Having trouble keeping your powerlifting community engaged and informed? Our Tool of the Day post templates are designed to help you effortlessly highlight useful resources, spark discussion, and make it easier for members to discover what works. Save time and deliver real value, every single day.
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Featuring a Tool of the Day taps into members' desire for practical advice and new discoveries, which keeps your powerlifting community learning and evolving together. By introducing relevant tools, apps, or resources, you give members tangible ways to improve their training, recovery, and results.
This approach also lowers the barrier to participation. Members are more likely to engage with posts that offer clear value, especially when invited to share their own experiences or opinions. Over time, these daily highlights build trust in your community as a go-to source for credible, up-to-date information.
Today's Tool of the Day is the Slingshot bench press aid. Have you tried it yet?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day is the Slingshot bench press aid. Have you tried it yet?"
Check out MyFitnessPal for tracking your macros. Share your favorite meal logging tips below.
💡 Example: "Check out MyFitnessPal for tracking your macros. Share your favorite meal logging tips below."
Have you used resistance bands for accessory work? Today's Tool of the Day is the EliteFTS Pro Band.
💡 Example: "Have you used resistance bands for accessory work? Today's Tool of the Day is the EliteFTS Pro Band."
Today's Tool of the Day is the Starting Strength book. How has it impacted your lifting?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day is the Starting Strength book. How has it impacted your lifting?"
Try the Rogue Ohio Power Bar for your next heavy lift. Anyone here already own one?
💡 Example: "Try the Rogue Ohio Power Bar for your next heavy lift. Anyone here already own one?"
Today's Tool of the Day: SBD knee sleeves. Are they worth the investment?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day: SBD knee sleeves. Are they worth the investment?"
Explore the StrongLifts 5x5 app for simple programming. Who else has used it?
💡 Example: "Explore the StrongLifts 5x5 app for simple programming. Who else has used it?"
Today's Tool of the Day is creatine monohydrate. Do you notice a difference in your training?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day is creatine monohydrate. Do you notice a difference in your training?"
Do you use lifting chalk? Our Tool of the Day is the Spider Chalk block.
💡 Example: "Do you use lifting chalk? Our Tool of the Day is the Spider Chalk block."
Try out the OpenPowerlifting database to track your meet results. Have you searched your name?
💡 Example: "Try out the OpenPowerlifting database to track your meet results. Have you searched your name?"
Today's Tool of the Day is a foam roller for recovery. How often do you use one?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day is a foam roller for recovery. How often do you use one?"
Check out the Gymshark 7mm lever belt for core support. Would you recommend it?
💡 Example: "Check out the Gymshark 7mm lever belt for core support. Would you recommend it?"
Today's Tool of the Day: BarSense app for tracking bar speed. Has anyone tried it?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day: BarSense app for tracking bar speed. Has anyone tried it?"
Do you use the JerkFit Death Grips for deadlifts? Our Tool of the Day for better grip.
💡 Example: "Do you use the JerkFit Death Grips for deadlifts? Our Tool of the Day for better grip."
Today's Tool of the Day is the Kabuki Strength Duffalo Bar. What lifts do you use it for?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day is the Kabuki Strength Duffalo Bar. What lifts do you use it for?"
Try the ExRx.net exercise database to learn new accessory movements.
💡 Example: "Try the ExRx.net exercise database to learn new accessory movements."
Today's Tool of the Day: The Renaissance Periodization diet app. Has it helped with your nutrition?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day: The Renaissance Periodization diet app. Has it helped with your nutrition?"
Check out the PowerliftingToWin YouTube channel for detailed reviews and tips.
💡 Example: "Check out the PowerliftingToWin YouTube channel for detailed reviews and tips."
Today's Tool of the Day is Gorilla Wear wrist wraps. Are you team wraps or sleeves?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day is Gorilla Wear wrist wraps. Are you team wraps or sleeves?"
Try the StrengthLevel calculator to estimate your maxes. How accurate was it for you?
💡 Example: "Try the StrengthLevel calculator to estimate your maxes. How accurate was it for you?"
Today's Tool of the Day: Mark Bell's Power Project podcast. Favorite episode recommendations?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day: Mark Bell's Power Project podcast. Favorite episode recommendations?"
Do you use the King Kong duffel bag for your gear? Today's Tool of the Day for organization.
💡 Example: "Do you use the King Kong duffel bag for your gear? Today's Tool of the Day for organization."
Try using the RP Hypertrophy app for accessory work programming.
💡 Example: "Try using the RP Hypertrophy app for accessory work programming."
Today's Tool of the Day is the Whoop fitness tracker. Does tracking recovery help you?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day is the Whoop fitness tracker. Does tracking recovery help you?"
Check out LiftingCast for meet day attempts and scoring. Anyone used it at a meet?
💡 Example: "Check out LiftingCast for meet day attempts and scoring. Anyone used it at a meet?"
