Featured Powerlifting Results and Champion Athletes
These aren't just PRs; they are the result of meticulous technique and stubborn grit. See the work behind the medals, records, and podium finishes from Team Strength Mob.
This is what history looks like. Pooja Bhatt becomes the only female athlete in India to deadlift over 200kg on the platform, pulling 201kg to set a new national record. This lift is a testament to her incredible strength and perseverance.
Here I am with my athlete Shweta, an Asian Champion and record holder. A dental surgeon and a mother, she proves that with dedication, you can balance a demanding career, family, and elite-level powerlifting. Her journey is a true inspiration.
National Champion Sharvari Karnik. This image captures the culmination of a grueling 12-week prep where she added 20kg to her total, securing the gold at the British Nationals. This is the result of pure grind and glory.
This is where the work happens. An in-person technique session, focusing on the squat. I am guiding my athlete through the unrack, breathing, and bracing cues. Mastering these fundamentals is the key to lifting heavy and staying injury-free.
A flawless 142.5kg sumo deadlift from Sharvari at the British Open. We focus heavily on technique, and this lift shows perfect form under pressure, securing her lead and ultimately the championship.
A conversation with Deepa, a mother of two special needs children who added nearly 100kg to her total in just seven months of coaching. Her story is about more than just lifting; it's about mental resilience and finding strength through life's greatest challenges.
An athlete executing a powerful 270kg deadlift at the Maharashtra State Championship. We work to build raw strength from the ground up, and this lift demonstrates the lockout power we develop in our male and female athletes.
Breaking down the science of the "Big Three" lifts at a powerlifting workshop. My coaching is built on a technical foundation, ensuring every athlete understands the 'why' behind their training, from stacking and bracing in the squat to leg drive in the bench.
From a debilitating back injury to winning a medal at his first meet. This is what our rehab and strength program can do. We don't just build lifters; we rebuild them, stronger and more resilient than before.
Another angle of Pooja's historic 201kg national record deadlift. You can see the immense strain and the final triumphant lockout. This is the grind I talk about, pushing through when everything tells you to stop.
About Featured
When you see these lifts, you are seeing the output of thousands of hours of technical repetition. Whether we are chasing a 200kg deadlift or rehabbing a chronic back injury, my focus is always on biomechanical efficiency. I do not just write programs; I monitor bar path, bracing, and attempt selection, because small technical adjustments are exactly what determine if you hit the podium or go home empty-handed.
The Grind Behind the Medals
Powerlifting results are rarely linear. Take Pooja Bhatt, who became the first female athlete in India to pull 201kg on the platform. That lift wasn't just strength; it was the result of managing training loads through the reality of her physical struggles. Similarly, Sharvari Karnik’s gold at the British Nationals, or Shweta winning gold at the Asian Championships while balancing a career as a dental surgeon, proves that elite performance is accessible if you manage your variables correctly.
Why Technique Matters More Than Ego
The most common mistake I see is lifters ignoring the 'why' behind their training. My coaching focuses on:
- Biomechanical Efficiency: We fix energy leaks in your squat depth, bench arch, and deadlift slack pull.
- Injury Management: We do not stop training because of pain; we modify the load to build resilience around the injury. I have taken lifters from back injuries to bronze medal podiums by stripping away ego lifting and focusing on tissue capacity.
- Strategic Meet Prep: A competition is won or lost on attempt selection. I handle the strategy, from openers to final attempts, so you can focus entirely on the execution.
Who We Coach
I work with anyone who is serious—whether you are a student, a working professional, or a masters-level athlete. My philosophy is simple: we start exactly where you are, identify your bottlenecks, and build your total. If you are ready to stop guessing and start training with intent, let’s get to work.
Vedant Pawnikar
I am Vedant, and I do not believe in quick fixes. I coach powerlifters who are ready to put in the honest work—the kind that gets you on the podium. Whether you are dealing with a recurring injury or chasing your first national record, my role is to give you the exact technical roadmap to get there.
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