Reps vs Failure, The Hypertrophy Argument Most Lifters Get Wrong
Reps versus failure is the wrong fight. Muscle grows when you train close to failure, choose rep ranges that keep technique clean, and recover well enough to repeat quality volume. Here’s the framework I coach, plus practical rep targets and progressions. … Reps vs Failure, The Hypertrophy Argument Most Lifters Get Wrong The post Reps vs Failure, The Hypertrophy Argument Most Lifters Get Wrong first appeared on PowerliftingTechnique.com.
Published: 1/27/2026 Read more → I Watched Orhii’s Squat, Here’s What Made It Legit
Russell Orhii’s 821 pound squat sparked the usual debate. I watched the rep like a judge and a coach, focusing on depth, control, and bar path. … I Watched Orhii’s Squat, Here’s What Made It Legit The post I Watched Orhii’s Squat, Here’s What Made It Legit first appeared on PowerliftingTechnique.com.
Published: 1/23/2026 Read more → IPF Squat Rule Change: Posterior Deltoid Bar Height Explained
The IPF’s 2026 rulebook takes effect March 1, 2026, and it tightens how low your squat bar can sit. Here’s how referees are likely to assess it, who it hits hardest, and the highest-payoff fixes to stay legal. … IPF Squat Rule Change: Posterior Deltoid Bar Height Explained The post IPF Squat Rule Change: Posterior Deltoid Bar Height Explained first appeared on PowerliftingTechnique.com.
Published: 1/21/2026 Read more → Do lifting belts actually make you stronger?
A lifting belt can help you lift more, especially under heavy squats and deadlifts. This guide explains the mechanism, clears up the core weakness myth, and shows how to choose, position, and use a belt without becoming dependent. … Do lifting belts actually make you stronger? The post Do lifting belts actually make you stronger? first appeared on PowerliftingTechnique.com.
Published: 1/16/2026 Read more → The Silent Rule Change That Could Disqualify Your Deadlift
The IPF Technical Rules change deadlift lockout criteria, platform exits, and accessory conduct. Learn the new "front delt" standard before March 1. … The Silent Rule Change That Could Disqualify Your Deadlift The post The Silent Rule Change That Could Disqualify Your Deadlift first appeared on PowerliftingTechnique.com.
Published: 1/14/2026 Read more → 11 Best Compound Bicep Exercises For Mass & Strength
Want bigger arms? These are the best compound bicep exercises to trigger hypertrophy and strength. Includes sample workouts and form tips. … 11 Best Compound Bicep Exercises For Mass & Strength The post 11 Best Compound Bicep Exercises For Mass & Strength first appeared on PowerliftingTechnique.com.
Published: 1/6/2026 Read more → Powerlifting Weight Classes: Complete Guide (USAPL, IPF, USPA)
Powerlifting weight classes depend on your event and goals. Here's what to consider when evaluating weight class. … Powerlifting Weight Classes: Complete Guide (USAPL, IPF, USPA) The post Powerlifting Weight Classes: Complete Guide (USAPL, IPF, USPA) first appeared on PowerliftingTechnique.com.
Published: 1/2/2026 Read more → Best Vegan Creatine (2026): Plant-Based Picks for Every Athlete
Creatine is one of the most-studied, most effective supplements for muscle growth known to mankind. (1) Created in the body from the amino acids arginine, glycine, and methionine, this sports nutrition supplement helps your body produce more adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the energetic molecule that powers short, intense muscle contractions like those used in the Olympic lifts.  Our product... The post Best Vegan Creatine (2026): Plant-Based Picks for Every Athlete appeared first on BarBend.
Published: 9/5/2025 Read more → Fueling the Future Deadlift World Record: Hafthor Björnsson’s 8,000-Calorie Diet
Strongman diets are often extremely caloric, frequently reaching five figures. 2018 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) and current deadlift record holder Hafthor Björnsson recently invited Dr. Mike Israetel to evaluate his daily meals. Björnsson’s day starts with one and a half liters of water mixed with Hydrate, an electrolyte powder, and creatine. His daily nutrition plan consists of five meals, which are organized when he wakes up... The post Fueling the Future Deadlift World Record: Hafthor Björnsson’s 8,000-Calorie Diet appeared first on BarBend.
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