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The Grind: Serious Powerlifting Training & Lifestyle

byPankaj TyagiOnline coaching available; Train in-person at Najafgarh studio or across NCRStarts from3,000 per monthView full gallery

Strength isn't given, it's earned. This is where the real work happens—accessory training, technique building, and the grit behind the big numbers.

Nothing is over until you stop trying. The physique is a byproduct of the strength we build.

People ask why I'm building a body when I'm a powerlifter. Strength and physique go hand in hand.

Building a strong upper back with 220kg shrugs. Accessory work is crucial for big lifts.

A moment of focus in the gym, my second home.

Trying Zercher squats for the first time. We are always experimenting with new ways to get stronger.

Hydration is key to recovery and performance.

Taking a moment to rest between sets. The gym is where I find my peace.

The feeling after completing 50 reps of 180kg squats. Utterly exhausted but satisfied.

A candid moment in the gym. This is my world.

Getting geared up for a heavy lift. The focus is intense.

About The Grind: Training & Lifestyle

You won't find flashy gym machines here. I focus on heavy accessory work—like 50kg dumbbell rows and massive shrugs—because that is what builds the foundation for a 351kg deadlift. If you think bodybuilding and powerlifting are separate worlds, you are wrong, because size is just the byproduct of moving raw iron.

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