Todd’s Powerlifting Tips: Your Guide to Strength Success
As Future Fitness’s Expert Powerlifter and the UK’s #1 ranked powerlifter in the 67.5kg category, unbeaten between 2016-2023, I’m excited to share my insights on starting your powerlifting journey. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to compete, these tips will help you build a solid foundation.
Getting Started with Powerlifting
- Master the Big Three
- Focus on perfecting your squat, bench press, and deadlift
- Start with lighter weights to develop proper form
- Record your lifts to analyse technique
- Learn proper bracing and breathing mechanics
- Build Your Foundation
- Begin with a basic strength programme
- Focus on progressive overload
- Train a minimum of 3-4 times per week
- Prioritise recovery between sessions
Improving Your Technique
- Squat Tips
- Keep your core tight throughout the movement
- Drive through your heels
- Maintain a neutral spine
- Break at the hips and knees simultaneously
- Bench Press Essentials
- Create a stable base with proper foot positioning
- Retract your shoulder blades
- Keep your glutes engaged
- Control the eccentric phase
- Deadlift Fundamentals
- Set up close to the bar
- Create tension before lifting
- Keep the bar close to your body
- Drive through the floor
Entering Competitions
- Competition Preparation
- Ask me for advice on finding local meets
- Be sure to select the right category for you
- Familiarise yourself with competition rules
- Practice commands and competition-style lifts
- Meet Day Success
- Bring essential equipment (belt, shoes, singlet)
- Choose conservative opening attempts
- Stay focused between attempts
How I Can Help
At Future Fitness, I offer specialised powerlifting coaching services:
- One-to-one technique analysis
- Customised programming
- Competition preparation
- Nutrition guidance for strength athletes
Having competed at the highest levels, including the Olympia in the USA, I understand what it takes to succeed in powerlifting. Whether you’re aiming to break records or simply want to get stronger, my experience can help guide you toward your goals.
Ready to start your powerlifting journey? Book a consultation with me at Future Fitness, and let’s discuss how we can transform your strength goals into reality.
Remember: Every champion started as a beginner. The key is to start with proper form, stay consistent, and progressively build your strength. Looking forward to helping you on your powerlifting journey!