powerlifting

[skookum]

Crossing over & training with real hardcore, competing PL's is a life-changing experience as a BB'er. Hell, you could get hooked and never look back! This is where I truly learned what it meant to dig in deep when it hurts and train w/ 100% intensity every set. My strength & size gains were unmatched at that point. This period of training completely changed my physique forever. I think this is one of the smartest things a young, aspiring BB can do for himself.

If your not familiar, check out DC training too. The basic premise is a powerlifting-based program for BB'ers. I believe that DC coins the phrase "powerbuilding".

 

[Blitzkrieg]

This is a great thread. For the past few years I've been training as a comp BBer, but recently have been leaning more towards powerlifting and was wondering how much of a change I'd be making. Thanks for the links and info guys.

 

[alan1973]

Crossing over & training with real hardcore, competing PL's is a life-changing experience as a BB'er. Hell, you could get hooked and never look back! This is where I truly learned what it meant to dig in deep when it hurts and train w/ 100% intensity every set. My strength & size gains were unmatched at that point. This period of training completely changed my physique forever. I think this is one of the smartest things a young, aspiring BB can do for himself.

If your not familiar, check out DC training too. The basic premise is a powerlifting-based program for BB'ers. I believe that DC coins the phrase "powerbuilding".

however, many a powerlifter have retired to become bodybuilders because their bodies could not handle the stresses. I have officially sworn off deadlift and squat because of injuries and age. I can still get big with many other workouts.

 

[Uluwatu]

however, many a powerlifter have retired to become bodybuilders because their bodies could not handle the stresses. I have officially sworn off deadlift and squat because of injuries and age. I can still get big with many other workouts.

I "retired" from powerlifting after tearing my patella tendon back in late 2003/early 2004.