Hey guys! This is the Episode 2 of my Powerlifting Basics series: Powerlifter Gym Bag Essentials/ equipment! Hope you guys enjoy it!

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00:00 intro
00:59 disclaimer + general info
--I'm a raw powerlifter who competes in USAPL/IPF meets

Equipment equipment that you can/ need to use at a meet:
02:33 Shoes
-Nike Romaleos 4 (W 9 White) (squat and bench) $200 https://www.nike.com/t/romaleos-4-tra...
-Converse (deadlift) like $30 at TJ Maxx
-[I don't have but are good] Deadlift slippers: very thin (so you can get super close to the ground) and has grip at the bottom
(update: I now wear notorious lifts for deadlifts)

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04:18 Belt (squat, deadlift, and bench for some people)
-SBD 13 mm Lever Belt (S) $227.50 https://www.sbd-usa.com/product/2016-...
-Cheap prong (can only use a local meets) $43.00 https://www.amazon.com/Ader-Leather-L...
-Other recommendations: Pioneer, Inzer, A7, liftinglarge

06:40 knee sleeves (squat only)
-SBD Knee sleeves (M) $82.50 https://www.sbd-usa.com/product/7mm-k...

07:13 wrist wraps (squat and bench)
-SBD Wrist wraps (Flexible Medium) $42.50 https://www.sbd-usa.com/product/sbd-w...

Equipment that you can/ need to use at a meet:
08:50 Clothing: deadlift socks, a jacket to keep you warm
09:25 Chalk: ball $6 https://www.amazon.com/Z-Athletic-Gym...
10:17 Baby powder for deadlifts
10:44 Band for warmups, bench, assisted pull ups, weighted pull ups, etc
11:46 Foam roller
-Smooth: $18 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071P2MQ5D/...
-Textured: $25 https://www.costco.com/lolë-foam-roll...

[not in video because I don't use] Ammonia or smelling salts: people use them right before a heavy lift to trigger the release of adrenaline, which improves their alertness, focus, performance and potentially reduces lightheadedness and feelings of pain. There are side effects if you inhale large doses, so definitely don't use it regularly.

Tools for accessories (can’t use at a meet):
12:13 Hip thrust pad $15 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M7R4BIG/...
12:26 Straps $9 https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/...

Basic items:
13:28 Phone, charger, and headphones
-JLab Wireless Headphones $50 https://www.bestbuy.com/site/jlab-aud...
-Airpods https://www.apple.com/airpods/

14:43 Tripod $20
-The one I have that's not good: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SZHIESK/...
-I heard this one is good: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07...

15:15 Notebook + pencil + reasons why I like a notebook better than online

16:04 Water + snacks
16:43 General stuff: bandaids,, hair ties, etc.

[alse not in video because I don’t use]
-Protein: Take only if you feel like you aren’t getting enough protein in your diet. Pick protein sources that aren't too sweet. But balance is the key; excess protein in your body is not good!
-Pre workout and caffeine: Can make you less tired and hype you up. Cycle use to avoid dependency. (also if you're really tired it's better to not work out and get more sleep!)
-Creatine: It’s naturally in muscle cells, and it increases the body's ability to produce energy rapidly, so it helps your muscles produce energy during heavy lifting or high-intensity exercises.

17:15 outro

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