Powerlifting

Critique of Bulgarian System/Squat Everyday


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The Bulgarian Strategy of multiple daily maximums and ultra high specificity has produced some of the strongest weightlifters of all-time. It has also lead to the Bulgarian National Team being banned from 2 Olympic Games. Recently, this style of training has gained popularity in weightlifting and powerlifting, but is it the optimal choice for you? Chad and Max discuss this systems merits and pitfalls plus possible adjustments to make:

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