By Marko on Feb 1, 2010 in Apparel | 0 Comments
Talcum powder, also known as baby powder, is composed of talc mineral (hydrated magnesium silicate or H2Mg3(SiO3)4). It is used as a lubricant in sports like powerlifting for keeping the legs smooth and basketball for keeping the hands dry.
Baby Powder Use in Powerlifting
Deadlift (Depending on your technique, at some point during the lift the bar [...]
By Marko on Jan 31, 2010 in Apparel | 0 Comments
Magnesium carbonate is a white solid that occurs in nature as a mineral (MgCO3). More commonly it is referred to as the gym chalk or climbing chalk due to its use in sports like powerlifting, weightlifting, gymnastics, rock climbing and athletics (shot put, javelin throw, hammer throw, discus throw).
Magnesium carbonate acts as a drying [...]
By Marko on Nov 23, 2009 in Deadlift, Exercises, For Beginners | 4 Comments
Deadlift is the third of three events performed in a powerlifting competition. It is one of the most important strength training movements for the upper body, especially the back. In my opinion this exercise requires the least technique compared to bench press and squat. Nonetheless, straightforwardness and simplicity is what made it so popular.
The deadlift [...]
