--- title: "Competition Powerlifting Coaching | Prepare to Dominate the Platform" description: "Get professional competition coaching for powerlifting. From peaking and attempt selection to mental grit, I help lifters break records and dominate the platform." canonical: https://mytribe.in/coach_vishwapowerlift/powerlifting-coaching/competition-dominance-on-the-platform last_updated: 2025-09-06 --- # Mastering the Powerlifting Platform Tribe Verified · 24x National Champion & Commonwealth Record Holder By [Vishwanath Bhaskar](https://mytribe.in/coach_vishwapowerlift) · Online coaching & Studio training in Jayanagar · ₹4,500 per month (estimate) Part of [Powerlifting Coaching](https://mytribe.in/coach_vishwapowerlift/powerlifting-coaching). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/coach_vishwapowerlift/powerlifting-coaching/gallery) Whether you are chasing your first state medal or aiming for a national record, I prepare you to dominate. It is not just about lifting heavy, it is about the mindset to win. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This was a 335kg deadlift to secure the gold medal at Nationals, hitting a lifetime best total of 875kg. I did this with no proper prep, just sheer willpower and the blessings of Hanuman Ji. Sometimes, purpose pushes you more than a plan.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6f5cf06e-52f5-416f-87d0-9963499b845f) - ![Standing on top of the podium after setting a new National Deadlift Record in the 105kg Senior Class. A record of mine was broken after 10 years, so I went and set a new one. Records are meant to be rewritten.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/77d9e0f8-b1bf-47dc-a32a-4a28fd20b4a0) - [Video: A 202.5kg bench press to secure the Overall Gold Medal at the State Championship. Every lift on the platform is a battle against your own limits. My coaching prepares you for that fight.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a060272f-0eb7-4a6c-b9e3-06d7c431d6c9) - [Video: This is a recap of the Senior State Meet. I faced setbacks, blacked out during warm-ups, but came back to win the Overall Champion title. I balanced coaching my students and competing myself, proving that mindset is everything.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d2a3a60b-68e8-4460-afa2-de65b6108475) - [Video: Here is the 318kg deadlift that set a new Senior National Record. Even though I wasn't at my best physically, I gave it my all. With faith and support, the bar will always move when it matters most.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/60f3c4be-a6bf-4be4-a9c0-465296e303b5) - [Video: This 317.5kg deadlift equaled the National Record and was the heaviest lift of the day at the National Trials. My goal is to prepare you not just to compete, but to dominate.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/957c54fd-fa54-4cc0-9f2d-b3e3143636c1) - [Video: A new personal record of 257.5kg on the squat during the National Trials. This lift contributed to one of the best totals of the day. Platform performance is a skill we build together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/85d6a359-844a-4ecc-8e14-16d24745b61c) - [Video: Setting a new State Record with this 322.5kg deadlift. This was done with no practice and no rest after a strongman competition. With the blessings of Hanuman Ji, the body can achieve incredible things.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ad6d04b4-f146-40ab-b6c5-e1776501642c) - [Video: This 270kg opening squat at the Senior State Meet set the tone for the entire championship. A strong start is crucial, and I strategize every attempt for my lifters to build momentum and confidence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1e1d8494-4671-455f-b049-148704aeaf34) - [Video: This 327.5kg deadlift was once my Commonwealth Record in equipped lifting, and now it's my personal best in classic (raw) powerlifting. This shows my ability to coach and excel in both styles of lifting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5d3ddae6-3b59-41e4-82da-e6d9cc373b80) - [Video: An unofficial National Record with this 325kg deadlift. This lift shows the strength I am building towards, and I aim to make it official at the next Nationals. We always aim higher.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c62abe64-4837-40ac-8a62-c407019a792a) - [Video: This was a new Commonwealth Powerlifting Deadlift Record of 327.5kg. A dream come true, representing India on an international stage. I coach my athletes to chase their biggest dreams.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bb938a6a-740f-4337-a0f5-f9e8738b7dd3) - [Video: Hitting a new squat PR of 265kg at the Classic Senior National Championship. It was special to have my best friend there supporting me. The right support system is a key part of competition success.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f2bb4ab0-d309-4120-bafd-93a40237a0f1) - [Video: A new classic bench press PR of 150kg on the platform. With Hanuman Ji as my power source, I keep pushing beyond my limits. I will teach you how to find your own source of power.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4279781b-3838-46f0-9fef-183e8ea88eb9) - [Video: This 320kg deadlift at a state competition moved so easily, it surprised even me. This is what happens when training, mindset, and faith align. I am coming for bigger numbers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a7e9e6f6-b86f-4fdd-aec7-1712e0813d72) - [Video: Winning a gold medal at the State Level Powerlifting Competition with a total of 835kg, despite an injury. I won by a margin of over 165kg, showing that even on a bad day, a strong foundation prevails.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/28173e6a-46ed-42fb-aaa6-aa5f311f9d22) - [Video: Here is my second attempt squat of 307.5kg at a state meet. I failed my first attempt but came back stronger. I teach my lifters how to recover from a missed lift and stay in the fight.