Powerlifting VS Bodybuilding
What made you decide that you wanted to PL and not BB??
I feel that PL is a little bit more fun because of the chalaging(sp?) workouts. I though I trained hard when I was bbing but damn was I wrong the intensity of PL'ing is insane.
But bodybuilding has the advantage of feeling the pump in every muscle and that is pure enjoyment.
PL'ers also have the advantage that they can bulk year round :lol:
I think I will continue to do both in periods depending on how I feel because both have there downsides and uppsides.
I mean when I am on the beach I am rather a cut bodybuilder then a chubby powerlifter, but when I am in the gym I am rather a powerlifter so I can humiliate all the bodybuilders :wg:
Re: Powerlifting VS Bodybuilding
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Originally posted by johan
I mean when I am on the beach I am rather a cut bodybuilder then a chubby powerlifter, but when I am in the gym I am rather a powerlifter so I can humiliate all the bodybuilders :wg:
That's funny. I don't think I've ever been humiliated by a powerlifter. Usually they are the ones that are all covered in sweatshirts and baggy pants hiding their physiques. :D
Honestly though, I don't think there is that much of a difference. Somebody said they didn't grow from a high volume routine. Who said bodybuilders only use high volume? I do powerlifting movements, I just don't use singles. My rep schemes vary all the time. The key is a combination of exercises and sets and reps and everything else. It just takes time to figure out what works fo you.
I'm more about my physique than how much I can lift, even though, I am pretty strong. That is the only difference between BB & PL. What matters more?
Re: Re: Powerlifting VS Bodybuilding
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Originally posted by superbeast
That's funny. I don't think I've ever been humiliated by a powerlifter. Usually they are the ones that are all covered in sweatshirts and baggy pants hiding their physiques. :D
Honestly though, I don't think there is that much of a difference. Somebody said they didn't grow from a high volume routine. Who said bodybuilders only use high volume? I do powerlifting movements, I just don't use singles. My rep schemes vary all the time. The key is a combination of exercises and sets and reps and everything else. It just takes time to figure out what works fo you.
I'm more about my physique than how much I can lift, even though, I am pretty strong. That is the only difference between BB & PL. What matters more?
Good point, I categorised a little bit to much, sure there are ripped powerlifters and super strong bodybuilders, all a question of the persons prioritys and genetics. The way of training just reflects the goals of that person.