Ernie Lilliebridge Sr. : no belt, no wraps, a lot of strength

Tweet* by Ernie Lilliebridge Sr
1-25-16
4th and final squat training session of:
"NO BELT, NO WRAPS!"
My 3 working sets:
1. 275kg/605lbs
2. 297.5kg/655lbs
3. 320kg/705lbs PR!


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Ernie Lilliebridge Sr. : no belt, no wraps, a lot of strength

On Iowa Caucus eve, top candidates attack but express cautious optimism about winning

TweetThe first major test for the 2016 presidential candidates is now just hours away with the Iowa Caucus on Monday -- its outcome a likely sign of whether front-running Democrat Hillary Clinton and Republican Donald Trump can hold their leads or if the unpredictable and often-angry electorate has other plans.

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On Iowa Caucus eve, top candidates attack but express cautious optimism about winning

Cruz campaign criticized over mailers sent to potential Iowa voters

TweetThe campaign for Republican presidential contender Ted Cruz was slammed on Saturday because of a mailer that was sent out to potential Iowa voters that seemed designed to look like an official notice warning recipients about “low voter turnout in your area.”

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Cruz campaign criticized over mailers sent to potential Iowa voters

From Ali to the Gracies, Casey surrounded by greatness

TweetKevin Casey remembers the day like it was yesterday, as anybody would. It’s not every day that you meet “The Greatest,” Muhammad Ali, but this wasn’t a gym visit from the legendary heavyweight champion or a media event. It was Thanksgiving, and he was about to be in the same room with the man who was going to be his father-in-law for the first time.“It was this unbelievable feeling,” Casey said. “It was hard to even look directly at him. I literally felt the energy coming off of him.”Soon, Casey and Ali were sitting together, watching fight tapes ... Read the Full Article Here

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From Ali to the Gracies, Casey surrounded by greatness

805x2 Raw Squat w/wraps (220)

TweetHere is Tee in one of his recent training sessions :
Squats: 685, 750, 800, 805x2 (PR)
Deficit Stiff Leg DL: 650x2 (PR)
XPC Finals and SPF Own The Day


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805x2 Raw Squat w/wraps (220)

Clinton, Sanders camps agree to more debates, DNC has yet to give OK

TweetThe campaigns of Democratic presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Sen. Bernie Sanders have reportedly agreed to four additional debates, including one Thursday in New Hampshire before the state’s Feb. 9 primary.

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Clinton, Sanders camps agree to more debates, DNC has yet to give OK

Neer talks Victory FC main event on UFC FIGHT PASS Friday

TweetJosh Neer is no talker. He’s a fighter. But for one night in December of 2013, he put the two together as he fought Anthony Smith in a Victory Fighting Championship bout in Ralston, Nebraska.“He’s a cocky guy and he kind of thinks he’s the man, so I just wanted to let him know that he’s not,” Neer said of the running conversation between he and Smith before “The Dentist” ended his opponent’s night via submission in the third round. “I wanted him to know that I’m gonna be there the whole night, and that’s the same way it&rs ... Read the Full Article Here

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Neer talks Victory FC main event on UFC FIGHT PASS Friday

2015 Male Lifter Of The Year

Tweet2015 Male Lifter Of The Year:
Maliek Derstine
Tony Conyers
Eric Lilliebridge
Jessie Norris
Andrey Malanichev
Zahir Khudayarov
Jeremy Hamilton






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2015 Male Lifter Of The Year

US warship sails near South China Sea island claimed by China

TweetA US Navy destroyer sailed within 12 nautical miles or within the territorial waters of an island claimed by China in the South China Sea, in a sign of increasing tension in the region days after Secretary of State John Kerry visited Beijing attempting to settle long standing territorial disputes. Taiwan and Vietnam also have claims to the island as well.

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US warship sails near South China Sea island claimed by China

Male and Female Lifters of 2015 Nominations are now closed

TweetOk the nominations are now closed and voting will begin tomorrow! There were a ton of nominations! Instead of 5 each I had to go with 7 each.. There were just too many to end at 5. Some did not make it because I used the top 7 with the MOST nominations. The winners will receive prizes disclosed once the polls are over. POLL WILL BE POSTED 1/29/16 (TOMORROW) and will run for 7 days.


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Male and Female Lifters of 2015 Nominations are now closed

Exclusive photos from the 2016 Fox News-Google Republican presidential debate

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Exclusive photos from the 2016 Fox News-Google Republican presidential debate

Confident Randy Brown unfazed by sudden fame

TweetFunny what an appearance on the “Dana White: Lookin’ for a Fight” show can do. For Sage Northcutt, it was the springboard to the UFC and a FOX-televised main card fight this Saturday in New Jersey.Joining “Super Sage” on the card is the second fighter to be discovered on the show, but Randy Brown – who faces Matt Dwyer on UFC FIGHT PASS at Prudential Center – isn’t overwhelmed by his instant celebrity status. // “I wouldn’t say instant celebrity,” Brown laughs. “It’s still pretty normal, which is coo ... Read the Full Article Here

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Confident Randy Brown unfazed by sudden fame

Rachel Allbaugh presses 225 in training @133 lbs bwt

TweetRachel Allbaugh is currently training for the upcoming April 17th UPA Powerlifting National Championship qualifying meet in Dubuque, IA. Qualifying meet for the UPA Wings of Strength Women's Pro Meet in Tinley Park, IL. Rachel is ranked #1 in the 123 lb class on the powerlifting watch current women's rankings and #2 on the all-time historical women's rankings. More information can be found on her Facebook page TheRachelAllbaughRevolution


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Rachel Allbaugh presses 225 in training @133 lbs bwt

2016 US Open

TweetRevolution Powerlifting Syndicate (RPS) is pleased to announce that it is now the sanctioning federation for the 2016 US Open! The meet will be hosted by world reknown powerlifter Gracie V and her partner Russell Kern, April 23, at California Elite Training Center in San Diego, CA. Cash awards will be given for each all-time world record and for best overall multi-ply and raw lifter.


