S2E1 - Competition Prep for Novice Powerlifters: What to Expect in Your First Meet-Progressive Rehab & Strength

When people get into barbell training as their form of exercise, they’ll at some point ask the question, “should I do a powerlifting meet?” After just over a year hiatus from the PRS Podcast, Drs Rori Alter and Alyssa Haveson are back with the first in a series of five podcast episodes on all elements of powerlifting competitions.

In these five episodes they will cover exactly what you need to know to do well in your first powerlifting competition all the way to the international powerlifting platform.

In this episode of the PRS Podcast we cover:

Where we’ve been and what we’ve been up to over the last year

Introduce Dr. Alyssa Haveson’s background as a competitor and elite competitive powerlifting coach and the three elements she brings to the table for game day powerlifting coaching

How a person gets into recreational or competitive powerlifting for the first time

What it means to do a competition and how do we choose it at the right time?

The two ways the topic of doing a powerlifting competition comes up with a novice lifter

The Questions: “How strong should I be to do my first competition?” - and does it matter?

One of the most intimidating parts of competition for new powerlifters

Why the question, “What goals do you have for me?” isn’t the best question for a powerlifter to ask their coach

Who you are actually competing against in powerlifting competitions

The 7 goals for the novice powerlifting competitor

Three types of Novice Powerlifting Competitors

Important things for the higher level powerlifting athlete to consider when choosing competitions

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Free Resources!

By opening this email you have exclusive premier access to our FREE, brand-spankin’-new Powerlifting Meet Day Guide and Meet Day Checklist!

Our PRS Powerlifting Meet Guide is a comprehensive guide that walks you through every aspect of your meet day from start to finish so you feel confident, knowledgeable, and supported throughout your meet.

This guide covers federation rules, packing the perfect meet bag, and navigating weigh-ins, equipment checks, and the warm-up area.

Detailed tips on timing warm-ups, managing flights and lifting order, and commands will ensure you are prepared for every phase of the competition. Additional insights include nutrition timing, strategies for staying focused, and how handlers can best support you if you’re using one.

Our practical, step-by-step checklist is the ultimate powerlifting meet preparation tool. From packing your meet bag to tracking warm-up and attempt timing, this printable checklist ensures you don’t forget any of the details. Simply check off each task to reduce stress so you can focus on lifting your best. Our Meet Day Checklist is the perfect way to ensure you stay organized and confident without forgetting anything.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced competitor, these resources provide everything you need for a smooth and successful meet day. Download them here to take the guess work out of meet-day logistics!

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