Powerlifting: Building Raw Strength
No shortcuts and zero drama. I help you master the fundamentals—squats, bench, and deadlifts—to build a foundation of real strength.
Building strength takes time. Here I am squatting 160 kgs for 5 reps, more than twice my bodyweight. 200 kg, I am coming for you.
I lost some leg strength, but I am back to hit new PRs. 150 kg for 5 reps, high-bar and ass-to-grass.
New 5 rep max at 155 kgs. This is almost two times my bodyweight. The journey continues.
Finishing a strength phase with 165 kgs for 3 reps on the high-bar squat.
Brick by brick. A 170 kg back squat for a double. Slowly building up the weight.
170 kgs High bar ATG Squat. Deep, controlled, and powerful. This is my standard.
Making two times bodyweight squats look easy. 160 kgs for an easy triple.
Fired up. An easy 175 kgs high-bar back squat. This is the result of years of dedicated training.
Baazigar. A squat session from 20 to 170 kgs, showing the progression in a single workout.
Back squat 2 rep max at 165 kgs. Pushing the limits to find where the new baseline is.
About Powerlifting: Building Raw Strength
Most people worry about how much weight they can throw on the bar, but the real progress happens when you fix your bracing and bar path. Before you chase a PR, you need to understand your own biomechanics. In my 1-on-1 sessions, we spend the time breaking down the lift—whether it's knee caving or elbow turnover—so you aren't just moving weight, you're moving it safely.
Powerlifting isn't just about the heavy lift; it's about the technical integrity behind every rep. Whether I’m coaching for a WPC India competition or helping a beginner hit their first 100kg deadlift, my approach remains the same: mastering the high-bar ATG squat, the paused bench, and consistent deadlift variations.
Online vs. In-Person
For online clients, we use periodized cycles (Hypertrophy, Strength, or Peaking) adjusted for your specific gym setup. I don't give generic PDFs. Your nutrition strategy focuses on standard Indian kitchen staples—ghee, roti, rice, dal—so you don't need a pantry full of exotic supplements. We track everything via Google Sheets or Fittr, with weekly adjustments based on how your body is responding to the volume.
The In-Person Edge
If you're near Indirapuram or Noida, we work out of ZeroDope. These sessions are about real-time cueing. If your knees are caving or your bracing is loose, I catch it immediately. We segment complex movements into specific drills, using video feedback so you can see exactly where the breakdown happens. Safety is the priority; I'm there to spot your max-effort attempts so you can push your limits without fear. Strength is a long game—let’s build it right.
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