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Power Play

By Jimmie Perry

If you're focused on finding out the bits and pieces of information that are a bit more nuanced (and powerlifting/strength focused) this is the podcast for you.
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Do deadlifts work your hip flexors? Powerplay 16

Power PlayJan 21, 2020

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64: "Are front squats alone effective as long as I’m deadlifting as well?"

64: "Are front squats alone effective as long as I’m deadlifting as well?"

"Are front squats alone effective as long as I’m deadlifting as well?"
Jan 21, 202107:44
63:"Why do I struggle to maintain the correct cscapular positoning when bench pressing?" Power Play

63:"Why do I struggle to maintain the correct cscapular positoning when bench pressing?" Power Play

"Why do I struggle to maintain the correct cscapular positoning when bench pressing?"
Jan 16, 202105:37
62: Should you do heavy weighted pullups before you deadlift?

62: Should you do heavy weighted pullups before you deadlift?

Should you do heavy weighted pullups before you deadlift?
Dec 29, 202003:19
61: Army Fitness Test

61: Army Fitness Test

How many pushups, situps, and times runs do army cadets gave to do?
Dec 26, 202005:28
60: "Is there a strength ratio for the big lifts?"

60: "Is there a strength ratio for the big lifts?"

Is there a strength ratio for the big lifts?
Dec 22, 202011:54
59: "Should your chest get soft after a workout?"

59: "Should your chest get soft after a workout?"

Should your chest get soft after a workout?
Dec 19, 202015:12
58: How many reps of dumbbells should I do?

58: How many reps of dumbbells should I do?

How many reps of dumbbells should I do?
Dec 15, 202009:31
57: "Do planks make your stomach look bigger?"

57: "Do planks make your stomach look bigger?"

Do planks make your stomach look bigger? Answered and more below.
Dec 12, 202007:31
Powerplay 56: "Why does my stomach look bigger after working out?"

Powerplay 56: "Why does my stomach look bigger after working out?"

"Why does my stomach look bigger after working out?" Answered and more below
Dec 08, 202006:29
"Which muscles does gymnastics strengthen?" Power Play 53

"Which muscles does gymnastics strengthen?" Power Play 53

"Which muscles does gymnastics strengthen?" Answered and more
Oct 31, 202003:53
"Do you add cardio in strength training" Power Play 52

"Do you add cardio in strength training" Power Play 52

"Do you add cardio in strength training?" Answered and more
Oct 27, 202005:21
"Why does my stomach look bigger after working out?" Power Play 51

"Why does my stomach look bigger after working out?" Power Play 51

Why does my stomach look bigger after working out?" Answered and more
Oct 24, 202006:26
"How many reps of dumbbells should I do?" Power Play 50

"How many reps of dumbbells should I do?" Power Play 50

"How many reps of dumbbells should I do?" Answered and more
Oct 20, 202003:36
"How many push ups, sit ups, pull ups, and miles of running do advanced soldiers do?
" Powerplay 49

"How many push ups, sit ups, pull ups, and miles of running do advanced soldiers do? " Powerplay 49

"How many push ups, sit ups, pull ups, and miles of running do advanced soldiers do?
" answered and more
Oct 17, 202004:50
"What is the best exercise for a slipped disc?" Powerplay 48

"What is the best exercise for a slipped disc?" Powerplay 48

"What is the best exercise for a slipped disc?
" answer and more
Oct 13, 202004:49
"How can I get stronger muscles in the best way possible?

" Power Play 50

"How can I get stronger muscles in the best way possible? " Power Play 50

"How can I get stronger muscles in the best way possible?

