Want to bring some playful energy to your powerlifting community? Guessing games are an easy way to get everyone talking, laughing, and sharing their predictions. These templates make it simple to engage your members with fun, hassle-free prompts.
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Guessing games are rooted in our natural curiosity and desire to participate, making them a powerful tool for community engagement. By providing clues and inviting members to guess, you tap into a sense of competition and playful speculation that keeps conversations lively and inclusive. These games lower the barrier for participation, since there are no wrong answers and everyone can jump in without needing deep expertise.
For powerlifting communities, guessing games encourage members to share knowledge, personal experiences, and predictions in a supportive environment. They help break the ice, foster camaraderie, and can even spark deeper discussions about training, technique, and progress. The lighthearted tone makes it easy for both newcomers and seasoned lifters to take part, building a more connected and active group.
Guess which lift I hit a new PR on this week. Squat, bench, or deadlift?
💡 Example: "Guess which lift I hit a new PR on this week. Squat, bench, or deadlift?"
I added a new piece of equipment to my home gym. Can you guess what it is?
💡 Example: "I added a new piece of equipment to my home gym. Can you guess what it is?"
Which powerlifting meet lift do you think most lifters struggle with the most?
💡 Example: "Which powerlifting meet lift do you think most lifters struggle with the most?"
Guess how many days per week I train powerlifting.
💡 Example: "Guess how many days per week I train powerlifting."
Can you guess my favorite accessory exercise for bench press?
💡 Example: "Can you guess my favorite accessory exercise for bench press?"
I hit a new PR today. Was it on squat, bench, or deadlift?
💡 Example: "I hit a new PR today. Was it on squat, bench, or deadlift?"
Guess which powerlifting legend inspired me to start lifting.
💡 Example: "Guess which powerlifting legend inspired me to start lifting."
I changed up my squat stance recently. Wide, narrow, or shoulder-width - what did I pick?
💡 Example: "I changed up my squat stance recently. Wide, narrow, or shoulder-width - what did I pick?"
Which lift do you think I enjoy the most: squat, bench, or deadlift?
💡 Example: "Which lift do you think I enjoy the most: squat, bench, or deadlift?"
Guess the color of my lifting belt.
💡 Example: "Guess the color of my lifting belt."
Can you guess how many years I have been powerlifting?
💡 Example: "Can you guess how many years I have been powerlifting?"
My favorite gym snack is a classic powerlifting pick. Can you guess what it is?
💡 Example: "My favorite gym snack is a classic powerlifting pick. Can you guess what it is?"
Guess which lift I missed in my last meet.
💡 Example: "Guess which lift I missed in my last meet."
Can you guess my go-to hype song before a heavy set?
💡 Example: "Can you guess my go-to hype song before a heavy set?"
Guess which lift I find the hardest to improve.
💡 Example: "Guess which lift I find the hardest to improve."
I am prepping for a new meet. Guess which city it will be in.
💡 Example: "I am prepping for a new meet. Guess which city it will be in."
Can you guess the weight of my heaviest deadlift?
💡 Example: "Can you guess the weight of my heaviest deadlift?"
Guess what time of day I prefer training: morning, afternoon, or evening?
💡 Example: "Guess what time of day I prefer training: morning, afternoon, or evening?"
Which lift do you think most lifters skip on accessory days?
💡 Example: "Which lift do you think most lifters skip on accessory days?"
Guess which powerlifting meme always makes me laugh.
💡 Example: "Guess which powerlifting meme always makes me laugh."
My next goal is to hit a milestone on one lift. Guess which one.
💡 Example: "My next goal is to hit a milestone on one lift. Guess which one."
Can you guess my favorite brand for knee sleeves?
💡 Example: "Can you guess my favorite brand for knee sleeves?"
Guess which lift I am focusing on improving this month.
💡 Example: "Guess which lift I am focusing on improving this month."
I had my first powerlifting meet in which year? Take a guess.
💡 Example: "I had my first powerlifting meet in which year? Take a guess."
Guess how many plates I have loaded for my next squat set.