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Fight Night Newark Fantasy Preview

TweetThe next challenger for the light heavyweight crown could be determined this weekend, as Anthony "Rumble" Johnson takes on Ryan Bader in a pivotal main event that headlines the UFC's return to FOX on Saturday night. Johnson fell short in his last bid to take the belt this past May, but he returned with a huge win over Jimi Manuwa to get right back in line for another potential title shot. To get there, Rumble is going to have to go through Bader, who is currently riding a five-fight win streak that includes a victory over former champion Rashad Evans at UFC 192. Also on the card, Josh Barnett ... Read the Full Article Here

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Fight Night Newark Fantasy Preview

Brandon Allen walks out and squats 937lbs at the 2016 USPA American Cup (LA Fit Expo)

TweetBrandon Allen, sponsored by Apeman Strong,
walking out and smashing a 937
pound squat at the American Cup


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Brandon Allen walks out and squats 937lbs at the 2016 USPA American Cup (LA Fit Expo)

Dustin Ortiz ready to cement comeback in Newark

TweetFresh from an impressive third-round knockout of Willie Gates in August and eager to add to his win total this Saturday in Newark against Wilson Reis, flyweight contender Dustin Ortiz has a simple mantra for 2016 and beyond.“Sign me up for five fights a year,” he said. “Let’s do it.”He’s not kidding either, and he has the track record to prove it. In the Franklin, Tennessee product’s first year as a pro in 2010, he fought six times, and if you’re going from November of 2013, when he made his UFC debut by defeating Jose Maria, to November of 2014, ... Read the Full Article Here

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Dustin Ortiz ready to cement comeback in Newark

David Braaten Breaks 1900

TweetHere is another one Josh Bryant's clients David Braaten hitting 1900 Raw at 275 at the UPA nationals Saturday this was a HUGE PR for him, had never cracked 1800 yet!
804 Squat, 429 Bench, 666 Dead


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David Braaten Breaks 1900

Secret to success: Inside look at Sage Northcutt's fighting style

TweetUndefeated Sage Northcutt was finally in some danger in his second UFC fight. But the young Texan was able to overcome an early takedown by Cody Pfister before pulling off his seventh-straight professional finish.Northcutt, who will fight for the third time in the UFC at Fight Night Newark against Bryan Barberena on Jan. 30, has quickly become one of the hottest names in the sport. He combines speed, athleticism and rare technical proficiency for his age like no other prospect in the game with only seven pro fights.Up next for Super Sage: Bryan Barberena in Newark | Get tickets for t ... Read the Full Article Here

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Secret to success: Inside look at Sage Northcutt's fighting style

Kevin Oak : And the new....

TweetIn the last year the 220 class has been on fire! The Boss Dan Green was undisputed until the ever present threat Jeremy Hamilton took the spot light and the record away! Now months later, in the new year 2016 Kevin Oak has claimed ownership of the 220 wrapped record! At the USPA LA Fit Expo American Cup the OAK went 843 518 766 to total 2,127 pounds!!!


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Kevin Oak : And the new....

The season for giving – RPS’s Second Annual Lump of Coal

TweetOn Sunday, December 13, 2015 at Gil’s Gym in Palmer, MA, Revolution Powerlifting Syndicate and RPS New England hosted the second annual Lump of Coal Powerlifting meet.
The push/pull event featured no trophies being handed out and no t-shirts commemorating the day. Instead, all of the participating lifters had their registration fees donated to the Shriners’ Hospital for Children in Springfield, MA to bring forth the true spirit of holiday giving. In total, the event raised $5,563!


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The season for giving – RPS’s Second Annual Lump of Coal

Coy, Webb Meet in the Steel City

TweetAmerican Top Team standout Nathan Coy has accepted the call to face off with Jonavin Webb in UFC Fight Night action at Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh on Sunday, Feb. 21.The welterweight bout came together after Webb's original opponent, Bryan Barberena, stepped up to face Sage Northcutt in Newark on Jan. 30 in place of the injured Andrew Northcutt.Coy, who has won six of his last eight, will be seeking his first UFC win against New Jersey's Webb, who has an identical goal in his second Octagon bout.In the UFC Fight Night main event, which airs live on FOX Sports 1, Donald Cerrone moves up ... Read the Full Article Here

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Coy, Webb Meet in the Steel City