Today's Tool of the Day: Rogue mono lift attachment. Is it a game changer for squats?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day: Rogue mono lift attachment. Is it a game changer for squats?"
Try the JuggernautAI app for custom programming. Share your results if you have used it.
💡 Example: "Try the JuggernautAI app for custom programming. Share your results if you have used it."
Today's Tool of the Day is the Mark Bell Hip Circle for warmups. Do you use it pre-squat?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day is the Mark Bell Hip Circle for warmups. Do you use it pre-squat?"
Have you explored Lift Vault for free program templates? Today's Tool of the Day for programming.
💡 Example: "Have you explored Lift Vault for free program templates? Today's Tool of the Day for programming."
Today's Tool of the Day: Inzer Forever lever belt. Worth the price tag?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day: Inzer Forever lever belt. Worth the price tag?"
Try the FitNotes app for easy workout logging. How do you track your sessions?
💡 Example: "Try the FitNotes app for easy workout logging. How do you track your sessions?"
Today's Tool of the Day is the Sumo Deadlift Guide from Barbell Medicine. Who has tried it?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day is the Sumo Deadlift Guide from Barbell Medicine. Who has tried it?"
Check out the IronMind Captains of Crush grip trainers. Do you train grip regularly?
💡 Example: "Check out the IronMind Captains of Crush grip trainers. Do you train grip regularly?"
Today's Tool of the Day: Stance deadlift socks for meet day. What brand do you use?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day: Stance deadlift socks for meet day. What brand do you use?"
Try the Powerlifting Watch site for meet schedules and results.
💡 Example: "Try the Powerlifting Watch site for meet schedules and results."
Today's Tool of the Day is GymAware for velocity-based training. Has anyone tested it?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day is GymAware for velocity-based training. Has anyone tested it?"
Check out the Nutrition Calculator from Layne Norton for meal planning.
💡 Example: "Check out the Nutrition Calculator from Layne Norton for meal planning."
Today's Tool of the Day: USAPL Membership Portal for managing meet entries.
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day: USAPL Membership Portal for managing meet entries."
Try the Reactive Training Systems website for free educational articles.
💡 Example: "Try the Reactive Training Systems website for free educational articles."
Today's Tool of the Day is the Gymreapers lever belt. How does it compare to your favorite?
💡 Example: "Today's Tool of the Day is the Gymreapers lever belt. How does it compare to your favorite?"
Check out the Powerlifting Motivation Instagram page for daily inspiration.
💡 Example: "Check out the Powerlifting Motivation Instagram page for daily inspiration."
Choose a tool or resource that aligns with your community's interests and training needs. Use the templates to introduce the tool, explain its benefits, and prompt members to try it or share feedback. Rotate between equipment, apps, books, and lesser-known resources to keep things fresh. Always include links or references when possible, and encourage ongoing discussion by following up on member responses.
For all platforms, pair your Tool of the Day post with a high-quality image or demo video when possible. Use platform features like polls or pinned posts to boost visibility. Respond to comments quickly to keep the conversation going, and tag relevant brands or creators for added reach.
Highlighting specific equipment in your Tool of the Day posts is a great way to educate your members on gear that might be overlooked, such as lever belts versus prong belts or neoprene versus elastic knee sleeves. Include details on how each tool impacts squat, bench, or deadlift performance, and encourage experienced members to share their firsthand experiences or set up a poll to gauge what tools your community uses most.
Powerlifting communities often have strong opinions on equipment like sumo slippers or specialty bars, which may not be allowed in all federations. Use the Tool of the Day post to educate members on federation rules and the intended use of these tools. Encourage respectful discussion by highlighting pros, cons, and legalities, and remind members that tool preferences are often personal and goal-dependent.
Tailor your Tool of the Day posts to address both newcomers and veterans by alternating between basic tools (like chalk or wrist wraps) and advanced items (like calibrated plates or squat suits). Include practical advice, such as when to introduce each tool into one's training cycle, and invite experienced lifters to share tips or stories, creating a blend of mentorship and peer learning.
Including technique tools such as squat boxes, bands, or chains broadens the conversation beyond just physical equipment. These tools are crucial for addressing sticking points and improving form, which many lifters struggle with. Use the templates to explain how and when to use these aids, and ask members to share their preferred accessory work for specific lifts.
When spotlighting high-risk tools like smelling salts, always include clear warnings and reference reputable guidelines for safe use. Explain potential risks, such as overreliance or misuse during training versus competition. Encourage members to consult with coaches before using such tools and to prioritize safety over hype.
Use Tool of the Day templates to compare affordable options with high-end gear, breaking down the pros, cons, and cost-benefit for each. For example, discuss when a beginner might benefit from simple cotton straps versus investing in a custom lever belt as they progress. Invite community feedback on favorite brands or DIY solutions, ensuring posts are inclusive for all financial backgrounds.
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