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Why Powerlifting (and Not Bodybuilding)? By: Victor Calia Described simply, powerlifting is training to maximize one's strength in the squat, bench press and deadlift with the end goal to achieve a PR... Read on as I describe my journey and training routine to becoming a better powerlifter! 3259 Words - Date Added: Nov 01, 2006

2009 Kings Of The Bench III And Clash Of The Titans II Webcast - High Quality.
By: Bodybuilding Contests
Check out the webcast replay from the Kings Of The Bench III and Clash Of The Titans II here. Date Added: Apr 28, 2009

An Alternate Approach To Bodybuilding: Thinking Outside The Box.
By: Chad Coy
Over this series of articles I will outline a template on how to use the olympic movements, powerlifting and strongman to enhance your bodybuilding. 1570 Words - Date Added: Mar 01, 2005

An Interview With Greg Stott: RAW Powerlifter!
By: Curtis Dennis Jr.
Greg is an amazing lifter at the age of 40. He one of those many in powerlifting that benches, squats, and deadlifts RAW. His strength is amazing even for his age! 2879 Words - Date Added: Jun 24, 2003

An Interview With Squat King, Brent Mikesell!
By: Curtis Dennis Jr.
First he did 1041 squat, making his presence felt in the powerlifting world and rocking it with his 1074 squat later on. His name is Brent Mikesell. 2150 Words - Date Added: Sep 28, 2002

Animal By Nature, Freak By Device!
By: AnimalPak
So you can't figure out for the life of you why your bench is stuck at 315? You have been training everyday, eating well, thinking you are training your ass off living the clean life, and now you want to know why you can't make gains. Learn why now! 905 Words - Date Added: Aug 12, 2003

Athletes And The Olympic Lifts!
By: Dr. Squat
But let's get into Olympic lifting, and try to discern whether there's something there for athletes from other sports to benefit from. 2912 Words - Date Added: Aug 23, 2004

Beginning Powerlifting
By: Curtis Dennis
Some people think that there is no difference between powerlifting and bodybuilding, and I can't blame them. But once you get into it, you can tell the difference like you can tell the difference between black and white. 2252 Words - Date Added: Oct 18, 2001

Bench Like An Animal: Part 2
By: AnimalPak
There are many milestones when entering the world of bench pressing. When starting into the gym life, you might see others in the gym benching big weight and wonder how you too can get there. 1863 Words - Date Added: Jan 31, 2003

Boards, Bands, And Bench Shirts: Are They THAT Important?
By: Curtis Dennis Jr.
Learn how these benching accessories can help boost your bench. Find out the secrets that the pros are using! 1447 Words - Date Added: Apr 08, 2003

Bodybuilding Vs. Powerlifting!
By: AnimalPak
There are a lot of myths surrounding the sports of bodybuilding and powerlifting. I've decided to shed some light on these two sports here at animalpak.com. If you're new to the iron game and can't decide which to pursue, this article should help. As a world-ranked pro powerlifter and a NPC bodybuilder, I speak from firsthand experience. 1931 Words - Date Added: Oct 28, 2003

Bodybuilding.com Announces Free Kings Of The Bench III And Clash Of The Titans II Webcast!
By: Press Releases
Bodybuilding.com will broadcast tape-delayed coverage of The Kings Of The Bench III and Clash Of The Titans II. Viewers will enjoy pre-show coverage, videos and interviews, and much more! 104 Words - Date Added: Feb 02, 2009

Bodybuilding.com Justin.tv Channel, Episode #69 Team Idaho Powerlifters Pt. 1
By: Other Writer
Learn all about powerlifting at the 2009 IPF World Championships in Brazil with Team Idaho Powerlifters Jesse Norris, Amanda Moe & Kenzie Hower! Date Added: Aug 10, 2009

Bodybuilding.com Justin.tv Channel, Episode #69: Team Idaho Powerlifters Pt. 1
By: Other Writer
Learn all about powerlifting at the 2009 IPF World Championships in Brazil with Team Idaho Powerlifters Jesse Norris, Amanda Moe & Kenzie Hower! Date Added: Aug 10, 2009

Combining Powerlifting with Bodybuilding
By: Big Dog Seth
Push it to the max with high intensity training techniques! Be prepared for the most amazing results you will ever see! 616 Words - Date Added: Dec 21, 2001

Disa Hatfield's Powerlifting Q & A
By: ISSA
Disa Hatfield is a California State powerlifting champion! Should children powerlift? How should a belt be worn? Get the answers to your questions and more! 1959 Words - Date Added: Apr 02, 2003