Brisbane, London cards get new fights

TweetFight fans in London and Brisbane will be treated to several interesting matchups shortly, as bouts on both cards have been recently made official.On February 27 at London's O2 Arena, hometown hero Brad Pickett has had a change of opponents, as Mexico's Henry Briones has been forced out of the bout due to injury. Stepping in for what may be an even more explosive matchup is 135-pound knockout artist Francisco Rivera.The UFC's return to Brisbane on March 19 will see Australia's own "Rowdy" Bec Rawlings fight in her home country for the second consecutive time when she faces South Korean MMA pio ... Read the Full Article Here

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Brisbane, London cards get new fights

**************************REMINDER NASA MISSOURI OPEN AND HIGH SCHOOL STATE COM\ING UP JANUARY 23!!!!*****

TweetThis is a friendly reminder that the NASA Missouri Open and High School State is coming up this Saturday January 23rd at McAuley High School, 930 Pearl, Joplin, MO.
A $5.00 late fee is now in effect
Official Weigh-In Times
Friday (Early Weigh-Ins) 7-8 PM: All Women & Men
Saturday (Regular Weigh-Ins) 8-9 AM: All Women & Men


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**************************REMINDER NASA MISSOURI OPEN AND HIGH SCHOOL STATE COM\ING UP JANUARY 23!!!!*****

Mickey Gall determined not to waste 'Golden Tikcet' at UFc 196

TweetWE’VE seen and heard these stories before.Charlie Bucket found the 'Golden Ticket' to Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory, and Rocky Balboa was plucked from obscurity to challenge Apollo Creed.But those stories came from the realm of fantasy. In the case of New Jersey native Mickey Gall, it’s all very real.Gall made his professional MMA debut last November at a regional event called Dead Serious 17 in Philadelphia, registering his first win with an impressive rear-naked choke finish of Ron Templeton.To read more click here Read the Full Article Here

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Mickey Gall determined not to waste 'Golden Tikcet' at UFc 196

LA FitExpo Meet Prep 3 Days Of Bench Training M-Town MONSTA

TweetI Show The Ups & Downs In My Bench Training For USPA LA FitExpo American Cup Pro Powerlifting Invitational Meet, I'm In The SHW Class With Some Of The Best Lifter In The United States I Gotta Bring My A Game To The Platform In Just 4 Day My Big Day Is Here Sunday January 24 At The LA Convention Center


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LA FitExpo Meet Prep 3 Days Of Bench Training M-Town MONSTA

Tyson Makes His Octagon® Debut in EA Sports UFC 2

TweetREDWOOD CITY, Calif. – January 20, 2016 – One of the most iconic athletes of all time is coming to EA SPORTS™ UFC® 2. Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) announced today that Mike Tyson will make his mixed martial arts debut as an unlockable fighter when the game comes out starting March 15, 2016. Fans who pre-order EA SPORTS UFC 2 will get instant day-one access to Tyson, and all players can unlock him by progressing in the game and making it to the Hall of Fame in Career Mode. The former undisputed heavyweight boxing champion of the world packs the strongest punching powe ... Read the Full Article Here

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Tyson Makes His Octagon® Debut in EA Sports UFC 2

Leonid Zhabotinsky, Strongman for the Ages, Dies at 77

TweetLeonid Zhabotinsky, a record-breaking Ukrainian-born Soviet weight lifter who picked up Olympic gold medals in 1964 and 1968 and was Arnold Schwarzenegger’s teenage idol, died on Thursday in Zaporozhye, Ukraine. He was 77.
His death was announced by his son Ruslan, who did not specify a cause, according to the International Weightlifing Federation.


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Leonid Zhabotinsky, Strongman for the Ages, Dies at 77

Susan Salazar: opener for birthday

TweetAll time record holder Susan Salazar
spent her birthday
setting her opener for the 2016
USPA American Cup at the LA Fit Expo.


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Susan Salazar: opener for birthday

Fight Night Dillashaw vs. Cruz final results

TweetWho were the winners at UFC Fight Night: Dillashaw vs. Cruz? Click below to get the results for all the fights at TD Garden in Boston on Sunday, Jan. 17, 2016.Dillashaw vs. Cruz | Pettis vs. Alvarez | Browne vs. Mitrione | Pearson vs. Trinaldo | Cote vs. Saunders | Boetsch vs. Herman | Wade vs Baghdad | Blanco vs. Sanders | Felder vs. Cruickshank | Latifi vs. O’Connell | Rosa vs. Bochniak | Font vs. Gomez | Barroso vs MutapcicUFC Fight Night: Dillashaw vs. Cruz main cardBantamweight Championship fight: Dominick Cruz defeats TJ Dillashaw In a razor-close fight that had many cringe ... Read the Full Article Here

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Fight Night Dillashaw vs. Cruz final results

Fixing Your 'Fail at the Chest' Bench Press

Tweet* by Swede Burns - Jan 08, 2016
I know my readers. I know you. Maybe not as well as your mother knows you, and maybe not in the biblical sense (well, maybe some of you), but I know you.
I know your struggles.


