The Powerlifting Technique Newsletter

The Powerlifting Technique Newsletter

The Powerlifting Technique newsletter offers expert insights, tips, and the latest trends to help powerlifters enhance their technique, strength, and competition performance.

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The Right Way to Train Chest, Shoulders, and Triceps

The Right Way to Train Chest, Shoulders, and Triceps

A smart push day workout hits the right muscles with the right movements. This guide shows you how to structure it for real strength and size.

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The 3-Day Program That Builds Real Strength

The 3-Day Program That Builds Real Strength

You don’t need six gym sessions a week to get stronger. This 3-day program hits the essentials without burning you out.

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How Pin Squats Help Depth and Control

How Pin Squats Help Depth and Control

Pin squats improve squat control, reinforce depth, and help lifters blast through plateaus. Learn what makes them so effective and how to program them.

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Build a Thicker Back with Meadows Rows

Build a Thicker Back with Meadows Rows

This underused row variation hits your upper back and lats hard, especially if traditional rows leave you flat. Here’s how to do it right.

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The Rowing Machine Might Be the Best Muscle Tool You’re Ignoring

The Rowing Machine Might Be the Best Muscle Tool You’re Ignoring

Rowing workouts are low-impact, muscle-building powerhouses. Learn how to grow strength and size. Plus what machine to get without breaking the bank.

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How Much Protein is Enough to Build Muscle?

How Much Protein is Enough to Build Muscle?

The optimal protein intake for muscle growth, debunk common myths, and learn how to tailor your diet to your fitness goals.

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Deadlift Lockout Stalling? Here's How to Fix It

Deadlift Lockout Stalling? Here's How to Fix It

Effective strategies to strengthen your deadlift lockout, including technique adjustments, targeted exercises, and programming tips

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More Lifters Should Use RPE Instead of Chasing Numbers

More Lifters Should Use RPE Instead of Chasing Numbers

Most gym-goers chase PRs and numbers on the bar, but that approach can lead to burnout, poor recovery, and inconsistent progress. Using the RPE scale from 1 to 10 helps lifters train smarter, adjust for daily readiness, and stay on track for long-term gains without wrecking their body.

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RDLs Build Strong Hamstrings, But There’s a Catch

RDLs Build Strong Hamstrings, But There’s a Catch

Romanian deadlifts are simple, powerful, and often misused. This quick guide covers the benefits, limitations, and best cues to keep you safe and strong.

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The Overhead Press–Bench Press Connection

The Overhead Press–Bench Press Connection

Can overhead pressing help your bench press? Short answer: yes, but only if you do it right. Here’s how to use OHP to build real carryover.

How Leg Extensions Can Help Your Squat

How Leg Extensions Can Help Your Squat

Leg extensions isolate the quads without taxing your hips or back. That makes them a smart way to build strength, reinforce squat mechanics, and support knee health over time.

Dumbbell Lat Training for Stronger Pulls and Presses

Dumbbell Lat Training for Stronger Pulls and Presses

You don’t need a full gym to train your lats. These dumbbell-only moves can build the back strength you need to improve your deadlift and bench press. No cable machine required.

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