byrd.” If you have powerlifted for any given time, you have been asked the question “Why?” It is difficult for the normal person, even the normal gym goer ... http://dlvr.it/5FGpKB

No other barbell lift is as primal as the deadlift. It is brute strength personified; man (and woman) versus gravity. Though the barbell squat is considered king, the deadlift isn’t far behind. What follows are 12 amazing deadlift images. Keep in mind that they are NOT the 13 greatest deadlifts of all time, but rather ... http://dlvr.it/5FCDvx