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Fixing Your 'Fail at the Chest' Bench Press

Invicta FC 15: Cyborg closes out exciting night in impressive fashion

TweetCristiane “Cyborg” Justino continued her dominant ways at The Hangar at the OC Fair and Event Center in Costa Mesa, California on Saturday night, patiently waiting to find her opening before blasting Daria Ibragimova with a heavy right hand in the final seconds of the first round to retain her featherweight title in the main event of Invicta FC 15 seen live on UFC FIGHT PASS. The challenger started the bout smiling and dove in on a single leg early, but Cyborg was able to defend and maintain her balance on one foot, peppering Ibragimova with short shots along the fence. When the fi ... Read the Full Article Here

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Invicta FC 15: Cyborg closes out exciting night in impressive fashion

Dean Bennett Passes

TweetAs posted in Ben Tatar's Facebook
"RIP Dean Bennett who passed away yesterday on the day of my birthday. Dean has been a very close friend of mine for a long time. Dean has interviewed me at fitness conventions many times and away from them. People will always remember Dean for his optimism, goofiness, insight, inspiration, young heart and his ability to have fun anywhere. He was also a humanitarian and a philanthropist for charity events such as relentless and HopeKids. I have lots of funny memories with Dean from fooling around with Sumo Wrestlers to going out to Buffett restaurants with him and the biggest weight lifting monsters in the world! All the buffets were clearly cleared out and we have had tons of wild memories. Dean I'm glad we made history and you have made a huge impact in my life and the life of many others. Dean wants us to continue training, having fun and loving! In an angelical hardcore form, Dean doesn't want us suffer from his loss, but he wants us to continue his legacy by living throughout our most eudemonic hardcore numinous unlimited most kick ass highest fun loving unstoppable pure spirited personal record breaking and our most authentic balls to the wall no holds bared maximum self! Thank you Dean for making the lives of all much greater. ."


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Dean Bennett Passes

'Showtime' ready to take over once again

TweetBOSTONAnthony Pettis couldn’t help but notice his team and loved ones watching in agony as he was transported to the hospital following his UFC 185 loss to Rafael dos Anjos.Pettis, usually the one starring in the spotlight, fell off the mountain top that night, losing his title and his status among the UFC elite.The shock of it all was unlike anything he had every experienced. // “I never got punched in the face in a fight like that,” Pettis said at Ultimate Media Day on Thursday afternoon. “I’ve never had to go to a doctor after a fight and get m ... Read the Full Article Here

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'Showtime' ready to take over once again

Daniel Tinajero preps for the FPO/IPA Record Breakers Powerlifting Meet with a very slow bench press..

TweetWe're back again to Daniel Tinajero prepping for the FPO/IPA Record Breakers Powerlifting Meet ( Savonlinna, Finland, January 30, 2016). This time with a very, very slow bench press. According to him, he was waiting for this lift since 3:30AM. Powerlifters being powerlifters.


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Daniel Tinajero preps for the FPO/IPA Record Breakers Powerlifting Meet with a very slow bench press..

Dillashaw: I'm going to retire him

TweetBOSTON — TJ Dillashaw and Dominick Cruz weren’t always feuding. The trash talk between them in recent months wasn’t the norm. Being rivals for Sunday night’s UFC bantamweight title fight at TD Garden, however, changed the equation. “I’ve always been super respectful with the guy and pretty easy going with each other, but once the fight got announced, he turned into someone else,” Dillashaw said Thursday at UFC Fight Night Boston media day at The Westin Copley Place. “He turned into a little trash talker and a little disrespectful, you know, but h ... Read the Full Article Here

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Dillashaw: I'm going to retire him

A mature Ross Pearson is ready to make a run at the title

TweetAs a 17-fight veteran of the UFC, lightweight Ross Pearson probably could have called up UFC matchmaker Joe Silva and asked to have his bout against Francisco Trinaldo moved from Boston this Sunday to London next month. But “The Real Deal” is just fine with a trip to Beantown.“I don’t know what it is about going home,” laughs Sunderland native Pearson, whose last two visits to the United Kingdom haven’t exactly gone so well. “I had the Melvin (Guillard) accident happen with the no contest, and I had the Evan Dunham fight, which wasn’t really a fi ... Read the Full Article Here

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A mature Ross Pearson is ready to make a run at the title

SPF Bar Benders on the Bay 2016

Tweet"IronHorse Powerlifting and Rocks Discount Vitamins and More present the SPF Bar Benders on the Bay 2016 Powerlifting Meet in Corpus Christi, Texas on March 12, at the Emerald Beach Hotel, sponsored by Titan Support Systems, Powerlifting Watch, McDonalds, Armadillo Chiropractic, Emerald Beach Hotel, and Pure Energy Fitness. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to compete for CASH and vacation on the beautiful Corpus Christi Bay! Big cash prizes at this meet - one of the only cash meets in the country so don't miss out! Get your registration in early to reserve your spot, entries will be capped. For more information contact Ramey Benfield at SPFTexas@gmail.com."


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SPF Bar Benders on the Bay 2016

Daniel Tinajero preps for the FPO/IPA Record Breakers Powerlifting Meet

TweetMulti-champion and record holder Daniel Tinajero is on his way to Finland. He is another lifter to represent the USA at the FPO/IPA Record Breakers Powerlifting Meet, in Savonlinna, Finland, January 30, 2016.
Here you can see him performing a 500lbs beltless front squat.


