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Author: Ihor Shymechko

Ihor has been a professional weightlifter since 1996, boasting over two decades of competition experience. His notable achievements include clinching the European Championship in 2009 and securing a silver medal in the 105kg division at the Senior World Championships in 2011. Ihor represented his country in the 2008, 2012, and 2016 Summer Olympics. After retiring from competitive weightlifting, he transitioned to coaching, leveraging his vast experience to guide athletes who now compete on both national and international stages.
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Squat Rack in Apartment: The Best Way to Set It Up

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 22, 2022October 10, 2024 Updated:October 10, 2024

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Assault Bike vs Echo Bike - Which One Should You Get?
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Assault Bike vs Echo Bike – Which One Should You Get?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 22, 2022October 9, 2024 Updated:October 9, 2024

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Full Rack vs Half Rack: Everything You Need to Know

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 21, 2022October 12, 2024 Updated:October 12, 2024

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Power Rack vs Squat Rack - Which One Should You Get?
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Power Rack vs Squat Rack – Which One Should You Get?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 21, 2022October 13, 2024 Updated:October 13, 2024

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Rogue Echo Bike Review 2025

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 19, 2022October 9, 2024 Updated:October 9, 2024

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Assault Bike vs Peloton: Which One Should You Get?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 19, 2022October 7, 2024 Updated:October 7, 2024

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Assault Bike vs Rower – Which One to Choose?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 19, 2022October 7, 2024 Updated:October 7, 2024

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Assault Airbike Review
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Assault Airbike Review 2025

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 17, 2022October 9, 2024 Updated:October 9, 2024

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PVC vs Rubber vs Urethane Dumbbells: Which to Choose?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 16, 2022August 6, 2024 Updated:August 6, 2024

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Are Nike Blazers Good for Lifting?
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Are Nike Blazers Good for Lifting?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 12, 2022October 8, 2024 Updated:October 8, 2024

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Bench Press Will Never Be the Same
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Bench Press Will Never Be the Same

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 12, 2022August 12, 2024 Updated:August 12, 2024

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How Much Do Dumbbells Cost & Why are Some Expensive?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 9, 2022August 5, 2024 Updated:August 5, 2024

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Deadlifting With Squat Shoes: 5 Reasons Why You Should Not

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 8, 2022October 8, 2024 Updated:October 8, 2024

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Are Converse Good for Lifting? Let’s Find Out Together

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 8, 2022October 8, 2024 Updated:October 8, 2024

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Are Adjustable Dumbbells Worth It: Adjustable Dumbbells vs Fixed
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Are Adjustable Dumbbells Worth It: Adjustable Dumbbells vs Fixed

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 8, 2022October 8, 2024 Updated:October 8, 2024

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Deadlift Belt Position: Where Exactly & How Tight?
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Deadlift Belt Position: Where Exactly & How Tight?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 8, 2022November 23, 2024 Updated:November 23, 2024

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How Do Adjustable Dumbbells Work?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 8, 2022August 5, 2024 Updated:August 5, 2024

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Are Wrestling Shoes Good for Lifting: Here’s Why It’s Worth the Try
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Are Wrestling Shoes Good for Lifting: Here’s Why It’s Worth the Try

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 7, 2022October 8, 2024 Updated:October 8, 2024

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Weighted Dips: Everything You Need to Know
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Weighted Dips: Everything You Need to Know

ByIhor Shymechko Published:September 6, 2022October 13, 2024 Updated:October 13, 2024

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Bench Press With Resistance Bands: is it Better?
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Bench Press With Resistance Bands: is it Better?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:August 31, 2022October 8, 2024 Updated:October 8, 2024

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Weider Adjustable Dumbbell Set Review (2025)

ByIhor Shymechko Published:August 30, 2022August 10, 2024 Updated:August 10, 2024

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Core Home Fitness Adjustable Dumbbell Set Review (2025)
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Core Home Fitness Adjustable Dumbbell Set Review (2025)

ByIhor Shymechko Published:August 29, 2022August 10, 2024 Updated:August 10, 2024

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6 Best Weight Lifting Belts For Big Guys in 2025

ByIhor Shymechko Published:August 29, 2022November 22, 2024 Updated:November 22, 2024

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Leather vs Nylon vs Cotton Lifting Straps: Which to Choose?
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Leather vs Nylon vs Cotton Lifting Straps: Which to Choose?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:August 27, 2022August 6, 2024 Updated:August 6, 2024

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AtivaFit Adjustable Dumbbell Review (2025)

ByIhor Shymechko Published:August 18, 2022August 10, 2024 Updated:August 10, 2024

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MX Select MX55 Adjustable Dumbbells Review (Quick-Change Selectorized Dumbbells) (2025)

ByIhor Shymechko Published:August 16, 2022October 8, 2024 Updated:October 8, 2024

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NordicTrack Adjustable Dumbbells Review (Select-a-Weight Model)

ByIhor Shymechko Published:August 12, 2022September 9, 2024 Updated:September 9, 2024

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Are Basketball Shoes Good for Lifting?
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Are Basketball Shoes Good for Lifting?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:August 9, 2022October 8, 2024 Updated:October 8, 2024

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Knee Wraps vs. Sleeves: Which One Do You Need?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:August 8, 2022October 10, 2024 Updated:October 10, 2024

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11 Best Figure 8 Lifting Straps in 2025

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 27, 2022August 6, 2024 Updated:August 6, 2024

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