n this episode of Rebuild Stronger, John and Wyatt dive deep into the often-overlooked skill of self-handling at powerlifting meets. They argue that while having a handler can be valuable, every lifter should experience managing themselves at competitions to truly develop as an athlete.

Key Topics Discussed:

Why Self-Handling Matters

• Learn to advocate for yourself in the warm-up room
• Understand meet logistics and flow without hand-holding
• Develop critical assessment skills for evaluating future handlers
• Build genuine confidence in your abilities

Common Pitfalls for First-Time Competitors

• The infamous kilos vs. pounds mix-up (and one lifter's catastrophic opener)
• Why personal trainers without powerlifting experience can spell disaster ...