Barbell maintenance (knurling)

Purchasing and maintaining quality training equipment is important.  One thing not to skimp out on is quality of the barbell. We look for a barbell that will meet our performance and training requirements, and hold up to the rigors of daily training sessions by a large group of trainees. We run 29 barbells in our facility and invest time daily, weekly and monthly to ensure that they will last and perform for years to come.  

One important aspect of bar maintenance is keeping the knurling clean and clear of chalk, skin and other foreign bodies. We use a soft wire brush to clear the knurling, and then alcohol and a shop rag to disinfect and clean any remaining debris. 

Susan finishes big

Susan entered her first meet of the season, the Team Phoinix Powerlifting Bash. This was a local meet that was very well managed. Lots of great lifters went for personal bests in the Squat, Bench and Deadlift.

Susan had a very successful first meet, winning best female lifter, also setting a state record in the deadlift.  Congratulations on your success in training Susan. Here is a link to Washington State power lifting site: http://www.nwusapl.com/wa which is where you can get local meet information. 

Susan received the Best lifter trophy at the 2013 Team Phoinix powerlifting bash.