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Jake Saxton

@jakesaxton_pl

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⚪ 110kg Powerlifter #uspa #usapl
⚪ 737.5 kg total
⚪ 260.5 kg squat
⚪ 185 kg bench
⚪ 292.5 kg deadlift
Certified Personal Trainer

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⚔️Iron Built Games Recap⚔️
What an awesome meet this was. Such a cool experience to compete alongside some very strong people both in @uspa.colorado and @uspapower lifters across the country.

Despite a very strange and interrupted prep, this turned into my best overall meet and I couldn't be much happier with the results. Came away with 3 new state records for the tested 110kg class and just BARELY missed the bench record. Now for the recap:

Total: 8/9 ⚪ 737.5 kg (1625.9 lbs) NEW CO STATE RECORD

Squat: 3/3
1: 232.5 kg (512.6 lbs) ⚪⚪⚪
2: 247.5 kg (545.6 lbs) ⚪⚪⚪
3: 260.5 kg (574.3 lbs) ⚪⚪⚪ STATE RECORD

Bench: 2/3
1: 172.5 kg (380.3 lbs) ⚪⚪⚪
2: 182.5 kg (402.3 lbs) ⚪⚪⚪
3: 188 kg (414.5 lbs) 🔴🔴🔴

Deadlift: 3/3
1: 245 kg (540.1 lbs) ⚪⚪⚪
2: 275 kg (606.3 lbs) ⚪⚪⚪
3: 292.5 kg (644.9 lbs) ⚪⚪⚪ STATE RECORD

#bench #benchpress #squat #deadlift #sbd #uspa #uspapowerlifting #uspapower #powerlifter #powerlifting #coloradopowerlifter #coloradopowerlifting #coloradospringspowerlifting #personaltrainer #coloradospringspersonaltrainer #powerliftingcoach #coloradospringspowerliftingcoach #gym #gymmotivation #strong #strengthtraining taken in D1 Colorado Springs by @jakesaxton_pl

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2 years ago

USPA Nationals Recap!

Overall, I had a great meet. Came away with new PRs on Squat, Deadlift, and meet total, as well as new CO State records for Squat and meet total. Bench was disappointing to say the least. My best lift generally became my weakest showing which is unfortunate. Weird timing misses during warmups and some lift off confusion probably contributed but I've learned from this experience and won't make the same mistakes again.

Thank you so much to everyone involved with @uspapower who worked so hard to put on an awesome event. It was truly a pleasure to compete and to see some incredible performances by some very strong people.

Huge shout out to my awesome support system. @kayladm18 for supporting and loving me every step of the way and keeping me sane and positive during a tough prep. You're an absolute light in my life. @tsaxman5 for all of your help on meet day and being a calming presence when I needed one in the warmup room and back stage. @itsjjsax for making the trip immediately after another family vacation and being an incredibly supportive older brother for my whole life. And of course @brett_t_morris and the college gang for making the time and spending the money to come to Vegas for a weekend to support me in my hobby even though I know it's really not y'all's cup of tea. I'm very lucky to have friends like you guys.

Now for the recap:

Total: 7/9
717.5 kg/1581.8 lbs
NEW PR
NEW CO STATE RECORD

Squat: 3/3
232.5 kg/512.5 lbs ⚪⚪⚪
247.5 kg/545.6 lbs 🔴⚪⚪ NEW PR
260 kg/573.2 lbs 🔴⚪⚪ NEW CO STATE RECORD

Bench: 1/3
172.5 kg/380.2 lbs ⚪⚪⚪
185 kg/407.8 lbs 🔴🔴🔴
185 kg/407.8 lbs 🔴🔴🔴

Deadlift: 3/3
245 kg/540.1 lbs ⚪⚪⚪
270 kg/595.2 lbs ⚪⚪⚪
285 kg/628.3 lbs ⚪⚪⚪ NEW PR

#bench #benchpress #squat #deadlift #sbd #uspa #uspapowerlifting #uspapower #powerlifter #powerlifting #coloradopowerlifter #coloradopowerlifting #coloradospringspowerlifting #personaltrainer #coloradospringspersonaltrainer #powerliftingcoach #coloradospringspowerliftingcoach #gym #gymmotivation #strong #strengthtraining by @jakesaxton_pl

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Introducing: Mountain Forge Performance!
About a month ago I got my personal training certification and started my own coaching business! My strong background in sports and powerlifting will allow me to help you achieve any goals you may have in strength training and/or athletic performance! If you want to support me or follow along with the business, go follow @mountainforgeperformance I would really appreciate it.
And if you or someone you know needs personal training or coaching, there's a link in the bio over there to get started! taken in Colorado Springs, Colorado by @jakesaxton_pl

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3 years ago

Powerlifters: If you want a bigger bench, fix your week, not just your bench day. Here’s how I structure a full week of pressing to keep the numbers climbing—simple lifts, smart volume, consistent intensity. Save this if you want to build your bench the right way.

