November 22, 20180Comments

Introducing the Mx Division

Powerlifting is a truly unique sport. A sport that’s accessible to everyone. At Burley Strength, our novice competitions are the foundation of our powerlifting calendar. Since...

by John Sheridan

Coaching

Competition

Novice Lifter

June 6, 20180Comments

My First Meet – Part 2

If you haven’t already read Part 1 in this series you should check it out HERE. Part 2: Put Away The Sauna Suit My first exposure to powerlifting came, like most...

May 29, 20180Comments

My First Meet – Part 1

In 2010 I competed in my first powerlifting competition. A small, unaffiliated competition hosted by a local gym. That day changed my life forever. I didn’t set any records. I...

by John Sheridan

Competition

Novice Lifter

September 27, 20174Comments

5 Tips for Your First Powerlifting Meet

So you’ve decided to enter your first powerlifting meet! Firstly – Congratulations! You’ve taken a step that plenty of people talk about taking but few actually commit...

by John Sheridan