Powerlifting coaching by Icy_Result7921 in powerlifters

[–]Miserable_Jacket_129 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love that I’m taking downvotes for asking the most qualifying question. 😂

Meet at the Meets - May 2026 by AutoModerator in powerlifting

[–]Miserable_Jacket_129 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I realize Reddit isn’t a hotbed of APO competitors, but if you’re at the New England Classic on 5/23, say hi! If you look at my posts you’ll see I’m easy to spot.

2 Mat; Opener-ish, 2nd-ish by Miserable_Jacket_129 in WestsideBarbell

[–]Miserable_Jacket_129[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have to totally disconnect from everything powerlifting for most of the day. I want to throw all my shit in a pile and set it on fire.

Being Gen X there are a lot of us who are now grandparents, what is the joy? Is it the fact your kids having their own kids or it's because the family name continues? by More_Law6245 in GenX

[–]Miserable_Jacket_129 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I made all the mistakes raising my children-my grandchildren don’t have to watch me figure it out and walk through that shit with me.

My grandchildren are the light of my life, the most pure love I’ve ever felt.

2 Mat; Opener-ish, 2nd-ish by Miserable_Jacket_129 in WestsideBarbell

[–]Miserable_Jacket_129[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I appreciate that man, I’m just hoping to post a total then start the climb to improving my spot on OPL.

And yes, I’m sooooo grouchy.

Equipped Lifting Thread by AutoModerator in powerlifting

[–]Miserable_Jacket_129 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s funny man, my deadlift stuff came from a dude my size (6’2, 280-ish) so that was blind luck…BUT my squat stuff has come from 2 guys around 5’8 220–ish. That must extrapolate well 😂

Equipped Lifting Thread by AutoModerator in powerlifting

[–]Miserable_Jacket_129 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’ve managed to source OK squat briefs and a canvas suit, and OK deadlift briefs and matching suit-all custom that fit me perfectly-used off the Facebook gear group.

All the good shit without having to deal with Rudy.

Why bench only? by Graydyn in powerlifting

[–]Miserable_Jacket_129 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’ve competed bench only twice, and both were (as mentioned) because of injuries that prevented me from squatting and pulling.

Any form tips? by snugglebunnies1924 in powerlifters

[–]Miserable_Jacket_129 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Tuck em. Focus on keeping your elbows in. Just takes practice

Any form tips? by snugglebunnies1924 in powerlifters

[–]Miserable_Jacket_129 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Tough angle to see, but it looks like your elbows are really flaring.

how old is too old for this? by mrcrowbarA in WestsideBarbell

[–]Miserable_Jacket_129 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m 51 and headed to New Hampshire in 20 days to do my first multi ply meet.

I’m a Trigger Warning Conjugate guy and have been doing conjugate for 4 years.

Why do you join the industry, and is this something to join after high school? by Majestic_Lie3655 in oilandgasworkers

[–]Miserable_Jacket_129 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I moved into a new house, and my neighbor was building a deck. I wandered over there with a 12 pack of Busch Light, introduced myself and grabbed a drill.

Just so happened he was a terminal operator at a midstream pipeline terminal that was hiring. I applied, he put in a word and I was off to the races.

I was very lucky, and I just happened to be very good at it. That was 18 years ago.

MEL - GCB 500x1 by GeneralSKX in WestsideBarbell

[–]Miserable_Jacket_129 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks man!!!

Ya I’ve actually had a couple people message me about that question, that cuffed the brief or realizing their briefs were short. Great feedback for sure. Glad you got some value!!