Resources

Starting a new sport can be both exciting and daunting, especially if you're new to powerlifting. With so much information available online, it can be overwhelming to know where to begin. Our goal is to be a resource for lifters so we're compiling some free resources here for anyone interested in competing or taking their strength to the next level.

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Useful Links

We've provided some links below that might be useful if you compete or want to compete in USA Powerlifting (USAPL). The USAPL calendar allows you to filter meets by state and competition levels to find upcoming meets. If you need a USAPL membership or need to renew your membership, that link is also provided below.

Finally, we wanted to provide a comprehensive meet day guide to competing in USAPL. Our meet day guide covers rules of competition, equipment, what to expect, and more.

Meet Day Guide

USAPL Calendar

USAPL Membership

Articles

We've done our best to summarize and organize what we've learned and taught over the years. Hopefully these articles will be helpful to anyone who is trying to learn more about powerlifting, competing, and strength training in general.

5 Quick Tips for Your First Powerlifting Meet

If you're new to powerlifting and thinking about competing in your first meet, this guide is for you. We'll cover everything you need to know to prepare, from selecting a meet, to training and nutrition, to what to expect on meet day.

Choosing the Right Gym for Your Fitness Goals

Choosing the right gym can be a daunting task, especially with so many options available. In this article, we'll compare commercial gyms to private gyms, and provide tips on how to select the gym that's best for your fitness goals.

Setting and Achieving Your Fitness Goals in the New Year

The start of a new year is the perfect time to set new goals and start fresh. Let's explore the importance of goal setting and habit creation for achieving fitness and health goals in the new year.