LIBERTY BARBELL HIGH SCHOOL POWERLIFTING

Powerlifting is open to all male and female High School students.  The sport of Powerlifting focuses on three main lifts: the squat, bench press, and deadlift. It's a strength-based sport that enhances overall athletic performance by building core strength, power, and endurance. Powerlifting helps improve muscle strength, mental toughness, and overall athletic ability, complementing other sports like football, basketball, and track. It also encourages discipline and goal-setting.

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Practice/training will be held thrice weekly, beginning November 20th and concluding March 1st, 2025. Anticipated training days will be on M-W-F, with a cap of 15 athletes per session. The team cap is 60 student-athletes.  

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All workouts will be held at

Liberty Barbell

27109 Independence Ave, Suite 101-102

Sioux Falls, SD 57108

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"Tentative" SF Christian Competition Schedule:

• December 7th- Mitchell, SD- High School Only. They only allow 15 lifters, so we use this for experienced lifters to get a benchmark. We typically use an estimated 1RM (one-rep max) for all athletes at the start of the season.

• December 21st- Sioux Falls Lincoln HS (Girls Only)

• January 18th- Baltic, SD- High School Only

• February 8th- Sioux Falls Washington HS (Girls Only)

• March 1st- SD High School State @ Baltic (Co-Ed)

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The program, led by Jonathan (Jona) Leo, offers specialized powerlifting coaching, individualized training programs, and strength development tailored for student-athletes. All programs focus on safety, technique, and gradual progression.