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Meet Prep July 2026

3 Tips for Your First Powerlifting Meet

From attempt selection to warm-up timing โ€” everything you need to know to nail competition day.

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Training July 2026

Why Your Knee Pain Probably Isn't a Knee Problem

Tight hips and weak glutes above. Stiff ankles below. Here's where knee pain actually comes from โ€” and how to fix it.

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Meet Prep July 2026

Weight Cuts for Powerlifting โ€” What You Need to Know

How to approach making weight safely and effectively without tanking your performance on the platform.

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Powerlifting July 2026

What Shoes Do You Actually Need for Powerlifting?

Squat shoes, deadlift slippers, or barefoot โ€” we break down every option and when to use them.

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Training July 2026

3 Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Knee Sleeves

Fitting, placement, and when to actually use them in training versus saving them for heavy work.

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Meet Prep July 2026

Powerlifting Meet Day Variables โ€” What Affects Your Performance

What affects your total on competition day, and how to control as many variables as possible.

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In-Person Training July 2026

The Real Reason Your Lower Back Hurts (And How to Fix It)

Most chronic lower back pain isn't a back problem at all. Here's where it actually comes from and what to do about it.

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Nutrition July 2026

Why Protein Is the Most Important Macro for Lifters

Most people eat about half the protein they actually need. Here's a simple target and the easiest ways to hit it.

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Training July 2026

What Is Progressive Overload and Why Does It Matter?

Why you plateau after a few months โ€” and the simple principle that keeps you making progress for years.

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