Draper's Dungeon
By: Dave Draper
It was a legendary time of bodybuilding history, and eight-week period in 1970, when, at Joe Gold's original gym in Santa Monica, these men shared their training energy. 2377 Words - Date Added: Jul 31, 2002

Four Reasons To Olympic Lift!
By: Other Writer
When I started lifting, the sport of Olympic lifting was king and all the other lifting sports were snickered at for attracting oddballs. Learn the four reasons why you should olympic lift! 707 Words - Date Added: Jan 30, 2004

Get Olympic
By: Curtis Schultz
Build a massive upper back by performing bodybuilding's forgotten four... 1492 Words - Date Added: Nov 13, 2002

How Do I Get Started In Powerlifting?
By: Anita Ramsey
Powerlifting training is a great way to build strength and physical power and add slabs of thick muscle to your physique. To get an idea about performing in powerlifting I have put together some useful information including judging the three main lifts. 1295 Words - Date Added: Jun 23, 2005

How I Became A Powerlifter
By: Stacey Hammar
Stacey Hammer is the Idaho state record holder with 176 lbs on the bench and a 336 lbs on the dead lift! 394 Words - Date Added: Aug 15, 2002

How Much Ya Benching?
By: Jason Bennett
We all know what a bodybuilder's main focus is, the pump. This article is going to talk about how a powerlifter trains and why its important. 1047 Words - Date Added: Oct 15, 2001

How To Get Into Powerlifting.
By: Curtis Dennis Jr.
When I started powerlifting, I had trouble finding info or someone who was in powerlifting. This is the reason I have put my years of experiaces into one place. Find out what you need to get started in powerlifing! 792 Words - Date Added: Aug 25, 2003

Hybrid High Intensity Program
By: Curtis Dennis
HIT, Max-OT, Power Factor are all great training systems and I've tried just enough to gather knowledge about my own training system someday. Hybrid Training is the basic combination of bodybuilding and powerlifting. Here is what it is all about! 1671 Words - Date Added: Feb 08, 2002

Hybrid Strength System
By: Curtis Dennis
What's better than a bench program?? Well, I don't want to sound cocky, but it would be my new strength system...the Hybrid Strength System. This system is unlike any bodybuilding or powerlifting program that's out there and its grants every lifter's wish... the constant change in workout. 2132 Words - Date Added: Jan 14, 2002

Kevin Piompino's Journey Through Bodybuilding - Episode #1: Chest Training.
By: Other Teen Writer
Check out this new teen lifting video series from powerlifter Kevin Piompino. This week, he takes you through a chest-specific workout designed to build power, strength, and speed for powerlifting! 218 Words - Date Added: Nov 12, 2008

Kevin Piompino's Journey Through Bodybuilding - Video Show Main Page.
By: Other Teen Writer
Check out this new teen lifting video series from powerlifter Kevin Piompino. He'll take you through a series of bodypart-specific workouts designed to build power and strength for powerlifting! 136 Words - Date Added: Nov 12, 2008

Killer Strength Program
By: David Knowles
Before I start, this is a powerlifting program, not a bodybuilding program. Of all the programs I've tried, this has boosted my strength the most. Here is my full 14-week cycle! 968 Words - Date Added: Feb 10, 2002

Kings Of The Bench III And Clash Of The Titans II Main Page.
By: Bodybuilding Contests
The Kings Of The Bench III And Clash Of The Titans II powerlifting competitions will be held April 18 at the Ronnie Coleman Classic Expo. 348 Words - Date Added: Feb 03, 2009

KISS: Learn How You Can Lift 4 Times Your Bodyweight.
By: Gary Reichert
I was training for my first international competition. My squat was the best it's ever been. I had some big numbers in training, but separated the AC joint in my right shoulder at an exhibition...the monster lifts were not meant to be! 2237 Words - Date Added: Nov 27, 2004

Max-Out Radio Podcast #6 With Guest, Marty Gallagher.
By: Michael Roussell
Mike & Marty discuss powerlifting, Marty Gallagher's Purposefully Primitive Fitness system, the problem with the television show, 'The Biggest Loser,' caffeine and mental performance, and much more. Listen in now! 537 Words - Date Added: Dec 03, 2006

My First Powerlifting Meet!
By: Curtis Dennis Jr.
I loved the workouts my coach put me through, I was hurting when I left the gym which was great for me. 1522 Words - Date Added: Jul 01, 2002

Nutritional Mistakes Guaranteed To Ruin Your Powerlifting Success!
By: Anthony Ricciuto
Learn what are the main mistakes that will decrease the powerlifters performance the most and how to fix them! 2756 Words - Date Added: Feb 15, 2003

