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Powerlifting

Ever wonder why powerlifters have big, er, girths? You think that's fat? Not so, not even. Since powerlifting is a low-population sport, it's likely you've never been around powerlifters in training. They don't train in fitness clubs; you won't see any powerlifting at Bally's. Take a look under the surface of this Men's Health article by Stephen Perrine on extreme powerlifting lifestyles.

Great stuff there. Another article on the lighter side of powerlifting: 27 Reasons To Be Big

Visit Powerlifting Watch for links to all the powerlifting federations, upcoming meets, popular powerlifting forums competitive gyms by state and more.

Don't forget to check out the Westside Methods Section:

• Westside Methods

• How do I wrap my knees? (video)

• How do I get into my squat suit?

• How do I get into my shirt?

• You'll find a forum full of powerlifting events scheduled here. Plus maybe find someone to help you get on that bench shirt once you get there.

• If you decide to compete, Rickey Dale Crain has some meet pointers to help you prepare, as does Roger Broeg, here.

• All those federations and rules got you tied in knots? This powerlifting federation comparison chart will help you select the group that's right for you.

• Rickey's got a beefy article on advanced powerlifting techniques, here, and Eric Stone offers this one on cycling your training.

• The numerous powerlifting routines Rickey used throughout the years is examined here.

• American Powerlift Evolution is a who's who in the history of powerlifting, 1900-1985, and a great site for all iron history enthusiasts.

• Want some pointers or some camaraderie? Here's an active, enthusiastic powerlifting forum where you'll be welcomed and then educated.

• Fred Hatfield, aka Dr. Squat, outlines his powerlifting conditioning program, a 12-week conditioning and peaking cycle.

• Curious? This is the video clip of Dr. Squat's world record squat, 1,014 pounds.