" answered and more!
Oct 10, 202008:38
"How do tight upper trapezius muscles cause rounded shoulders? How exactly do they pull it forward?" PowerPlay 47
Oct 06, 202006:15
"Is 150 lbs (total together) of resistance band resistance enough to get ripped?" PowerPlay 46

"Is 150 lbs (total together) of resistance band resistance enough to get ripped?" PowerPlay 46

"Is 150 lbs (total together) of resistance band resistance enough to get ripped?" answered and more

Sep 29, 202006:49
"How do I get stronger in the Big 3" PowerPlay 45

"How do I get stronger in the Big 3" PowerPlay 45

How do I get stronger in the Big 3? Pondered and more
Sep 15, 202011:05
"What are the best sports for fitness?" Powerplay 44

"What are the best sports for fitness?" Powerplay 44

What are the best fitness sports? Pondered and more
Sep 15, 202007:29
"What should I eat before my HIIT workout?" Powerplay 43

"What should I eat before my HIIT workout?" Powerplay 43

What should I eat before my HIIT workout? Pondered and more
Sep 08, 202005:18
"Is the hex bar deadlift better than a regular deadlift?" Power Play 42

"Is the hex bar deadlift better than a regular deadlift?" Power Play 42

"Is the hex bar deadlift better than a regular deadlift?"
Sep 01, 202006:41
"Can I still do back workouts after a deadlift day?"Power Play 41

"Can I still do back workouts after a deadlift day?"Power Play 41

"Can I still do back workouts after a deadlift day?"
Aug 25, 202006:25
"Why do people do both squats and deadlifts?" Power Play 40

"Why do people do both squats and deadlifts?" Power Play 40

Why do people do both squats and deadlifts?
Aug 18, 202008:50
"Is a hex bar deadlift easier?" Power Play 39

"Is a hex bar deadlift easier?" Power Play 39

"Is a hex bar deadlift easier?"
Aug 11, 202006:41
"Do you need rest days for pushups" Power Play 38

"Do you need rest days for pushups" Power Play 38

Do you need rest days for pushups
Aug 04, 202007:23
"Does reverse dieting work if you're not looking to build a lot of muscle?" Power Play 37

"Does reverse dieting work if you're not looking to build a lot of muscle?" Power Play 37

Does reverse dieting work if you're not looking to build a lot of muscle?
Jul 28, 202003:30
"Do Sumo Squats target your hamstrings more?" Power Play 36

"Do Sumo Squats target your hamstrings more?" Power Play 36

Do sumo squats target your hamstrings more?
Jul 21, 202004:35
"Is it better to repeat the same exercise?" Power Play 35

"Is it better to repeat the same exercise?" Power Play 35

Is it better to repeat the same exercise?
Jul 14, 202008:56
"Should I start deadlifting if I've been weightlifting for a while" PowerPlay 33

"Should I start deadlifting if I've been weightlifting for a while" PowerPlay 33

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “Should I start deadlifting if I've been weightlifting for a while?

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the site:

https://powerlifting.website/

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May 26, 202007:29
"Is weightlifting difficult" PowerPlay 31

"Is weightlifting difficult" PowerPlay 31

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “Is weightlifting difficult?

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the site:

https://powerlifting.website/

Let’s Connect!

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May 19, 202003:33
"What exercise is more dangerous in terms of injuries? Deadlift or Squats?" PowerPlay 32

"What exercise is more dangerous in terms of injuries? Deadlift or Squats?" PowerPlay 32

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “What exercise is more dangerous in terms of injuries? Deadlift or Squats?

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the site:

https://powerlifting.website/

Let’s Connect!

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May 15, 202007:06
"Can I become the worlds strongest man with just training?" PowerPlay 30

"Can I become the worlds strongest man with just training?" PowerPlay 30

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “Can I become the worlds strongest man with just training?

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the site:

https://powerlifting.website/

Let’s Connect!

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Apr 28, 202005:29
"Are powerlifters and strongmen obese?" PowerPlay 29

"Are powerlifters and strongmen obese?" PowerPlay 29

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “Are powerlifters and strongmen obese?

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the site:

https://powerlifting.website/

Let’s Connect!

