S2E3 - Powerlifting Game Day Strategy (Part 1): Planning for a 9-for-9 Performance

S2E3 - Powerlifting Game Day Strategy (Part 1): Planning for a 9-for-9 Performance

Author: Dr. Rori Alter, PT, SSC, PRSCC January 18, 2025 Duration: 50:25

Having a game day strategy for a powerlifting meet is essential to making sure you have fun and the outcome of the competition meets your expectations. Whether you are a first time powerlifting competitor or a seasoned lifter, you should do all you can to ensure you go 9-for-9 as completing all possible attempts in a powerlifting competition ensures you have the best outcome possible.

 

In this episode of the PRS Podcast Drs Rori Alter and Alyssa Haveson continue their discussion on powerlifting competition by dedicating Part 3 and 4 of this Powerlifting Competition Series to planning your powerlifting meet and meet day strategy and execution. 

 

In this episode they discuss:

  • Planning your attempts for a powerlifting meet Meet day strategy attempt planning and execution

  • What game day strategy takes into account

  • The first thing to consider when planning your powerlifting competition strategy 

  • When you should take risks in a powerlifting competition and when you should not

  • Why you should aim to go 9 for 9 and what missing a lift sets you up for

  • The goal of your first attempt in a powerlifting meet 

  • How to select openers for a novice versus more advanced powerlifter?

  • In what situations you go up in weight or stay at the same weight for your next attempt

  • What not to do on competition

  • How do you determine how much to increase between each attempt

  • Should you ever miss your third attempt in a powerlifting competition

  • Will you hit a PR in every meet?

  • What the challenges for transitioning from novice to intermediate competitor are

  • How do you look at PRs in a powerlifting competition; Are they just PRs on the lifts themselves?

  • What RPE your attempts should be

  • Do we recommend max effort on all third attempts?

 

This podcast episode is highly focused on the strategic aspect of powerlifting competitions, specifically the planning and execution of attempts in a meet. It is geared toward powerlifters at all levels, from novice to more experienced lifters, as well as powerlifting coaches and meet day handlers, making it broadly appealing to a wide audience. 

 

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Hosted by Dr. Rori Alter and Dr. Alyssa Haveson, Progressive Rehab & Strength is a conversation for those who take lifting seriously, whether for sport or for life. Both hosts are practicing physical therapists and certified strength coaches with deep roots in powerlifting, giving them a unique, dual-perspective on the body under load. This podcast digs into the nuanced intersection of rehabilitation and performance, moving beyond generic advice. You’ll hear practical discussions on programming for longevity, managing training around injuries, and navigating the technical demands of the barbell lifts. The aim is to strip away confusion and provide actionable insights that help athletes and coaches build resilient, sustainable careers-both in the gym and in their professional practices. It’s a resource for critical thinkers who want their approach to strength to be informed by both clinical expertise and hard-earned experience on the platform. Tune in for a blend of science, real-world application, and straight talk from two professionals who live in this space every day.
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