Brute force can change your life: The power lifter and the running back -- Theory and execution of powerlifting -- Getting ready for a pure hard workout: Warm-ups and stretches -- Cardio for a strong heart -- A powerlifter's food groups -- Down to pure hard work: The muscle groups -- Pure hard lifts -- Variations of the core lifts -- Assisted movements -- Abdominals/core -- The programs: Assessing and measuring -- Beginner program -- Intermediate program -- Advanced program -- Willpower meets heavy lifting -- Women and weightlifting -- Epilogue : Beyond success and staying motivated.
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