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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.
What Is a Trap Bar And Why Do You Need It
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What Is a Trap Bar And Why Do You Need It?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 12, 2024August 8, 2024 Updated:August 8, 2024

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Are squat shoes worth it
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Are Squat Shoes Worth It? Benefits Explained

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 12, 2024October 9, 2024 Updated:October 9, 2024

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Squat Rack Guide
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Ultimate Squat Rack Guide: All To Know Before Buying

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 12, 2024October 13, 2024 Updated:October 13, 2024

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What Are the Main Types of Cable Machine Attachments?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 11, 2024July 11, 2024 Updated:July 11, 2024

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Ultimate Lat Pulldown Machine Guide: Types & Benefits Explained
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Ultimate Lat Pulldown Machine Guide: Types & Benefits Explained

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 11, 2024August 7, 2024 Updated:August 7, 2024

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Ultimate Kettlebell Guide: Types, Benefits, Buying Tips 
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Ultimate Kettlebell Guide: Types, Benefits, Buying Tips 

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 11, 2024August 7, 2024 Updated:August 7, 2024

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Ultimate Safety Squat Bar Guide: Benefits Explained

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 11, 2024October 12, 2024 Updated:October 12, 2024

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6 Incline Treadmill Benefits: Do You Need One?
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6 Incline Treadmill Benefits: Do You Need One?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 9, 2024October 12, 2024 Updated:October 12, 2024

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Ultimate Bumper Plates Guide: All You Need To Know Before Buying

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 9, 2024August 27, 2024 Updated:August 27, 2024

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Budget Treadmill Vs Expensive Treadmill
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Budget Treadmill Vs Expensive Treadmill

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 8, 2024October 7, 2024 Updated:October 7, 2024

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Points to know about cheap and expensive rowing machines
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Budget Rowing Machines Vs Expensive Models

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 7, 2024July 7, 2024 Updated:July 7, 2024

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Budget vs Expensive Exercise Bike

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 7, 2024August 6, 2024 Updated:August 6, 2024

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Barbells buying guide
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Ultimate Barbell Guide: All To Know Before Buying

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 6, 2024July 6, 2024 Updated:July 6, 2024

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Are Adjustable Kettlebells Worth It?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 5, 2024July 5, 2024 Updated:July 5, 2024

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Ultimate Air Bike Buying Guide: Benefits Explained

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 4, 2024October 9, 2024 Updated:October 9, 2024

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Training on Ab Machine
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Ultimate Ab Machine Guide: All You Need to Know Before Buying

ByIhor Shymechko Published:July 3, 2024August 1, 2024 Updated:August 1, 2024

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7 Mejores Singlets Para Powerlifting 2025

ByIhor Shymechko Published:June 30, 2024August 12, 2024 Updated:August 12, 2024

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Los Mejores Pantalones de Levantamiento
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8 Mejores pantalones cortos deportivos (2025)

ByIhor Shymechko Published:June 29, 2024July 30, 2024 Updated:July 30, 2024

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Mejores Cuerdas Para Saltar
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14 Mejores Cuerdas Para Saltar en 2024

ByIhor Shymechko Published:June 29, 2024October 10, 2024 Updated:October 10, 2024

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7 Springseile Boxen Test und Empfehlungen (2025)

ByIhor Shymechko Published:June 25, 2024October 10, 2024 Updated:October 10, 2024

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11 Mejores Straps en Forma de 8 (2025)

ByIhor Shymechko Published:June 23, 2024July 1, 2024 Updated:July 1, 2024

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7 Mejores calleras para gym (2025)

ByIhor Shymechko Published:June 20, 2024July 1, 2024 Updated:July 1, 2024

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11 Mejores Rodilleras Para Gym en 2025

ByIhor Shymechko Published:June 17, 2024August 3, 2024 Updated:August 3, 2024

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Front Squat vs Back Squat
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Front Squat vs Back Squat: Do You Need Both?

ByIhor Shymechko Published:June 12, 2024August 30, 2024 Updated:August 30, 2024

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Prilepin’s Chart Guide: Optimize Your Lifts

ByIhor Shymechko Published:May 26, 2024September 23, 2024 Updated:September 23, 2024

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weightlifting percentage chart
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Weightlifting Percentage Chart: Benefits & How to Use It

ByIhor Shymechko Published:May 23, 2024September 25, 2024 Updated:September 25, 2024

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Does Squatting Make You Shorter: Unpacking Myths and Facts

ByIhor Shymechko Published:April 28, 2024September 23, 2024 Updated:September 23, 2024

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Squat Pyramid: What Is It & How To Create Your Own

ByIhor Shymechko Published:April 25, 2024September 24, 2024 Updated:September 24, 2024

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Do Squats Work Lower Back? How to Engage It Safely

ByIhor Shymechko Published:April 24, 2024August 1, 2024 Updated:August 1, 2024

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5 Best Massage Guns for Runners in 2025

ByIhor Shymechko Published:April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 Updated:April 23, 2024

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