Albany Strength USAPL Powerlifting Meet

Over the weekend, I had the pleasure of doing something I never thought I would: competing in an honest-to-goodness powerlifting meet! Background For the uninitiated, a powerlifting meet typically consists of three main lifts: barbell squat, barbell bench press, and barbell deadlift. The competitors are divided into various weight classes, and each is given three (one rep) attempts at each exercise to move as much weight as possible. Winners are picked in each weight class based on the total of the heaviest successful attempt in each lift. The Results Since it's what most will want to know, might as well go over it first: how did I end up doing? The Squat I was very happy with my performance in the squat. To kick things off, I [Read more...]