The Playeasy Warmup Podcast: Raising the Bar: Hosting and Growing USA Powerlifting Events
🎙️ In this episode of the Playeasy Warmup podcast, sponsored by Discover Davis Kerri interviews Heather Faas, the National Meet Director of USA Powerlifting. Heather shares her inspiring journey from a mom seeking personal goals to a leader in the powerlifting community. The conversation explores the basics of powerlifting, its inclusivity across ages & experience levels, & the support provided to first-time competitors. Heather discusses the essential elements of hosting successful powerlifting events & the ongoing efforts to expand the sport into new areas, highlighting the importance of community & accessibility.
Here’s some key takeaways:
- Heather Faas’s journey began as a mom seeking personal goals.
- Powerlifting consists of three main lifts: squat, bench, & deadlift.
- Competitors can start as young as eight years old.
- USA Powerlifting offers rookie meets to support new lifters.
- The sport has a low barrier to entry, requiring minimal equipment.
- Events can be hosted in various venues, from gyms to convention centers.
- Successful events require ample space & amenities for participants.
- Expanding powerlifting involves reaching grassroots areas & new states.
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