Tim Henriques on Everything Powerlifting & Gaming with his Kids

Tim Henriques is a coach, author, powerlifter and the Director of the National Personal Training Institute of VA/MD/DC. 

Tim has competed in powerlifting for 20 years. In college, Tim was named as an All-American Powerlifter with the USAPL.

In 2003, he deadlifted 700 lbs at 198 pounds which set a VA State Record. Besides powerlifting, Tim has also competed in strongman and arm-wrestling competitions. 

His book, All About Powerlifting, is one of the best resources for anyone looking to get ridiculously strong.

Besides lifting, Tim is a husband, father, and a lifelong gamer. 

Tim lives in Northern Virginia with his wife, kids, and dog.

In this episode we discuss:

• His gaming history
• Playing Diablo with his kids
• NPAL Atlanta
• Why powerlifting vs bodybuilding
• Ray Williams 1,005 pound squat
• Taking care of yourself while powerlifting
• Dieting for powerlifters
• Why it’s better for him to gain weight
• The day after a powerlifting meet
• Biggest mistake he made at his first competition
• The basic rules of powerlifting
• Squat stances
• Most common objection about powerlifting
• Tips for training like a powerlifter
• Fun questions
• Calves
• Improving your squat, bench, & deadlift
• Facebook
• Twitter
• All About Powerlifting