Building Raw Strength: Powerlifting & Fundamental Lifts
I do not follow fitness trends or shortcuts. My approach to powerlifting and foundational lifting is rooted in exercise physiology, helping you build real strength through proper mechanics and data-driven load monitoring.
A heavy deadlift in progress. This lift is the ultimate test of strength and a cornerstone for developing the posterior chain, crucial for power in any sport.
This is me pulling a 240kg deadlift. I don't just coach strength, I live it. This level of personal experience informs every program I design.
Another 240kg deadlift. Consistency with heavy loads is key to breaking plateaus and achieving new personal records in strength training.
Performing a 255kg trap bar deadlift for reps. The trap bar is a great tool for lifting heavy with less strain on the lower back, making it an excellent variation for athletes.
Executing a 190kg back squat for reps. Squats are fundamental for building leg strength, core stability, and overall athletic power.
Here I demonstrate the front squat, explaining in Kannada how its upright posture targets the quadriceps more effectively than a back squat. It's a superior exercise for quad development.
A 220kg block deadlift for 5x5. Block pulls are a great accessory lift to improve the lockout portion of the deadlift and build upper back strength.
Performing Romanian Deadlifts (RDLs). This variation is essential for isolating the hamstrings and glutes, improving hip hinge mechanics, and preventing injury.
This video shows a 150kg lift that transitions into a bicep curl. While partly a joke, it demonstrates the kind of foundational strength that allows for control over heavy weights.
A progression of heavy trap bar lifts, starting from 225kg and moving up to 255kg with chains. Accommodating resistance with chains helps build explosive power through the entire range of motion.
About Building Raw Strength: Powerlifting & Foundational Lifts
Real strength is not built by guesswork. In these sessions, we focus on mastering compound movements like the squat and deadlift by optimizing your form and mechanics. I monitor your fatigue levels to ensure you are lifting heavy without risking injury, promoting consistent progress rather than temporary gains.
Why Science-Based Lifting Matters
Most gym-goers rely on imitation or bro-science, which often leads to plateaus or injuries. With an MSc in Exercise Physiology, I remove the uncertainty. When you train for raw strength, we look at your biological markers, movement patterns, and leverage. My coaching in Srirampura focuses on the big movements: back squats, front squats, and various deadlift styles including conventional and trap bar.
The Training Approach
- Technique Correction: We start with your current capability. If you are struggling with your squat depth or deadlift lockout, we break the movement down. I provide granular feedback on bracing, breathing, and bar path, ensuring you are not just moving weight, but moving it efficiently.
- Data-Driven Loads: I utilize heart rate monitoring and load management protocols to prevent overtraining. We do not just add more weight to the bar every session. We work in cycles, managing your total volume and intensity so you stay in the game long-term.
- Injury Prevention: Compound lifts demand respect. I teach plyometrics for landing mechanics and focus heavily on posterior chain development through RDLs and trap bar work, which reduces lower back strain while building explosive power.
Where We Train
All in-person coaching takes place at Alpha Bodyworks in Srirampura. The facility is equipped for serious strength work, including sled tracks, squat racks, and trap bars. Whether you are an athlete in the Pro Kabaddi League or a lifter looking to break your PR, the environment is geared toward performance, not just aesthetics.
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