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Olympic Weightlifting Belt: How to Choose the Right Belt for Clean, Jerk and Squat Support

Olympic Weightlifting Belt: How to Choose the Right Belt for Clean, Jerk and Squat Support

An Olympic weightlifting belt should support your brace without getting in the way of speed, positioning or movement. In Olympic lifting, the right belt can...

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Starting Weightlifting: A Beginner’s Guide to Training, Technique and Essential Gear

Starting Weightlifting: A Beginner’s Guide to Training, Technique and Essential Gear

Starting weightlifting can feel intimidating at first, but it does not need to be complicated. You do not need to be strong before you begin....

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Weightlifting Diet: How to Eat for Strength, Energy and Recovery

Weightlifting Diet: How to Eat for Strength, Energy and Recovery

A good weightlifting diet should support your training, recovery and long-term health. It does not need to be extreme, complicated or built around cutting out...

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Weightlifting Leg Exercises: The Best Movements for Stronger Squats, Pulls, Cleans and Jerks

Weightlifting Leg Exercises: The Best Movements for Stronger Squats, Pulls, Cleans and Jerks

Strong legs are essential for weightlifting. Whether you are working on your clean, jerk, snatch, squat or general strength, the right lower body exercises can...

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Cool Weightlifting Belts: How to Choose a Belt That Looks Good and Performs Under Pressure

Cool Weightlifting Belts: How to Choose a Belt That Looks Good and Performs Under Pressure

Cool weightlifting belts are not just about how they look. The best belts combine strong support, a secure fit, reliable construction and a design that...

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Knee Sleeve Sizing Guide: For All Knee Sleeves

Knee Sleeve Sizing Guide: For All Knee Sleeves

Finding the right knee sleeve size makes a big difference to how your sleeves feel, perform, and support you in training. A well-fitted knee sleeve...

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Powerlifting Belt Sizing Guide: For All Lifting Belts

Powerlifting Belt Sizing Guide: For All Lifting Belts

Choosing the right lifting belt size is one of the most important steps when buying a powerlifting belt. A well-fitted belt should feel secure, supportive,...

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Weight Lifting Belt Sizing Guide: For All Weightlifting Belts

Weight Lifting Belt Sizing Guide: For All Weightlifting Belts

Choosing the right weight lifting belt size is essential if you want your belt to feel supportive, comfortable, and useful during training. A belt that...

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Lifting Shoes Guide: What They Are, How They Work, and When to Use Them

Lifting Shoes Guide: What They Are, How They Work, and When to Use Them

Lifting shoes are a popular training tool for strength athletes, weightlifters, powerlifters, and gym users who want a more stable base during certain lifts. Unlike...

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