Hey guys! This is Episode 1 of my Powerlifting Basics series: how you can start powerlifting/ how to powerlift! I go over the fundamentals of strength training, what is powerlifting, who can powerlift, programming, muscle groups, and my biggest tips for beginners! Hope you guys enjoy it!

Check out my other videos in my Powerlifting Basics series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXQtjhwy_C_Myr3S9GgymHGU6unWBluLL

Timestamps:
00:00 intro of this video & series
01:14 disclaimer
My 2 year powerlifting journey: https://youtu.be/y-HQsZva_2I
01:49 what is powerlifting and who can powerlift?
03:26 muscle groups + exercises for each
05:35 programing: hypertrophy phase
my favorite exercises for each muscle group: https://youtu.be/O-6hhCPXTD8
07:46 programing: coach + powerlifting program
Free TSA programs (I highly recommend these): https://www.thestrengthathlete.com/freebies
10:12 progressive overload
10:49 do your research!
11:42 gym equipment
My home gym setup: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXQtjhwy_C_OazbNV_iXfdBg1m4mXUDpe
12:34 start light & focus on form! (+ some words of encouragement)
13:11 MY BIGGEST TIP FOR GOOD FORM = VIDEO YOURSELF LIFTING!
14:15 how to take a video without your music stopping
15:06 recovery!
16:10 outro

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My 3 Year Squat Transformation (95 high box squat to 287 comp squat): https://youtu.be/DeQtQKR4ITE

My 2 Year Powerlifting Transformation (bar to 660 total): https://youtu.be/y-HQsZva_2I

DIY Combo Rack + Bench: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXQtjhwy_C_OazbNV_iXfdBg1m4mXUDpe

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