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9d02bd30-7240-4e66-8222-4468adb63312) - [Video: A post-competition celebration with Team Balarka. We secured the Women's Team Runners-Up trophy, and I personally set three new state records and won a gold medal. Success is always sweeter when shared with the team.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b3e7302c-8247-4800-85e7-1ccff2bfd9ec) - [Video: A glimpse of the focus required on the competition platform. Mindset is greater than everything. I prepare my lifters to be mentally unbreakable when they step on stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/327d3867-5848-49a5-9e7f-ea722f49a40d) - [Video: My first time competing in a Strongman arena. I attempted 212.5kg and realized I have more in the tank. I am always learning and executing, a principle I apply to both my lifting and my coaching.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/750ba01f-6f58-4d5d-8326-34c3e2d8e478) - [Video: A 310kg deadlift at a district championship. The message is simple: while others doubt, I continue to elevate my performance. Let your results do the talking.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6d3bc419-836b-4b47-ac3b-9a301a1292e3) - [Video: A 315kg deadlift to claim the Gold Medal in the 105kg Senior Category. As a coach, I lead by example, setting new standards and showing what is possible with dedication.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/75147907-db8f-4722-9472-81dd92b80c85) - [Video: A quick recap of the State Benchpress Championship, where I took home the gold. It's not just about the lifting, but the celebration and camaraderie with the team afterward.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0e6b26a0-969e-43e8-a63e-5d8eac257f09) - [Video: Winning the Gold Medal at the Senior State Benchpress Championship with a 202.5kg lift. This was possible because of the unwavering support of my incredible team. We lift each other up.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/710e813c-19fd-49a9-b5f1-be07cbb2eb3b) - [Video: A look back at my journey, from being a fan in the crowd to lifting heavy on the platform myself. I am happy and blessed to be a kid of Hanuman Ji forever.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d33e7c99-0a37-4216-becf-9b1938cdb42f) - ![A throwback to my time competing at the Commonwealth Championships. The focus and intensity required at the international level are immense. I prepare my athletes for this pressure.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/13f6150d-afa8-482f-a2dc-f04d28d4d416) - ![Another shot from the Commonwealth stage, getting under a heavy squat. Every detail, from the walkout to the depth, is something we drill in training.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6eae5c99-e054-471e-994a-69b1c6b9edc2) - ![The moment before descending into a heavy squat at the Commonwealth Championships. This is where all the training, visualization, and mental preparation come together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eedb41ca-9c7c-4feb-b3e7-48b23f66d189) - ![Executing a squat at the Commonwealth Powerlifting Championships. Competing for India is the greatest honor, and I bring that same level of dedication to my coaching.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b2d8de91-867d-415f-850a-c2305d59c50d) - ![Focused and ready under the bar at the 2019 Commonwealth Championships in Canada. Experience on the international stage is invaluable, and I pass that knowledge on to my lifters.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c936b313-2d32-487e-b2bd-b50b97648c98) - ![Another angle of my squat at the Commonwealth competition. The atmosphere of an international meet is electric, and I coach my athletes on how to thrive in it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/60a8e5b1-b0b6-4505-9b59-acc6097b0236) ## About Competition Dominance: On the Platform Preparing for a meet goes beyond just hitting your 1RMs in the gym. I focus heavily on attempt selection, managing the chaos of meet day, and the mental shift required when the bar is loaded. If you are guessing your openers or panicking in the warm-up room, you are leaving kilos on the platform. There is a massive difference between a gym lifter and a competition lifter. In the gym, you have time. On the platform, you have three minutes to own your decision. I teach my athletes that the lift actually begins the moment you approach the bar. We cover specific technical cues for Squat, Bench, and Deadlift that hold up under maximal pressure, whether you are lifting raw or equipped. I also handle your peaking phase, including specific programming and nutrition strategies for weight cuts, so you step on the scale hitting your category without losing strength. We work on the Big 3 technical breakdowns—fixing weak points like lockout, grip, or stance—before they become bad habits. When things go wrong, as they often do, we rely on the mindset training I have built over years of competing. I know what it is like to black out during warm-ups or battle injuries while leading a team. My coaching ensures that when you step onto that platform, you aren't just relying on your muscles; you are relying on a strategy that has been tested in the heat of national competition. Whether it is handling competition-day nerves, selecting your third attempts, or adjusting strategy on the fly, you will not be walking out there alone. If you have the discipline, we will get the results. ## About Vishwanath Bhaskar I am Vishwa. I don't train lifters to just participate; I train them to dominate. If you have the fire to push your limits and the discipline to follow the plan, I will help you rewrite your personal records. 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