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Daniel Tinajero preps for the FPO/IPA Record Breakers Powerlifting Meet

Talking Kids and Powerlifting with James “Pit bull” Searcy

Tweet* A Powerlifting Watch Exclusive by John Greaves III
Despite research indicating that strength training is not only safe but desirable for young people many parents are concerned about their children training with weights. That concern increases if the child is exposed to powerlifting through an older relative or maybe a CrossFit gym event. I talked to top ten Super Heavyweight, James “Pit Bull” Searcy about his opinion on the issue as both an athlete with thirty-six years in the sport and a coach to younger athletes.


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Talking Kids and Powerlifting with James “Pit bull” Searcy

Felder promising fireworks Sunday on FIGHT PASS

TweetPaul Felder has a blunt response when asked about having his back up against the wall heading into this weekend’s matchup with Daron Cruickshank in Boston on UFC FIGHT PASS.“If this is the last fight I ever have, people are going to remember it; that’s what I’m telling you. If it’s my time to be cut, #$%$ it, but you’re not going to want to after I’m done in the cage, win or lose.” Don’t miss Paul Felder vs. Daron Cruickshank this Sunday! Join UFC FIGHT PASS and watch the early prelims at 6:00 pm ETIt doesn’t get more honest and ... Read the Full Article Here

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Felder promising fireworks Sunday on FIGHT PASS

Chris Duffin does whiskey shots while spotting Leroy Walker on 425&515 paused reps

TweetAnother crazy day of training with the
Mad Scientist Aka Chris Duffin
& The DUFFALO bar


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Chris Duffin does whiskey shots while spotting Leroy Walker on 425&515 paused reps

Wiser Pettis ready to begin climb after title loss

TweetFormer UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis is a changed man. He can still jump off the cage and kick someone in the head, can submit fighters who don’t make a habit of getting submitted, and, at 28, he may not even be in his prime yet.Yet as he prepares his Sunday co-main event against Eddie Alvarez in Boston, he’s not the same person he was when he fought Rafael dos Anjos in March of 2015, a bout that cost him his 155-pound title. // “I think I definitely changed a little bit already,” he said. “I’m more mature. When I first got to the ... Read the Full Article Here

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Wiser Pettis ready to begin climb after title loss

Two changes to Boston card

TweetTwo changes to this Sunday's UFC Fight Night event at TD Garden in Boston have taken place, with Mairbek Taisumov and Abdul-Kerim Edilov both being forced off the card.Stepping in for Taisumov to face Chris Wade in a lightweight bout is Mehdi Baghdad, most recently seen as a competitor on season 22 of The Ultimate Fighter.In the light heavyweight division, Iowa veteran Elvis Mutapcic will make his UFC debut against Brazil's Francimar Barroso as he replaces Edilov.The FOX Sports 1-televised event is headlined by the UFC bantamweight title fight pitting TJ Dillashaw against Dominick C ... Read the Full Article Here

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Two changes to Boston card

Kevin Oak Squatting 824

TweetHere's Kevin squatting
824 lbs in training!


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Kevin Oak Squatting 824

All Time Record Reminder For 2016

TweetThis is just a reminder that any all time record attempts must be done on calibrated plates or certified weighed plates. Gym plates will not count for All Time records. This only effects All Time records. This rule was polled and voted by the lifters in favor of this rule to take effect on January 1st 2016.


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Marine Gomez looks forward to UFC debut

TweetThe newest member of the bantamweight roster isn’t too concerned with the first-time UFC jitters hitting him during his debut against Rob Font on Jan. 17. Joey Gomez has been through worse trials than having a fellow athlete trying to punch him in the face.“I’ve had people hunting me,” the United States Marine Corps veteran said. “I’ve had people trying to kill me, putting bombs on the side of the road to blow me up.”Don't miss the action: Get tickets | Watch Font-Gomez on UFC FIGHT PASSTwo tours in Iraq will make what happens on fight night ... Read the Full Article Here

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Marine Gomez looks forward to UFC debut

"Neither Darkness nor Gravity shall prevail"

Tweet* by Frank Westall , from the facebook group USA Powerlifters
Some of you may know Steve Winslow, he has been in Powerlifting since his younger days at Venice Beach in California(he is now 57). I just recently met him within the Powerlifting social community,actually, what I did was observe his posts and videos so I could pick up tips on technique. I eventually messaged him and asked a question regarding DL positioning and instead of jumping in and giving me advice, he referred me to a YouTube video of a lifter who was very technical. That left a positive impression on me, in that he was not a person who would “try to show me how it was done”. He knew that there were others who were quite good at instructing and he had no issue on giving those others the credit.


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"Neither Darkness nor Gravity shall prevail"

Old school Alvarez ready for Pettis test

TweetThe best story regarding Eddie Alvarez’ move back to Philadelphia from sunny Florida would be that the hard-nosed lightweight contender had gotten too civilized in Boca Raton and needed to get his grit back in the City of Brotherly Love.That wouldn’t be true though. Instead, the 31-year-old’s decision to go back home and work with the Ricardo Almeida Fight Team for his Jan. 17 bout with Anthony Pettis has nothing to do with fighting. It’s much more important than that.Up next for Alvarez: Anthony Pettis at Fight Night Boston“A lot of people assume that there must ... Read the Full Article Here

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Old school Alvarez ready for Pettis test

