Powerlifting
A strength sport consisting of three lifts: squat, bench press, and deadlift.
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Powerlifting is a competitive strength sport where athletes attempt maximal weights in the squat, bench press, and deadlift. Each lifter gets three attempts at each lift, with the heaviest successful lifts summed for a total. Training focuses on low-rep, high-intensity work to maximize one-rep max strength in these three movements.
Examples
- Competition total: 500lb squat + 350lb bench + 600lb deadlift
- Three attempts per lift in competition
- Training for maximal strength
Related Terms
Powerlifting exercises
38 exercises in the library match this description.
Reverse Band Deadlift
Powerlifting · Barbell
Reverse Band Power Squat
Powerlifting · Barbell
Reverse Band Sumo Deadlift
Powerlifting · Barbell
Seated Good Mornings
Powerlifting · Barbell
Speed Box Squat
Powerlifting · Barbell
Squat with Bands
Powerlifting · Barbell
Squat with Chains
Powerlifting · Barbell
Sumo Deadlift
Powerlifting · Barbell
Common questions
What is Powerlifting?
A strength sport consisting of three lifts: squat, bench press, and deadlift. Powerlifting is a competitive strength sport where athletes attempt maximal weights in the squat, bench press, and deadlift.
What exercises train the Powerlifting?
Good options include Reverse Band Deadlift, Reverse Band Power Squat, Reverse Band Sumo Deadlift, Seated Good Mornings, Speed Box Squat. Each links to a step-by-step guide with demonstration images.
What are examples of Powerlifting?
Competition total: 500lb squat + 350lb bench + 600lb deadlift; Three attempts per lift in competition; Training for maximal strength.
Put it into practice
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