Written by: Kevin Cann One of the PPS lifters asked a fantastic question last night and I think this is a good topic to discuss today. He asked about adding in more accessory work. This being bodybuilding type exercises at the end of a training session. First, we take a lot of singles. However, we are not Westside and we differ from them very much. Our day 1 will be max effort squats, Read More
Written by: Kevin Cann I am beginning a Strength School with PPS. This is an educational/classroom type thing where we will cover all of the basics in strength training and the theory of PPS. Some do not have access to equipment right now and some have access to very limited pieces of equipment. It is important that everyone understands the basics of strength training with these limitations. This is how we make Read More
We have created a webpage dedicated to the ongoing updates for COVID-19. Please go here: https://www.usapowerlifting.com/covid-19-updates/ Read More
USA Powerlifting COVID-19 Update for Upcoming Events March 14, 2020 High School NationalsUSA Powerlifting will be postponing the 2020 USA Powerlifting High School National Championships following Texas Governor Gregg Abbott’s Emergency Declaration. The rescheduled date of the Championships is June 30th – July 2nd 2020, in Killeen Texas. Championship Director and Vice President of USA Powerlifting, Johnny Graham, is working hard to reorganize the event and to communicate with all athletes and coaches. More details Read More
USA Powerlifting Postpones 2020 Collegiate National Powerlifting Championships March 13, 2020 Anchorage, Alaska – USA Powerlifting will be postponing the 2020 USA Powerlifting Collegiate National Championships after the Pennsylvania State Government announced a ban on large events. Originally scheduled for April 3, 2020 in State College, Pennsylvania, a new event date is still being explored at this time. This decision has been made with the health and safety of USA Powerlifting members, volunteers, and supporters Read More
Anchorage, Alaska – USA Powerlifting, the largest powerlifting organization in the United States, hosted 7 competitions with 255 athletes from across the United States and internationally this past weekend at The Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus Ohio, the largest multi-sport festival in the world. For the 13th year in a row the organization hosted the premiere powerlifting competition, giving away over $45,000 in cash prizes in the process. This year marked the first year that Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 9, 2020 Regarding the Novel COVID-19 Virus and USA Powerlifting Events USA Powerlifting will continue on with its scheduled sanctioned events in 2020. The Executive Committee is closely monitoring the CDC, Federal, and state and local government guidance on the Novel Coronavirus. Members, volunteers, and supporters who feel ill are encouraged to stay at home and not join the large groups of people at events. All members, volunteers, and supporters should Read More
Northeastern Men’s Club and Women’s Club Powerlifting is a student-run organization that strives to provide a motivating, safe, and fun environment for collegiate powerlifting. Over the years the NUPL has produced many collegiate, national, and international champions in the sport of powerlifting. We are proud of our members and hope to keep the momentum going. This year we are heading to Collegiate Nationals in State College, Pennsylvania! For many of our members, National’s is the Read More
Athletes and Coaches,Thank you for your participation in this event. I just wanted to post some updates regarding the event. All equipment (wraps, belts, singlets) must conform to the standards outlined in the USA Powerlifting Rule Book (https://www.usapowerlifting.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/USAPL-Rulebook-v2019.5.pdf ). As a High School athlete lifting in a High School Meet you are allowed to wear Form Fitting Shorts and T-Shirt instead of a singlet, in this case, your t-shirt must be tucked into your shorts before stepping onto the Read More
All current USA Powerlifting Master members are invited to nominate candidates for the 2020 Masters Hall of Fame. Masters Hall of Fame Nomination 2020 The recipient shall be a current or former USA Powerlifting member in good standing. The award is based on outstanding performance or service in the masters category. The award nominations are open to athletes, coaches, officials, and administrators. Nominations will close on March 15, 2020 at 10pm MST. Read More