Powerlifting and strongman are both strength sports that involve lifting heavy weights, but they have distinct differences in terms of competition format, events, and training focus. Here's an overview of each sport:
Powerlifting:
Events: Powerlifting consists of three primary lifts...
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Many popular strength training programs involve "straight sets" which involve multiple sets with the same weight.
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However, such programs usually involve a very high number of reps in reserve for the early sets, in order for all sets to be completed successfully. This means that although the...
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