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Apr 21, 202005:32
Who would win in a fight, Brian Shaw (World's Strongest Man) or Mathew Fraser (World's Fittest Man)? PowerPlay 28

Who would win in a fight, Brian Shaw (World's Strongest Man) or Mathew Fraser (World's Fittest Man)? PowerPlay 28

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “Who would win in a fight, Brian Shaw (World's Strongest Man) or Mathew Fraser (World's Fittest Man)?

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the site:

https://powerlifting.website/

Let’s Connect!

Find me on Medium: https://medium.com/@jimmieperry

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Apr 14, 202004:48
"Who would you fight: a bodybuilder, a powerlifter, or a crossfitter?" PowerPlay 27

"Who would you fight: a bodybuilder, a powerlifter, or a crossfitter?" PowerPlay 27

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “Who would you fight: a bodybuilder, a powerlifter, or a crossfitter?”

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the site:

https://powerlifting.website/

Let’s Connect!

Find me on Medium: https://medium.com/@jimmieperry

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Find me on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/jimmieperr/

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Apr 07, 202007:06
"Who would you fight: a bodybuilder, a powerlifter, or a crossfitter?" PowerPlay 26

"Who would you fight: a bodybuilder, a powerlifter, or a crossfitter?" PowerPlay 26

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “Who would you fight: a bodybuilder, a powerlifter, or a crossfitter?

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the site:

https://powerlifting.website/

Let’s Connect!

Find me on Medium: https://medium.com/@jimmieperry

Find me on Snapchat: Jimmie_Perry19

Find me on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/jimmieperr/

Find me on Quora: https://www.quora.com/profile/Jimmie-Perry-III

Mar 31, 202009:35
"In terms of weightlifting/powerlifting, does one measure their strength by counting the weight of the plates only, or are the bar and collars also included?"PowerPlay 25

"In terms of weightlifting/powerlifting, does one measure their strength by counting the weight of the plates only, or are the bar and collars also included?"PowerPlay 25

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “In terms of weightlifting/powerlifting, does one measure their strength by counting the weight of the plates only, or are the bar and collars also included?

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the site:

https://powerlifting.website/

Let’s Connect!

Find me on Medium: https://medium.com/@jimmieperry

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Mar 24, 202007:53
"What is the importance of physical fitness?" Powerplay 24

"What is the importance of physical fitness?" Powerplay 24

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “What is the importance of physical fitness?”

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the site:

https://powerlifting.website/

Let’s Connect!

Find me on Medium: https://medium.com/@jimmieperry

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Mar 17, 202008:19
"What are the most underrated fitness tips?" Powerplay 23

"What are the most underrated fitness tips?" Powerplay 23

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “What are the most underrated fitness tips?”

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the site:

https://powerlifting.website/

Let’s Connect!

Find me on Medium: https://medium.com/@jimmieperry

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Mar 10, 202003:24
"Why are powerlifting belts allowed in RAW powerlifting meets?" Powerplay 22

"Why are powerlifting belts allowed in RAW powerlifting meets?" Powerplay 22

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “Why are powerlifting belts allowed in raw powerlifting meets?”

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the site:

https://powerlifting.website/

Let’s Connect!

Find me on Medium: https://medium.com/@jimmieperry

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Mar 03, 202002:35
How much does a strong deadlift help in sports? Powerplay 21
Feb 25, 202004:05
What causes a bloody nose in the deadlift (a cause)? Powerplay 20

What causes a bloody nose in the deadlift (a cause)? Powerplay 20

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “What causes a bloody nose in the deadlift?”

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the site:

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Feb 18, 202001:51
How do you get stronger (in my opinion) in the deadlift? (what's worked for me) Powerplay 19

How do you get stronger (in my opinion) in the deadlift? (what's worked for me) Powerplay 19

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “How do you get stronger in the deadlift?”

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the site:

https://powerlifting.website/

Let’s Connect!

