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Can Recreational Sports Build Character? Its Possible, not Automatic

Can Recreational Sports Build Character? Its Possible, not Automatic As recreational athletes (powerlifting or other sports) we enjoy participating in these activities for fun. We have chosen to pursue a given sport for a variety of personal reasons. The actions we...

Three high value exercises that take almost zero time: plus, a bonus

Three high value exercises that take almost zero time: plus, a bonus I always suggest that whatever exercises one does during their workouts should have provide a high return on your investment (ROI). Your investment in this case is time and energy. Often, we tend to...

Artificial Intelligence and Strength Training: Part 1-The Impact of Information

Artificial Intelligence and Strength Training: Part 1-The Impact of Information Current news is awash with stories about how artificial intelligence (AI) will shortly penetrate every aspect of our lives. Depending on the source, predictions are being tossed around...

Small mistakes in technique: Undermine your max lifts

Small mistakes in technique: Undermine your max lifts One of the big benefits of being a powerlifting referee is that you get to observe competitive lifters attempting to produce their best performances. It is a chance to see how the most skilled powerlifters do their...

Practice CAN improve performance

Practice CAN improve performance Among the many clichs that we are exposed to as we go through life, one that stands out for its misleading qualities is: practice makes perfect. Anyone who is even a casual visitor to a gym, tennis court or golf course will observe...

A Super Cheap Power Training Equipment Idea: HUGE value for the $

A Super Cheap Power Training Equipment Idea: HUGE value for the $ In the never-ending scramble to build new and fantastic" training equipment, one thing is constant: the price for new gadgets never seems to go down. I thought you all might enjoy seeing an unusually...

Use Your Attention to Maximum Benefit

Use Your Attention to Maximum Benefit Your conscious attention is one of the resources that most people squander. For those of us who lift heavy weights, losing sharp mental focus can significantly diminish our efforts. Having sharp mental focus enables us to devote...