What is a Powersport

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Today there are many strength sports. This is the well-known powerlifting, strongman, arm wrestling, weightlifting. Powersport can also be added here.

However, not many have heard of this new power discipline..

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Description and application

Biceps curl technique

Standing Strict Press Technique

Advantages

faq

So what is power sports? This is a kind of offshoot of powerlifting. An interesting and promising sport is biathlon. It consists of two exercises: a strict lifting of the biceps with a standing barbell and a bench press with a standing barbell. The sum of two movements at once is considered, that is, the result in the competition is added up.

Can be used by many strength athletes. Ideally, of course, strongers and powerlifters, although it is possible or bodybuilders who want to develop strength skills

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Strict bicep curl: technique features and mistakes

The first of the power sports exercises should be performed strictly according to the instructions. You need to remove the bar from the rack. Take the starting position. Hands need to be straightened at the elbows. It is allowed to hold the bar only with a direct grip, there are no requirements for the width, as well as for setting the legs. When lifting, knees are straight.

It is necessary to sound Curl, then the athlete begins to perform the movement and fix the bar at the top.

Down signal - the athlete lowers the sports equipment, returning it to its original position.

Strict bicep curls may or may not count. There are several reasons for this:

The athlete moved in random order;
The knees were bent in the starting position or when the projectile was moving up;
feet were torn off the platform;
The hull was tilted forward when the movement had not yet begun.

This power discipline can be carried out independently of power sports, in particular by the WRPF. In this case, there is one feature: the athlete rests on the surface with his back and buttocks. Read the detailed guide on strict bicep curls with emphasis.

Strict bench press: performance specifics

Standing barbell press requires the competitor to remove the barbell. He takes the starting position, which implies holding the bar with bent arms at shoulder level, an even stance, and feet that do not come off the floor.

The knees should be straightened. The grip here is only open and standard.

In the first case, the thumb is at a level with the rest, and in the second case, the palms are directed forward.

Next comes the following:

the athlete, on a signal, presses the bar up above his head, while the elbow joints are completely straight - the position must be fixed;
when pressing, it is not allowed to take a position of bent knee joints, feet off the floor, or take steps, although it is allowed to tilt the body back;
as soon as the referee gives the signal, the bar is lowered.

The specified exercise may also not be counted. This happens in several situations. For example, if the feet were torn off, the knees were bent during the shvung, any movement was not performed on a signal. Also, all kinds of movements that make it possible to lighten the load, and other technical violations are not allowed..

Standards in powersports

To track your progress and understand at what level you are now, read the regulations.

Advantages

One of the main advantages of this sport is that power sports are relatively easier than powerlifting, since less working weight is lifted. The advantages include the fact that everyone can start playing power sports. Moreover, this can be done both at an amateur and professional level. Training can become a hobby or a life's work. It is enough to make an effort, to spend time, to turn from a beginner into an experienced athlete.

Question and answer

Is it possible for a person to practice without training?

Yes, power sports are available even to those who are just discovering the world of sports. For example, novice athletes.

Can girls and women do it?

Girls can also take up this direction in sports. The main thing is to choose a good coach and training program for yourself.

Can you do power sports at home?

The answer to this question is in the affirmative. Such a great opportunity helps to perform the exercises in a familiar and familiar environment. You will need a minimum of training equipment. This is a straight bar with a set of plates and a barbell rack. In principle, you can do without racks. If you want to train the bicep curl with an emphasis on the wall, you will also need to purchase an ez bar.