Power Athlete - Does Your Training Program Make the Grade?
By: Curtis Schultz
As an ex-collegiate football player, competitive power lifter, and a strength coordinator, you can bet the farm that I have walked down some long roads and driven the superhighway of training. Become a power athlete by following these guidelines! 2398 Words - Date Added: Oct 09, 2001

Power Nutrition Q&A - Part Eleven!
By: Anthony Ricciuto
This Q&A will fill you in on some questions about failing during a lifting competition, cottage cheese & yogurt, and about how complex a real powerlifter diet really is. Check it out! 4796 Words - Date Added: Jan 17, 2006

Power Nutrition Q&A - Part One!
By: Anthony Ricciuto
Check back soon for updates to my power nutrition questions and answers. This week you will find out the importance of nutrition for powerlifters and why protein is so important! Send your questions to me to get REAL answers. 2372 Words - Date Added: Feb 19, 2003

Power Nutrition Q&A - Part Ten!
By: Anthony Ricciuto
What is the secret to success as a powerlifter? You guessed it... Recovery! This Q&A will fill you in on some myths and truths about the supplements for recovery and improvement of powerlifters. Check it out! 4111 Words - Date Added: Dec 13, 2005

Power Nutrition Q&A - Part Twelve!
By: Anthony Ricciuto
This Q&A will fill you in on some questions about melatonin, fiber, fat loss & strength gain, and zinc. Read on to learn more about these and see if they would answer some of your own questions. 4183 Words - Date Added: Feb 14, 2006

Power Rack Training Part II: The Squat and Deadlift
By: Curtis Dennis
Last time, I discussed how using the power rack for a better bench. I hope you all are using them well. This time, we will use the squat and deadlift. These are most likely the most feared exercises in the gym. 631 Words - Date Added: Jan 29, 2002

Power-Rack Training Part 1- The Bench Press
By: Curtis Dennis
Power-rack training is one of the best ways to help increase strength and rehab from injury. I've been using rack training for almost a month and it has helped a whole lot on other exercises. Let me explain what it is. 793 Words - Date Added: Aug 11, 2000

PowerBuilding: Powerlifting and Bodybuilding!
By: Other Writer
You want a balanced physique, lean muscle mass AND the power. The best of both worlds... now you can have it! 915 Words - Date Added: Mar 22, 2002

POWERLIFTERS and POWERLIFTING
By: Curtis Dennis Jr.
Not everybody knows about the sport of powerlifting. Those who do not know about the sport, judge powerlifters on cockiness and over-confidence. 369 Words - Date Added: Dec 05, 2001

Powerlifting & Speed-Strength Training!
By: Dr. Squat
Lets take a look at what powerlifting can do for your speed and strength training. Learn the facts from Dr. Squat! 1783 Words - Date Added: May 14, 2004

Powerlifting Myths!
By: Other Writer
All too often I read on message boards or hear in conversations some myths that are widely known and are preached as gospel through out gyms and lifting clubs or organizations around the world. Debunk the myths, read more! 1103 Words - Date Added: Feb 20, 2004

Powerlifting Nutrition/Supplementation!
By: Other Writer
You are what you eat and you get out what you put in. You don't want to be a twinky, do you? Find out what to eat and which supplements are a must! 1061 Words - Date Added: Mar 11, 2004

Powerlifting to Improve Your Bodybuilding Physique
By: Manny Fausett
The following workout is a personal favorite of mine because it is short, brutal and effective. However, it also allows the lifter to work towards keeping the bodybuilders aesthetics intact. 695 Words - Date Added: Mar 30, 2001

Powerlifting Training For The Beginner!
By: Other Writer
What I advise is using the basics. Even the most hardcore training methods revolve around simple principles, the main one being; lift heavier weights, get stronger. 1099 Words - Date Added: Mar 23, 2004

Powerlifting VS. Olympic Lifting
By: Ian Waltz
As a thrower on the world-class level I wanted to look into the benefits of power lifting versus Olympic lifting. I was looking through some journals and located a study performed by the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. 901 Words - Date Added: Jan 15, 2002

Powerlifting: Scot Mendelson Highlight.
By: Other Writer
In tribute to Scot's unsurpassed feats of strength and power, we've collected some of our best powerlifting content all into one place, including video of Scot, interviews, and articles, for you to get better acquainted with this veritable behemoth! 406 Words - Date Added: Jul 21, 2006

Preparing for Strongman Competitions - My Workout
By: Corey St. Clair
After reading the article on my last competition (Alki Beach/Washington State) I decided to put my workout program up for you to read and go over. 1038 Words - Date Added: Dec 21, 2001

