AJ Roberts
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Q. What is the single biggest bench-press mistake that people make with regard to their form?
A. The most common mistake I see people make is with their setup. They simply lie down on the bench and pay little attention as to where to place their feet or how to
QUESTION: I know bodybuilders have to manipulate their diet before they compete, but do powerlifters do anything differently with their diet before a meet?
ANSWER: At the top level most lifters are cutting between 10-30 lbs the
QUESTION: What is Westside training?
ANSWER: The Westside Method (also known as the Conjugate Method) was developed by Louie Simmons. It’s a combination of training methodologies based on the Bulgarian system, the Russian
Q. What are the top supplements you’ve seen used in powerlifting (by ingredient)?
A. Protein is the top seller, for sure. Personally, I like a blend of whey, casein, and egg proteins. With the amount of calories you have to take in, it’s nearly impossible
Q. What’s the purpose of smelling salts in powerlifting, and are they effective?
A. Smelling salts contain Ammonium Carbonate which clears the mind and helps you focus on the task at hand when you snort them. These come in real handy when a meet lasts nine or
Q. Are there any other performance enhancement aids used at meets (inhalants, EpiPens, adrenaline, etc.)?
A. I’ve heard rumors of adrenaline use but honestly have never seen it myself. One thing I am seeing more of and have started to experiment with is pure