#powerlifting #benchpress #powerbuilding #strengthtraining #pressing #strengthcoach #gymmotivation #powerlifter #hypertrophy #trainhard #fitnesscoach #liftingjourney #mountainforgeperformance taken in Flex Gym & Fitness by @jakesaxton_pl

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a year ago

Friday was my first time squatting since I hurt my back about 6 months ago. Thrilled that I was able to work up to a top set of 395 for 5! This is just the beginning of the get back!

#squat #deadlift #sbd #uspa #uspapowerlifting #uspapower #powerlifter #powerlifting #coloradopowerlifter #coloradopowerlifting #coloradospringspowerlifting #personaltrainer #coloradospringspersonaltrainer #powerliftingcoach #coloradospringspowerliftingcoach #gym #gymmotivation #strong #strengthtraining #bench #benchpress taken in Flex Gym & Fitness by @jakesaxton_pl

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a year ago

This is what happens when a powerlifter tries to get a pump. Nice little upper body accessories day!

#bench #benchpress #squat #deadlift #sbd #uspa #uspapowerlifting #uspapower #powerlifter #powerlifting #coloradopowerlifter #coloradopowerlifting #coloradospringspowerlifting #personaltrainer #coloradospringspersonaltrainer #powerliftingcoach #coloradospringspowerliftingcoach #gym #gymmotivation #strong #strengthtraining taken in Flex Gym & Fitness by @jakesaxton_pl

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a year ago

Upper body day! Feeling pretty good overall for first week back. Able to work up to 345x5 for bench so it seems like most of my strength is still there!

#bench #benchpress #squat #deadlift #sbd #uspa #uspapowerlifting #uspapower #powerlifter #powerlifting #coloradopowerlifter #coloradopowerlifting #coloradospringspowerlifting #personaltrainer #coloradospringspersonaltrainer #powerliftingcoach #coloradospringspowerliftingcoach #gym #gymmotivation #strong #strengthtraining taken in Flex Gym & Fitness by @jakesaxton_pl

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Almost 6 months to the day since I last deadlifted from the floor. At that time I hurt my back and have been trying to rehab it and take it slow trying to build back up without hurting myself again. Today I had my first session back to true deadlifts. Come with me as I work up to 455!

#deadlift #sbd #uspa #uspapowerlifting #uspapower #powerlifter #powerlifting #coloradopowerlifter #coloradopowerlifting #coloradospringspowerlifting #personaltrainer #coloradospringspersonaltrainer #powerliftingcoach #coloradospringspowerliftingcoach #gym #gymmotivation #strong #strengthtraining #bench #benchpress #squat taken in Flex Gym & Fitness by @jakesaxton_pl

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a year ago

The bulk...kind of bulked? 6 weeks of ups and downs, 2 tweaks in my back that made it so I could only deadlift for half the time, and a whole lot of playing around with different things to work around some aches and pains. But in the end, some progress was made. Added some size to my back and quads and definitely added strength at least in my chest and shoulders. Now it's time for the 3 month cut into my wedding!

#bench #benchpress #squat #deadlift #sbd #uspa #uspapowerlifting #uspapower #powerlifter #powerlifting #coloradopowerlifter #coloradopowerlifting #coloradospringspowerlifting #personaltrainer #coloradospringspersonaltrainer #powerliftingcoach #coloradospringspowerliftingcoach #gym #gymmotivation #strong #strengthtraining #bodybuilding #fitness taken in Flex Gym & Fitness by @jakesaxton_pl

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Leg day. I like to do leg press on my deadlift days. Not as taxing on the CNS as a squat but still a knee & hip extension movement to help strengthen the main muscles used in a squat.

#bench #benchpress #squat #deadlift #sbd #uspa #uspapowerlifting #uspapower #powerlifter #powerlifting #coloradopowerlifter #coloradopowerlifting #coloradospringspowerlifting #personaltrainer #coloradospringspersonaltrainer #powerliftingcoach #coloradospringspowerliftingcoach #gym #gymmotivation #strong #strengthtraining taken in Flex Gym & Fitness by @jakesaxton_pl

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2 years ago

First day actually benching since September. 315 went well for the first 2 sets so I took 325 for a ride on the last one! Felt pretty good

#bench #benchpress #squat #deadlift #sbd #uspa #uspapowerlifting #uspapower #powerlifter #powerlifting #coloradopowerlifter #coloradopowerlifting #coloradospringspowerlifting #personaltrainer #coloradospringspersonaltrainer #powerliftingcoach #coloradospringspowerliftingcoach #gym #gymmotivation #strong #strengthtraining taken in Flex Gym & Fitness by @jakesaxton_pl

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2 years ago

Been MIA from posting for a while but still been putting in work. First time touching anything even close to heavy since September and was able to pull 495 for a pretty easy 5 today! Glad to be back to moving some real weight.

#bench #benchpress #squat #deadlift #sbd #uspa #uspapowerlifting #uspapower #powerlifter #powerlifting #coloradopowerlifter #coloradopowerlifting #coloradospringspowerlifting #personaltrainer #coloradospringspersonaltrainer #powerliftingcoach #coloradospringspowerliftingcoach #gym #gymmotivation #strong #strengthtraining taken in Flex Gym & Fitness by @jakesaxton_pl

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