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Feb 11, 202001:26
Based on the width of my stance, what squat shoes should I wear? PowerPlay 18

Based on the width of my stance, what squat shoes should I wear? PowerPlay 18

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “Based on the width of my stance, what squat shoes should I wear?” 

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the store:

https://powerlifting.website/store-2/

Let’s Connect!

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Feb 04, 202001:24
Does the hex bar (or trap bar) deadlift require less grip strength? PowerPlay 17

Does the hex bar (or trap bar) deadlift require less grip strength? PowerPlay 17

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “Does the hex bar (or trap bar) deadlift require less grip strength?” 

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the store:

https://powerlifting.website/store-2/

Let’s Connect!

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Jan 28, 202002:55
Do deadlifts work your hip flexors? Powerplay 16

Do deadlifts work your hip flexors? Powerplay 16

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “Do deadlifts work your hip flexors?”  

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the store:

https://powerlifting.website/store-2/

Have you ever wondered if the bench press was the best chest exercise? Well, in today's podcast, that question finally gets answered!

Let’s Connect!

Find me on Medium: https://medium.com/@jimmieperry

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Jan 21, 202002:23
How much weight can a gorilla bench press? Powerplay 15

How much weight can a gorilla bench press? Powerplay 15

Well, this question has been bouncing around on the interwebs for quite a bit so it may as well be answered by the site. “How much can a gorilla bench press?”  is a question that we can only answer in theory (right now, unless someone has taught a gorilla the motor control to activate the muscles necessary to bench press at the correct time so they don’t harm themselves). It’s been said that gorillas can press up to 10 times their body weight (I don’t believe this weight will be realized when a gorilla actually tests their one rep max though). There are 2 species of gorilla, Eastern Gorilla and Western Gorilla. Below are the subspecies of each gorilla species, the weight of both male and females, and the weight they should be able to press.

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the store:

https://powerlifting.website/store-2/

Have you ever wondered if the bench press was the best chest exercise? Well, in today's podcast, that question finally gets answered!

Let’s Connect!

Find me on Medium: https://medium.com/@jimmieperry

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Jan 14, 202003:41
Do pushups increase bench press? Powerplay 14

Do pushups increase bench press? Powerplay 14

“Do pushups increase bench press?” One of the ideas (I actually considered bro-science until not too long ago) was that doing pushups (and a lot of them) would help a person increase their bench press. I considered this to be bro science because it doesn’t really explain why push-ups increase a person’s bench press. My personal thoughts about it was that the volume (with a consistent weight) would help a person get proficient at pressing that weight, and with what I know about bench pressing, volume and form are what matter most.

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the store:

https://powerlifting.website/store-2/

Have you ever wondered if the bench press was the best chest exercise? Well, in today's podcast, that question finally gets answered!

Let’s Connect!

Find me on Medium: https://medium.com/@jimmieperry

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Jan 07, 202001:27
How much weight should a beginner bench press? Powerplay 13

How much weight should a beginner bench press? Powerplay 13

The question of “How much weight should a beginner bench press?” is one that many people (including myself) have asked about for centuries. How much should one be able to bench press exactly when they’re first starting out? Well, this question isn’t really an easy one only because everyone is different. According to research the average beginner lifter (as variables such as lean body mass go up) bench presses:

Men: 48 to 73 percent of their body mass

To

Female: 25 to 31 percent of their body mass

Check out the Black Book of Powerlifting EBook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRJWHG9

We're working on adding other versions as well as so stay tuned.

Check out the store:

https://powerlifting.website/store-2/

Have you ever wondered if the bench press was the best chest exercise? Well, in today's podcast, that question finally gets answered!

Let’s Connect!

Find me on Medium: https://medium.com/@jimmieperry

Find me on Snapchat: Jimmie_Perry19

Find me on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/jimmieperr/

Find me on Quora: https://www.quora.com/profile/Jimmie-Perry-III

Dec 31, 201902:43