UFC announces landmark events in Croatia and the Netherlands for 2016

TweetUFC today announced two landmark events scheduled to take place in Europe in 2016; Croatia at the Zagreb Arena on Sunday April 10 and in The Netherlands at the Ahoy Rotterdam on Sunday May 8. Both are new markets for the world’s largest mixed martial arts (MMA) organization as the company continues to demonstrate growth in the EMEA market. Tickets for UFC FIGHT NIGHT ZAGREB will go on general sale on Friday, February 12 and for UFC FIGHT NIGHT ROTTERDAM on Thursday, March 24. Both events will be broadcasted live on FS1 in the United States and on (BT Sport in the UK/ Extreme in Poland/ F ... Read the Full Article Here

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UFC announces landmark events in Croatia and the Netherlands for 2016

Squat with Eric Lilliebridge: “Big on the Basics”

Tweet* from "the Powerlifter"
Squat with Eric Lilliebridge: Eric takes you through the correct set up from hand placement to bar position on your back and setting up under the bar. Hear it from an expert, a World Record Holder with his reasons for the way he does it.


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Squat with Eric Lilliebridge: “Big on the Basics”

USA Powerlifting on Tuff TV Weekly Starting January 9th 1PM

TweetTuff TV releases new Powerlifting Show Produced by XPTV Sports Xtreme Power TV
USA Powerlifting (USAPL) 2015 Collegiate Powerlifting - The best collegiate powerlifters in the country compete for national titles and school pride. The events in which particpants wil participate include: the squat,the bench press, and the deadlift. These atheletes represent some of the nations top schools. and the engage in both individual and team battles. This new half-hour series Produced by XPTV Sports will premiere on TUFF TV Saturday, January 9th at 1:00 PM Eastern & Pacific. The show will air weekly on Saturdays at 1:00 PM


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USA Powerlifting on Tuff TV Weekly Starting January 9th 1PM

Woodley makes case for welterweight title shot

TweetEven before Robbie Lawler and Carlos Condit stepped into the Octagon and co-wrote an instant classic at UFC 195, Tyron Woodley knew the title shot he had been promised last fall had the possibility of being rescinded.Once the champion and challenger crossed the threshold into the UFC’s eight-sided proving ground and combined on a Fight of the Year contender just two days into 2016, Woodley was well aware that he would be faced with myriad questions about his place in line and the possibility of an immediate rematch and it didn’t take long for him to make his feelings known.Seated a ... Read the Full Article Here

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Woodley makes case for welterweight title shot

Sofia Loft 375 Squat @ 114 (Training)

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*reported on World Powerlifting Now
(IPF) Today's "lift of the day" goes to Sweden's Sofia Loft. Loft won IPF Classic WC's the past two years in the 52kg/114lb class. This past june she went 147.5/325, 92.5/203, 172.5/380 and totaled 412.5/909 lbs.! Her total would have taken 2nd in the next weight class up. Here she is seen in training squatting 170kg/375lbs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


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Sofia Loft 375 Squat @ 114 (Training)

Martin 'The Hitman' Kampmann calls it a day

TweetBedtime is early for Martin Kampmann these days, a perk of being newly retired, as well as the cost of having three children who are four-years-old and under. But lack of sleep aside, life is good for the 33-year-old “Hitman,” who officially retired from active MMA competition this week as he settles in with his wife and children in his native Denmark.“I’ve known for a while,” the longtime middleweight and welterweight contender said of retirement. “I just haven’t really made it official. I’m not sure why.”“I’ve known for a ... Read the Full Article Here

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Martin 'The Hitman' Kampmann calls it a day

CT Flethcer will be in Portland, Oregon

TweetCome check out the UPA skip leg day bench only meet with special guest CT Fletcher. For more information go to larsenpress.com
Start time is noon at 1715 Beavercreek Rd Oregon City, Oregon


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CT Flethcer will be in Portland, Oregon

EA Sports UFC 2 to be released on March 15

TweetREDWOOD CITY, Calif. – January 5, 2016 – Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today announced EA SPORTS™ UFC® 2 launches on March 15, 2016 in North America, and March 17, 2016 worldwide. In addition to the announcement, EA released a cinematic trailer for EA SPORTS UFC 2 featuring some of the biggest moments from recent bouts, showcasing authentic gameplay features, and highlighting new character visuals and signature animations. The trailer opens on EA SPORTS UFC 2 cover athlete and UFC® featherweight champion, Conor McGregor showing fans the all-new Knockou ... Read the Full Article Here

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Micah Marino preps for the 2016 USPA American Cup at the LA Fit Expo: 705lbs x 3 deadlift at 165lb

TweetMicah Marino is on his way to the 2016 USPA American Cup at the LA Fit Expo, where there is a lot of expectation over his performance. This is his deadlift workout from January 1st, 3 weeks from the meet:
705lbs x 3 deadlift at 165lb


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Micah Marino preps for the 2016 USPA American Cup at the LA Fit Expo: 705lbs x 3 deadlift at 165lb

Obama announces gun control actions, expands background checks

TweetPresident Obama formally announced plans Tuesday to expand background checks and make other changes to America’s gun rules via executive action, bypassing Congress and fueling an election-year fight with Republicans.

