The Barbell Journal

Stay up to date & be the first to know about new Texas Power Bar releases by joining the list.

Best Chalk for Weightlifting: Types & Uses Explained

Best Chalk for Weightlifting: Types & Uses Explained

A complete guide to lifting chalk, including block chalk, powder chalk, and liquid chalk for better grip during workouts.

How to Choose a Weightlifting Belt | Complete Belt Guide

How to Choose a Weightlifting Belt | Complete Belt Guide

A complete guide to powerlifting and weightlifting belts, including features, materials, and tips for choosing the right fit.

Home Gym Barbells Explained: Which Bar Is Right For Me?

Home Gym Barbells Explained: Which Bar Is Right For Me?

Learn how to choose a reliable barbell for your home gym, including power bars, Olympic bars, specialty bars, and what to look for in quality equipment.

2026 IPF Powerlifting Rules Explained: What Lifters Need to Know

2026 IPF Powerlifting Rules Explained: What Lifters Need to Know

Learn how IPF powerlifting rules, platform standards, and equipment approvals shape competition and spark ongoing discussion.

Sumo vs. Conventional Deadlift: The Debate That's Tearing the Powerlifting World Apart

Sumo vs. Conventional Deadlift: The Debate That's Tearing the Powerlifting World Apart

Sumo vs. conventional deadlift explained. Learn the benefits of training both stances, how they differ, and how equipment choice impacts performance.

Top 3 Common Bench Press Mistakes

Top 3 Common Bench Press Mistakes

Learn the top bench press mistakes holding lifters back and how to fix them. Improve your bench setup, bar path, and consistency under the bar.