Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 7 minutes ago
Today was a big one. First time back in the squat suit since 2020 — the same day I squatted 400 kilos. To be honest, I was a little nervous heading in. I’ve been a raw lifter for the last five years, and part of me was worried I’ve gone soft. Like… what if I just can’t handle how much it hurts anymore?
But once I got into it, it felt about like I expected — uncomfortable, a little weird, but also kinda exciting. That top set at 330kg gave me a glimpse of what’s possible again. By the end of the session, I started to remember why I used to love this stuff.
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⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 – Birthday intro & pre-session nerves
0:52 – First day back in the squat suit since 2020
1:50 – Thoughts on raw vs equipped lifting
2:50 – Why today’s session feels like a big test
4:35 – Getting into the suit (it still fits… sort of)
4:46 – First working sets & top single at 330kg
5:54 – First impressions of equipped squats
7:00 – Talking Nationals & possible 105kg equipped
8:38 – Advice for anyone trying a squat suit for the first time
10:04 – Bench work with a cranky shoulder
12:54 – Session wrap-up & reflections
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Today was a big one. First time back in the squat suit since 2020 — the same day I squatted 400 kilos. To be honest, I was a little nervous heading in. I’ve been a raw lifter for the last five years, and part of me was worried I’ve gone soft. Like… what if I just can’t handle how much it hurts anymore?
But once I got into it, it felt about like I expected — uncomfortable, a little weird, but also kinda exciting. That top set at 330kg gave me a glimpse of what’s possible again. By the end of the session, I started to remember why I used to love this stuff.
📲 Train with Calgary Barbell – 50+ powerlifting programs & form checks
➢ calgarybarbell.com/training-app
⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 – Birthday intro & pre-session nerves
0:52 – First day back in the squat suit since 2020
1:50 – Thoughts on raw vs equipped lifting
2:50 – Why today’s session feels like a big test
4:35 – Getting into the suit (it still fits… sort of)
4:46 – First working sets & top single at 330kg
5:54 – First impressions of equipped squats
7:00 – Talking Nationals & possible 105kg equipped
8:38 – Advice for anyone trying a squat suit for the first time
10:04 – Bench work with a cranky shoulder
12:54 – Session wrap-up & reflections
🔗 More from Calgary Barbell
👕 Grab Calgary Barbell Apparel – Rep the brand
➢ https://www.calgarybarbell.shop
💪 1-on-1 Coaching with Calgary Barbell
➢ calgarybarbell.com
📸 Daily training tips & behind-the-scenes
➢ instagram.com/calgarybarbell
💬 Join the Calgary Barbell Discord Community
➢ discord.gg/z7pJdUx