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APS Mesomorph Review

TweetA couple months back I kept hearing Mesomorph being brought up. I thought it was kind of odd, because I remember from years ago (probably 4 or so) this being one of the bigger pre-workouts at the time. I had used it and loved the stuff. Then came reformulations and other adjustments and it just seemed to fall out of the spotlight as other products came in. I think it's always still kind of been around, but to be honest, I'm not sure as I hadn't heard boo about it until somewhat recently.

Amongst all that chatter was the mention that it contained 1,3 dmaa -- which is/was big since it was "banned" not too far back. Whenever I tried a product with 1,3 in it for the first time (Jack3d -- close to 6 years ago), it was an indescribable feeling from a product -- that's for sure. Over time, I got more used to it as it was in more products. It didn't make it any less good; just not as earth-shattering as those first few times. As the "ban" took place and products and formulators moved on, I've found many great products and don't rely on the rush from 1,3 dmaa anymore these days.

But that doesn't mean I didn't still want to try it.

So I went out on a limb and picked up a tub. There are a handful of flavors to choose from and they all sound pretty good. But how do you pass on "Rocket Pop"?! I mean it has a picture of a popsicle on the container!

As soon as you open up the tub, you notice that it is a very, very fine powder -- the kind that can escape up into the air if you shake it and open it up too quickly. It's been years, so I could be mistaken, but I didn't remember it being nearly this fine and "light" years ago when I'd used it -- this is a good thing. You can even see different colors in there. I'm not sure if it's like this on other flavors or just this one, but it was like one of those beach wedding ceremonies where they mix the pink and blue sand together in one vase. It looked pretty cool, but figuring this may be flavoring or ingredients, I decided to pull the scoop out, shook it like crazy, waited momentarily, and opened it back up. That resulted in a good mixture of everything and more of a uniform purple color. It tended to stay like this for the next few days, too, so the separation may have just been from being shipped and sitting for such a long time.

You pick up on a bit of the scent from the powder, but you really notice it once you mix it up. It mixes in a shaker effortlessly. This is one of those products you could easily just toss into a glass of water, mix with a spoon and have it ready to drink -- I just always use shakers -- force of habit. The instructions call for 8-10 oz of water and I think I was at about 9 on the first attempt (with a bit of crushed ice in there, too -- I like to do that for my pre and intra drinks). It's been a long time since I've had a rocket pop, so I'm not sure how closely it resembled the flavor of one of those, but what I can say is that it tasted like cotton candy -- and that was good. I've had two cotton candy flavored supplements -- one from BPI and one from PES. Both are good, but I liked BPI's just a bit better (from a flavor perspective). This one falls somewhere right in between but closer to BPI (who also has a flavor called arctic ice and one called sno cone, so it may have been more like one of those -- regardless, they all taste really delicious). There is a really subtle aftertaste and I can't put my finger on exactly what it is; it takes away from the sweetness. It's not bad, just noticeable.

As far as performance goes, I have to say that I made the mistake of using my first attempt on an evening I wasn't going to the gym. I lifted that morning about 5 AM and had a pre-workout then, but had no caffeine the rest of the day and it was going on 6 PM and we were headed to dinner and then to do some Christmas shopping. I normally consume caffeine twice a day, so I figured, "well, this will give me a chance to sample this out."

I felt like I was going to murder the gas pedal while we drove into town.

It's been a good long while since I'd used 1,3 dmaa, so this was an experience for me. It wasn't jittery/hand shaking or anything like that, but man, was I amped. I told my wife that I wished so bad I was going to lift instead because I was ready to flip cars over in the parking lot. The energy and focus was strong, clean, and long lasting. It lasted several hours and then slowly transitioned out. Unlike experiences in the past with 1,3 products, there was no crash for me -- which was great.

I used it a couple days later for an early morning workout and it did exactly what I needed it to -- got me through a time I was dragging.

You've got 3 separate matrices in this product. The first is a 6.5g blend of beta alanine, citrulline malate, and AAKG. That would lead me to believe you're getting a little over 2g of each of those, or close to it. I'd love to have more citrulline in there, but it's not problematic at all. Next is a 4.5g matrix with 2 forms of creatine -- one of which is creatine nitrate -- agmatine, taurine, and COP. The inclusion of creatine nitrate and agmatine along with the citrulline makes for excellent pumps as well as endurance. The final matrix is 1.8g and is your stimulant/energy complex that includes the 1,3 dmaa.

All in all, I'm very impressed with this formula in addition to the flavoring. It was one of the more favorable experiences I've had with a "new" pre-workout and I'm glad to have it in my arsenal. I'm looking forward to sampling some other flavors and if/when I have a chance, I'll update in here (or if you have, feel free to let me know what your thoughts are -- especially if you feel very strongly in favor or against one).

This will sit in reserve for me, as using 1,3 dmaa on a very regular basis doesn't do so well for me and plus, the extra hit it gives me when being so long since I've used it is just wonderful.

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APS Mesomorph Review

ATF guidance on who qualifies as a firearms dealer

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Top 10 - New England's Finest

TweetIt may be hard to believe these days, but before the explosion of mixed martial arts, the top fighters in the game, at least in the United States, were often centered in either California or in the Midwest hotbed of Iowa, with little attention being paid to fighters from the east coast. But then came a group of fighters out of New England that helped put their region on the map while also building a community of MMA fans that are likely to be out in force when the UFC ships up to Boston for the FOX Sports 1 event on January 17.Boston fight cardHere are ten of New England’s finest.Tim B ... Read the Full Article Here

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Trump launches 1st TV ad, as 2016 candidates barnstorm Iowa, NH

TweetThe Republican presidential candidates kicked off the 2016 election year on Monday with a burst of new attacks and advertising – including Donald Trump’s first TV ad of the season -- as they entered the final sprint to Iowa and New Hampshire.

