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Powerlifter Joe Sullivan Squats 230 Kilograms (507 Pounds) for 19 Reps, Continues Quest for 525 AMRAP
Powerlifter Joe Sullivan has several notable marks and victories throughout his career. It’s his latest mission that could be the most ambitious yet. On May 19, 2022, Sullivan shared footage of himself squatting 230 kilograms (507 pounds) for 19 reps. Per the caption of Sullivan’s Instagram post, the set is part of his preparation to attempt the 525-pound squat AMRAP (as
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How to Do the Zercher Squat for Lower Body Size and Power
A simple barbell in a squat rack may not seem like a piece of modern-day technology, but it kinda is. Up until a few decades ago, lifters were either making their own racks by hand from scrap metal and wood, or they were figuring out how to get the bar lifted by any means necessary. One popular method was created
How to Do the Zercher Squat for Lower Body Size and Power
A simple barbell in a squat rack may not seem like a piece of modern-day technology, but it kinda is. Up until a few decades ago, lifters were either making their own racks by hand from scrap metal and wood, or they were figuring out how to get the bar lifted by any means necessary. One popular method was created
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Simplify Muscle Development by Simplifying Your Workouts
The age-old desire to build a strong, well-proportioned physique is still alive and well. Yes, the average gym-goer no longer yearns to build a monstrous, freaky, eye-popping body complete with gnarly veins, huge, stumpy legs and the inability to fit into a dress shirt. The age-old desire to build a strong, well-proportioned physique is still alive and well. Yes, the
Simplify Muscle Development by Simplifying Your Workouts
The age-old desire to build a strong, well-proportioned physique is still alive and well. Yes, the average gym-goer no longer yearns to build a monstrous, freaky, eye-popping body complete with gnarly veins, huge, stumpy legs and the inability to fit into a dress shirt. The age-old desire to build a strong, well-proportioned physique is still alive and well. Yes, the
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