There are no shortage of World Records falling at the 2023 International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) World Classic Powerlifting Championships. In fact, it almost appears as if the contest has multiple new stars every day during the week of June 11-18. Singaporean powerlifter Farhanna Farid is the latest to throw her hat into the ring. During the tentpole competition…
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The 2023 International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) World Classic Powerlifting Championships have featured a variety of jaw-dropping performances from a few household names like Chapon and Connor. The latest record stunner in Valletta, Malta, belongs to young star powerlifter Brian Le. During the global contest taking place on June 11-18, 2023, Le successfully deadlifted 300.5 kilograms (662.5 pounds) raw…
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On June 11, 2023, teenage powerlifter Morgan Nicholls shared an Instagram clip of himself scoring a raw 238.1-kilogram (525-pound) bench press during a training session. According to the caption of the 16-year-old athlete’s post, the upper body feat marked a personal record (PR) for the competitor. Nicholls wore wrist wraps for his press — which would be considered…
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While squats are the king choice for leg day, they’re also the bane of many lifters’ existence. Some people simply don’t squat due to negligent programming while they bias toward relatively easier upper body training. Others might not squat because they’ve never learned proper technique and they can’t get comfortable with the movement.  If you’re in either of…
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