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Aria Attia pulls 915 @ 275 New World Record

TweetOn 05 Dec 2015,
Aria Attia participated in the SPF North of the Border meet held in Cincinnati by Laura Phelps Sweatt. There he competed and took a token lift in the squat with 155 lbs due to a partially torn quad/hamstring he suffered a few months back. He benched 510 lbs and then with those partially torn muscles in his leg pulled 915 pounds at 275 beating Konstantin's 906 lbs!
(PLWatch note: January 1 2016 all World and American all time records must be done on calibrated or certified plates)


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Trump brushes off Islamic militant group's recruiting video that cites his words

TweetDonald Trump won't be dissuaded from saying what he thinks simply because Islamic extremists use his words to recruit Muslims to their cause.

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UFC 195: Post-fight bonus recap

TweetFight Of The Night: Robbie Lawler vs. Carlos Condit Performance Bonuses: Stipe Miocic and Michael McDonald • The five-round war in the main event between champion Robbie Lawler and challenger Carlos Condit took home top fight honors. Lawler landed 44% of his significant strikes (78/177) with Condit landing 39% (196/502) • Stipe Miocic’s victory in less than a minute over former heavyweight champion Andrei Arlovski got one of the two performance bonuses tonight • Michael “Mayday” McDonald’s submission victory in his return to the Octagon after a 749-day in ... Read the Full Article Here

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Training Women: There Is A Difference

Tweet* by Alexander Juan Antonio Cortes - Dec 28, 2015
“Should women train like men?”
“Women should lift just like men do!”
The former question and the latter statement are commonly heard across the fitness sphere, and the popular answer is always to say, “Yeah, absolutely” to both. This answer is also wrong.


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Russia reportedly names US as threat to national security for first time

TweetRussia has named the U.S. as one of the threats to its national security in a new assessment signed by President Vladimir Putin on Thursday, according to a published report.

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Al Qaeda-affiliated terror group recruitment video purportedly features Trump

TweetAn Al Qaeda-affiliated terror group based in Somalia released a recruitment video Friday purportedly featuring Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump.

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Miocic keeping busy as he climbs heavyweight charts

TweetA look at the life of Stipe Miocic, both in and out of athletics, shows him to be someone who has a deep disdain for idle time. Before making mixed martial arts his home, the Ohio native competed at a high level in baseball, wrestling and boxing, and even after establishing himself as one of the top contenders in the UFC’s heavyweight division, he maintains gigs as a paramedic and firefighter. // In two different cities.“I still have plenty of time to train,” he chuckles. “I work a lot of weekends, work a lot of nights, so it all works out. The chiefs a ... Read the Full Article Here

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Three Time’s a Charm or Three Strikes You're Out?

Tweet* by Chris Janek - Jan 01, 2016
In mid-October I was training my 8:15 AM class (coaching a group of six) and continuing my recovering from my heart repair surgery when I received a call from my cardiologist. This call was supposed to give me the good results of a 15 week post-recovery check-up. Answering the phone, I instantly knew by the tone of his voice.
"Chris, the valve is loose and you need to get in now so we can fix it."
Mind you, this news was being given to me while I was in the middle of coaching.


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Former Ohio Rep. Oxley dies of cancer

TweetFormer Ohio GOP Rep. Mike Oxley, who helped write landmark anti-fraud legislation following a wave of corporate scandals that brought down Enron Corp. and WorldCom Inc., died Friday.

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State Department releases over 3,000 Clinton emails on New Year's Eve

TweetThough short of a court order requiring it to release 82 percent of Hillary Clinton’s emails by the end of 2015, the State Department dumped over 3,000 ahead of the New Year Friday afternoon.

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Leites vs. Mousasi to Co-Headline in London

TweetThe UFC middleweight division will remain in the spotlight in London's O2 Arena on Feb. 27, as the main event of Anderson Silva vs. Michael Bisping will be joined by an intriguing co-main event featuring veteran contenders Thales Leites vs. Gegard Mousasi. UFC VIP Experience Packages are still available for the event, which will air in its entirety exclusively on UFC FIGHT PASS, the UFC's digital streaming service.Ranked tenth in the world at 185 pounds, Brazil's Leites has won five of six bouts since returning to the UFC in 2013, and the former world title challenger hopes to begin a new winn ... Read the Full Article Here

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Powerlifting friendly gyms series: Blue Collar Barbell

TweetBlue Collar Barbell is known for being a home to strength sports in general. But chiefly, it is known as Shawna Mendelson's gym: a big name in competitive strength sports, Shawna became a magnet for those seeking strength for all the reasons you can imagine (and possibly some you can't: strength is that basic to human existence).
With you, Shawna Mendelson: owner of Blue Collar Barbell 140 Keyland Ct. Bohemia NY Unit 23
PLW - When was [gym name] founded? Was it powerlifting friendly since the beginning or was it gradually turned into a training center for the sport?


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