💡 Example: "Guess how many plates I have loaded for my next squat set."
Can you guess the most common injury in powerlifting?
💡 Example: "Can you guess the most common injury in powerlifting?"
Guess the number of meets I have competed in so far.
💡 Example: "Guess the number of meets I have competed in so far."
Which movement do you think is my weakest: squat, bench, or deadlift?
💡 Example: "Which movement do you think is my weakest: squat, bench, or deadlift?"
Can you guess what I use for post-workout recovery?
💡 Example: "Can you guess what I use for post-workout recovery?"
Guess which country had the most world record lifts last year.
💡 Example: "Guess which country had the most world record lifts last year."
I just switched my grip style on deadlift. Guess which one I use now.
💡 Example: "I just switched my grip style on deadlift. Guess which one I use now."
Guess which lift I start with on my training days.
💡 Example: "Guess which lift I start with on my training days."
Can you guess my favorite pre-workout drink?
💡 Example: "Can you guess my favorite pre-workout drink?"
What's your guess for the heaviest squat ever recorded?
💡 Example: "What's your guess for the heaviest squat ever recorded?"
Guess which lift I train with the most volume each week.
💡 Example: "Guess which lift I train with the most volume each week."
Can you guess the first cue I focus on for a heavy lift?
💡 Example: "Can you guess the first cue I focus on for a heavy lift?"
I am using a new brand of chalk. Guess which one it is.
💡 Example: "I am using a new brand of chalk. Guess which one it is."
Guess which powerlifting rule most first-timers forget during meets.
💡 Example: "Guess which powerlifting rule most first-timers forget during meets."
Can you guess what my first ever PR was?
💡 Example: "Can you guess what my first ever PR was?"
Guess which powerlifting federation I plan to compete in next.
💡 Example: "Guess which powerlifting federation I plan to compete in next."
To use these templates, simply copy and paste your favorite prompt into your community platform. You can post them as conversation starters, daily engagement posts, or even as part of a weekly or monthly challenge. Encourage members to reply with their guesses and consider following up with the correct answer or a fun reveal after some responses come in. Adjust clues to match your community's experience level, and always keep the tone supportive and fun.
For all platforms, post during peak activity times for your community and use a consistent hashtag or emoji to signal Guessing Game posts. Pin or highlight these posts to maximize visibility and encourage replies. Consider tagging active members to jumpstart engagement.
To engage your powerlifting group, post a guessing game template where members predict the exact weight a lifter will hit for their next PR attempt. Use terminology like 'attempt', 'opening lift', and include units (kg or lbs). Encourage lifters to share their training videos or attempt histories for context, and reveal the actual results after the attempt to drive follow-up discussion.
Design a template where members guess a lifter’s meet total or their Wilks/DOTS score based on shared training data or past meet results. Make sure to clarify bodyweight classes and federation standards, as these affect calculations. After the meet, post the actual results and highlight members who guessed closest, fostering friendly competition and analysis of performance.
Level the playing field by providing standardized clues, such as recent training maxes, block periodization details, or fatigue levels. Alternatively, run separate games for novices and advanced members, or randomize teams. This ensures that even those without deep programming knowledge can participate and enjoy the challenge.
Absolutely! Post clips or photos showing only a lifter’s technique (e.g., deadlift stance, squat bar position) or unique equipment (like specialty bars or belts) and have members guess who it is. Use community-specific gear references—like SBD sleeves or Kabuki bars—to add authenticity and spark equipment debates.
Create federation-specific templates where members guess outcomes based on federation rules, weight classes, or equipment allowances (e.g., raw vs. equipped). Highlight the differences—like depth requirements or weigh-in timing—to educate members while they play. This both engages and informs, especially for those interested in comparing federations.
Set clear judging standards in your template—reference the specific federation’s rules for squat depth, bench pause, or lockout. If possible, include official meet footage or side-angle videos for ambiguous lifts. Encourage respectful discussion and, when in doubt, defer to the federation’s decision or a community poll to settle disagreements.
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