Record Breakers!
By: Curtis Dennis Jr.
I hope to increase the involvement of powerlifting by delivering news from the powerlifting world every other month or so. 914 Words - Date Added: Aug 26, 2002

Remember The Good Old Days?
By: Curtis Schultz
I'm flipping through the yellow pages looking for a place to train, and I come across a Worlds Gym, as I run my finger down the lists of things they have and offer my finger stops in amazement. It reads "No Powerlifters!" I sit in astonishment that this gym owner had the balls to put that in writing, and then under the World Gym logo it states, "We'll take care of everything you need to know & teach you everything you need to do from the first time you walk through the doors." 1564 Words - Date Added: Jul 17, 2002

Ryan Kennelly Profile!
By: Curtis Dennis Jr.
Ryan pretty much came out of nowhere hitting 768 at one competition, and then at an another doing 780. People were speculating that Ryan was going to hit 800 first and no sooner later Ryan hits 800 out of nowhere. 1071 Words - Date Added: Nov 05, 2002

Scot Mendelson Podcast Interview: Powerlifting.
By: Daniel Gastelu
Podcast Interview: In this episode, Dan Gastelu interviews guest Scot Mendelson. Listen to powerlifting training secrets from a man who has bench pressed over 1,000 pounds. Half a ton - he's one of the strongest men in history! 529 Words - Date Added: Jul 20, 2006

Side Comparison Of Power And Olympic Squats!
By: Chris Scarborough
No other exercise in the athlete's arsenal is as necessary as the squat. There are also several ways to do accomplish this exercise. 652 Words - Date Added: Apr 05, 2005

So You Think You're Strong?
By: Corey St. Clair
Ok, you're in the gym hittin' the weights hard and seeing some pretty good results. You're watching what you eat and taking the right supplements. (If not stop reading and head to the Bodybuilding.com cyberstore immediately if not sooner!) 456 Words - Date Added: Dec 13, 2001

The P.R. Department: An Intro To Powerlifting.
By: ISSA
What is powerlifting? Lots of people ask about the sport... I will answer this question and explain the basic aspects of what powerlifting really is. Check it out! 3918 Words - Date Added: Jan 17, 2006

The Road To 2800+: The Garry Frank Chronicles - Part 1.
By: Anthony Ricciuto
In this article, take a look inside the nutritional practices of this superhuman beast and his secrets for taking his total to unseen heights. 2799 Words - Date Added: Sep 01, 2004

Training At The Compound: 'Back In The Saddle Again - Part One.'
By: Anita Ramsey
Curtis and I are back in the saddle again. We are back with the boys at Metal Militia after a long layoff due to various reasons that were out of our control. Learn more about it right here. 1629 Words - Date Added: Mar 17, 2006

Training for Strongman Events Part Three!
By: Corey St. Clair
In the weightroom, lifts that can help you include the Olympic lifts and their derivatives. The Snatch and Clean And Jerk help with the crucial extension of the lower body. 5748 Words - Date Added: Dec 24, 2001

Training Weaknesses - Part 1!
By: Curtis Dennis Jr.
Training weaknesses is what powerlifters train for really. Every meet and/or every session, there is always something to improve upon. Here I'm going to talk about the typical training weaknesses on the big 3 that you can go about in the gym! 803 Words - Date Added: Feb 10, 2004

Weightlifting 101
By: Josh Henkin
bet most of you have started reading this article expecting to learn about weight training. Nope, I am not going to go there. While many people have probably no interest in ever competing in Olympic weightlifting, it has a lot to offer for those interested in high levels of strength and sports performance. 1147 Words - Date Added: Aug 07, 2002

Weightlifting: The Bulgarian Blitz!
By: Critical Bench
So why do the Bulgarians have such a successful national weightlifting program? Do they use anabolics in excess? Do they need to use them? I will answer this question and more right here. 2934 Words - Date Added: Nov 07, 2005

What Is Powerlifting Nutrition?
By: Anthony Ricciuto
See how I turned an out of shape amateur powerlifter at a state level to 4 World Championships and 2 National titles! 2878 Words - Date Added: Jan 14, 2003

What Is The Best Powerlifting Workout?
By: Workout Of The Week
What is the best powerlifting workout? Find out what other people from the message boards think... 3128 Words - Date Added: Dec 07, 2005

Why Powerlifting (and Not Bodybuilding)?
By: Victor Calia
Described simply, powerlifting is training to maximize one's strength in the squat, bench press and deadlift with the end goal to achieve a PR... Read on as I describe my journey and training routine to becoming a better powerlifter! 3259 Words - Date Added: Nov 01, 2006

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