The Most Hardcore Tricep and Bicep Exercises for Powerlifting

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What’s the most hardcore way to build your triceps and biceps? This week we’re talking about a few specific exercises to help you improve bench performance. Let us know in the survey what you want to hear about next week.

This Week’s Resources

• 16 Best Tricep Exercises to Increase Bench Press Strength

• Lateral Head Tricep Exercises (That Actually Work)

• Powerlifting Grandma Wants to Inspire Others (BBC)

• Is Wide-Grip Bench Better for Powerlifting?

• Should Powerlifters Do Strongman? (Video)

• Pursuit of Strength Powerlifting Course

Hardcore Tricep and Bicep Exercises for Powerlifters

We released a new video with coach Lucero. This one focuses on a few hardcore exercises for building tricep and bicep strength.

Of course, we also cover a bunch of worthwhile tricep exercises on the site.

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Is Wide-Grip Bench Better for Powerlifting?

First, let’s define the subject. Exactly what counts as a wide grip in bench?

Here’s what an expert says:

In our guide to the muscles used in the bench press, we talk about pecs, shoulder, and triceps. They’re all major factors. Here’s what else matters:

• Bench Press Angle

• Range of Motion

• Choice of Grip

The choice of grip makes a big difference on the muscles used during bench. The wide grip uses less triceps and more chest. Is that beneficial for you?

Yes, Powerlifters Should Do Strongman

Here’s a coach’s response to that common question about strongman. Should you do it if you’re a powerlifter?

What do you think? Let us know in the video comments.

And if you’re not sure about the differences, check out our article on the differences between powerlifting and strongman.

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What’s The Difference: Powerlifting v. Powerbuilding

Here’s what you need to know about powerbuilding.

Powerlifting is a competitive sport that tests your strength in the squat, bench press, and deadlift.

Powerbuilding is a training modality that combines the goals of powerlifting and bodybuilding with the intent to build a specific physique while getting stronger at the same time.

We also have a video that digs deeper into whether powerlifters should focus on powerbuilding. Check it out on YouTube.