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Daily Undulating Periodization for Powerlifting: Complete Programming Guide
guides·16 min read

Daily Undulating Periodization for Powerlifting: Complete Programming Guide

Daily undulating periodization (DUP) for powerlifting. Includes 12-week program templates, intensity zoning, and velocity-based.

DUP·periodization·powerlifting
Why the Bench Press Arch Helps: ROM Reduction, Scapular Stability, and Power Transfer Biomechanics
research·12 min read

Why the Bench Press Arch Helps: ROM Reduction, Scapular Stability, and Power Transfer Biomechanics

A proper thoracic arch shortens ROM by 12-18% and adds 5-8% to your bench 1RM. Here's the scapular retraction mechanics and IMU bar-speed data behind it.

bench press·arch·biomechanics
How to Break a Bench Press Plateau: An 8-Week +10 kg Plan
guides·13 min read

How to Break a Bench Press Plateau: An 8-Week +10 kg Plan

Bench press plateau: diagnose your bench press sticking point, pick targeted accessories, and use VBT to add 10 kg to your bench in 8 weeks.

bench press·plateau·VBT
Sheiko #29 and #17: Russian Powerlifting Beginner-Intermediate Complete Analysis
guides·9 min read

Sheiko #29 and #17: Russian Powerlifting Beginner-Intermediate Complete Analysis

Sheiko #29 and #17 look similar but differ in weekly volume and intensity. See both structures and how to autoregulate with bar velocity instead of RPE.

Sheiko·powerlifting·Russian training
Cambered Bar Squat: Deep ROM Overload Training
exercises·8 min read

Cambered Bar Squat: Deep ROM Overload Training

The cambered bar drops your center of gravity below the bar path, spiking posterior-chain demand at the bottom. Technique, loading, and VBT cues inside.

cambered bar·squat·depth
Bands and Chains Accommodating Resistance: 30% Power Boost Science
guides·9 min read

Bands and Chains Accommodating Resistance: 30% Power Boost Science

How bands and chains optimize the strength curve and boost power output by up to 30%. Setup ratios, velocity zones, and programming templates for squat.

accommodating-resistance·bands·chains
Strength Deficit Diagnosis and Correction: Find and Fix Weak Points
guides·9 min read

Strength Deficit Diagnosis and Correction: Find and Fix Weak Points

A stalled squat, bench, or deadlift usually traces to one sticking point. This guide diagnoses which one and pairs it with the fix that works.

strength deficit·sticking point·weak point
How to Compete in Your First Powerlifting Meet: Complete Guide
how to·8 min read

How to Compete in Your First Powerlifting Meet: Complete Guide

Federation choice, attempt selection, weigh-in timing, and warm-up protocol — a beginner guide covering an 8-to-12-week prep block for your first meet.

powerlifting·competition·first meet
Sumo Deadlift Setup Guide: How It Differs from Conventional
how to·9 min read

Sumo Deadlift Setup Guide: How It Differs from Conventional

Not every lifter suits sumo. This guide gives the body-type fit test, foot-angle protocol, back-angle comparison, and velocity targets to set up right.

sumo deadlift·powerlifting·deadlift technique
Candito 6-Week Strength Program: Intermediate Optimization
guides·9 min read

Candito 6-Week Strength Program: Intermediate Optimization

Jonnie Candito's 6-week periodized strength program. Phase breakdown, exercise selection, modifications, and VBT integration.

candito·powerlifting·periodization
Juggernaut Method: Undulating Volume Programming
guides·10 min read

Juggernaut Method: Undulating Volume Programming

Base, max effort, or speed week — percentages alone don't explain the Juggernaut wave. This breakdown covers the wave logic and adding VBT feedback.

juggernaut method·programming·powerlifting
Deficit Deadlift: Extended ROM for Weak Point Training
exercises·8 min read

Deficit Deadlift: Extended ROM for Weak Point Training

How the deficit deadlift solves floor-pull weakness: extended range of motion mechanics, setup cues, load prescriptions, and VBT monitoring.

deficit-deadlift·range-of-motion·weak-point