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Emil Krastev - Powerlifting Coach

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📩Full time coach @_strength.squad
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Is it true? 👀 by @ekrustew

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20 hours ago

230kg | 506lbs

Gym @strength.squad.gym
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Equipped @sbd.bulgaria @sbdapparel
Apparel @_silentworker EMIL
Shoes @avancusofficial - EMIL
VBT @vitruvefit - EMIL10
Supps @gdsuppsbg - EMIL30
Rack/Barbell @strengthshopeurope EMIL5
Coach @kedric.reformance
Rehab @powerlifting_physio by @ekrustew

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3 days ago

Many people quit powerlifting or never start in the first place because they think every workout needs to be 3 hours long.

The reality is that this mindset is often what prevents them from making good progress.

If you have a job, school, family, or other responsibilities, it’s hard to stay consistent when you believe every session has to take half of your day.

For most lifters, a well-structured 60–90 minute session is more than enough to get stronger and make great progress.

I’m not talking about elite athletes trying to squeeze out every last 1% of performance. I’m talking about the majority of lifters who want to get stronger, improve their totals, and fit training into a normal life.

Train with purpose. Warm up efficiently. Control your rest periods. Get the work done.

The problem usually isn’t that you don’t have enough time to train. It’s that you’re not using the time you already have efficiently. by @ekrustew

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320kg | 704lbs - 3s
Sometimes we cannot change what is happening around us, but we should never stop believing that we will overcome it through God’s strength.

“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” - Joshua 1:9

May we walk by faith, not by sight, and remain steadfast in every trial, knowing that He is with us.

Gym @strength.squad.gym
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Equipped @sbd.bulgaria @sbdapparel
Apparel @_silentworker EMIL
Shoes @avancusofficial - EMIL
VBT @vitruvefit - EMIL10
Supps @gdsuppsbg - EMIL30
Rack/Barbell @strengthshopeurope EMIL5
Coach @kedric.reformance
Rehab @powerlifting_physio by @ekrustew

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8 days ago

Paused DL 320kg fatigue single
Comp bench 220kg x 2s
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Gym @strength.squad.gym
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Equipped @sbd.bulgaria @sbdapparel
Apparel @_silentworker EMIL
Shoes @avancusofficial - EMIL
VBT @vitruvefit - EMIL10
Supps @gdsuppsbg - EMIL30
Rack/Barbell @strengthshopeurope EMIL5
Coach @kedric.reformance
Rehab @powerlifting_physio by @ekrustew

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10 days ago

If low bar squats irritate your elbows, look at your grip first.

You don’t need to squeeze the bar as hard as possible. Try placing the bar closer to your fingers and keeping your wrists and elbows in a more comfortable position.

Small setup changes can reduce unnecessary stress on the elbows and make the low bar position much more sustainable.
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Want to get stronger, get leaner, or simply feel better?

DM us for coaching inquiries @_strength.squad by @ekrustew

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12 days ago

285kg x 2s
253kg x 6s
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Gym @strength.squad.hq
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Equipped @sbd.bulgaria @sbdapparel
Apparel @_silentworker
Shoes @avancusofficial - EMIL
VBT @vitruvefit - EMIL10
Supps @gdsuppsbg - EMIL30
Rack/Barbell @strengthshopeurope EMIL5
Coach @kedric.reformance
Rehab @powerlifting_physio by @ekrustew

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13 days ago

305kg x 3s
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Gym @strength.squad.hq
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Equipped @sbd.bulgaria @sbdapparel
Apparel @_silentworker
Shoes @avancusofficial - EMIL
VBT @vitruvefit - EMIL10
Supps @gdsuppsbg - EMIL30
Rack/Barbell @strengthshopeurope EMIL5
Coach @kedric.reformance
Rehab @powerlifting_physio by @ekrustew

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15 days ago

Squat 270kg x 2s
Bench 190kg x 2s
Deadlift 280kg x 3s
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Gym @strength.squad.hq
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Equipped @sbd.bulgaria @sbdapparel
Apparel @_silentworker
Shoes @avancusofficial - EMIL
VBT @vitruvefit - EMIL10
Supps @gdsuppsbg - EMIL30
Rack/Barbell @strengthshopeurope EMIL5
Coach @kedric.reformance
Rehab @powerlifting_physio by @ekrustew

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19 days ago

Bulgarian National Championship Open 🇧🇬

I have the privilege of helping these athletes chase their goals on the platform. Extremely grateful to work with such a great team and to see how much work they put in behind the scenes.

Proud of every athlete who stepped onto the platform and represented the team. We finished the meet with the highest team points overall and took the Overall Men’s Team Title 🏆

They have a bright future ahead, and we’re just getting started.

One more Nationals for our juniors in November. 🫡🇧🇬 by @ekrustew

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20 days ago

4 Drills To Improve Your Arch

- Cobra Push-Ups: Improve active thoracic extension, allowing greater upper-back positioning without relying solely on passive flexibility.

- Wall T-Spine Rotations: Improve thoracic rotation and segmental spinal mobility, reducing compensations during bench setup.

- Dumbbell Pullover on Foam Roller: Increase shoulder flexion range while promoting thoracic extension, two key components of an efficient bench arch.

- Lazy Bear Drill: Improve scapular control and upward rotation, making it easier to achieve and maintain a stable upper-back position on the bench.

Want to get stronger, get leaner, or simply feel better?

DM us for coaching inquiries @_strength.squad by @ekrustew

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a month ago

The longer I coach, the less I believe in secrets.

Most athletes already know what they need to improve. More muscle. Better recovery. Better technique. More consistency.

The challenge is rarely finding the answer.

The challenge is doing the same boring things long enough for the answer to work.
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Want to get stronger, get leaner, or simply feel better?

DM us for coaching inquiries @_strength.squad by @ekrustew

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a month ago