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Powerlifting Nutrition With Keith Odell
This episode is jam packed with intriguing nutrition info, specifically for powerlifters! Keith Odell drops knowledge on us all episode on how to properly fuel your performance in the gym and on the platform. Which...
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Training & Competing Single Lift
How does training for a single lift compare to training for full power? Does someone who only competes in bench press have it easier than someone who competed in squat, bench, AND deadlift? We discuss this on todays...
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Develop A Simple Approach To Progress
Often times the reason we struggle to make improvements in our technique is because we try to do too much at once! Technique cannot be taught or learned in bunches. Developing a simplified approach by cueing yourself...
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Training Work Ethic And Time Management
Has your progress stagnated recently in training? It may not have anything to do with your program or lack of technique... It could be your approach to training. Ask yourself, are you giving training your full effort?...
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Bench Shirt VS Raw Lifting
Many are unfamiliar with what a "Bench Shirt" actually is. This episode is all about introducing the bench shirt for those unfamiliar, and describing the differences between shirted lifting and raw lifting. Whether...
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Training Session Breakdown And Coach Ben's Top Exercises
In this episode we delve into the programming side of bench training a little bit. Are you a lifter who goes into the gym and "wings" it? Sure you can make some good progress like that initially but eventually you'll...
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22 Pro Benchers, 1 Bench, Last Man Standing Recap
Last weekend 22 world class pro multi-ply benchers gathered at LeXen Extreme in Ohio for a Last Man Standing Arnold Classic qualifying event. Who walked away last man standing? What does this mean for the Arnold Bench...
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Interview w/ Big Benchas Athlete Zach Jones
Our online lifter Zach Jones travels to New York from Oklahoma to train at Big Benchas HQ. We sat down with Zach after and talked about his experience since joining our team and how our online coaching program has...
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Outlets For Educating Yourself As A Lifter / Coach
What is the best way to learn more about lifting if you're a powerlifter? Or coaching if you're a coach? There's a ton of great information out there and knowing how to access that information gives you great power....
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Interview With Top Ranked Lightweight Powerlifter Sean Fagan
This is an entertaining and insightful conversation with my buddy Sean Fagan. He was a top ten 165 lb class lifter a few years back and has since dropped down to compete at a high level within the 148 lb class. Sean...
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The Importance Of Training Partners
A good training partner is perhaps your most impactful tool for becoming a great lifter! Iron sharpens iron and we all get stronger by pushing each other to new levels! What makes a good training partner? What's...
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Social Media And Lifting
Social Media has rocked the way we look at strength sports. Suddenly we see what our competition is doing, what our favorite lifters are up to, and everyone is accessible for knowledge. We discuss how social media has...
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