Why I’ll Miss Multi-Ply Powerlifting
Why I’ll Miss Multi-Ply Powerlifting

I’m not gonna subject you to a bunch of “back in my day” bull crap. Assuming you’re at least somewhat interested in gear, and instead of playing the middle as I’ve always done, I’m gonna give you the truth.

Is Technique the Same for Raw and Geared Lifters?
Is Technique the Same for Raw and Geared Lifters?

The debate between raw versus gear has died down, more or less, but the debate of how to train one versus the other is still on-going. This might be controversial, but for the most part, I don’t think you need to train differently raw or geared with a few exceptions.

Stop Compensating Early
Stop Compensating Early

If you’re new to powerlifting, you don’t need gear. Seriously. Start training raw and see where it takes you. Oh, and if you’re an athlete, I’d better not see you putting on lifting gear.

WATCH: Road Trip Rants — Rounded Upper Back Deadlift, The Best Part of Powerlifting in 2018, and Low Back Exercises
WATCH: Road Trip Rants — Rounded Upper Back Deadlift, The Best Part of P...

Still on the road and still answering your questions, this episode focuses on deadlift cues and exercise selection with limited equipment.

Why You Need to Return to Powerlifting
Why You Need to Return to Powerlifting

This article is for those of you who are on the fence. For those of you who have considered a return to the sport but are having difficulty pulling the trigger. For those of you who need to feel at home again.

Making a Run at the 132-pound All-time Equipped Bench Record
Making a Run at the 132-pound All-time Equipped Bench Record

Brandon Smitley competes in equipped bench-only at the APF Chicago Summer Bash. While recovering from a low back injury, he has been focusing on bench and decided to make a run at the all-time bench record at 132 pounds.

What Type of Powerlifter Are You?
What Type of Powerlifter Are You?

I polled our team members to get an idea of why some of the best lifters in the world compete raw or in gear. Here are their answers.

WATCH: Table Talk — Is Geared Powerlifting Dead?
WATCH: Table Talk — Is Geared Powerlifting Dead?

People always want to talk about when geared powerlifting ruled the sport. Now they think raw is in charge. What’s the answer?

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