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lifting starter pack
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Emil Kauppinen
these are my essentials for lifting
 
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these are great straps for any beginner, they're simple to use and comfortable.
Gymshark's Silicone Lifting Straps
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these cuffs are most definitely an essential. (they combine a cuff with a lifting strap)
EKKO Lifting Strap (Cuffed D Ring)
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some people prefer lifting grips since they're faster to set up on the bar. i'd recommend these ones in particular.
Better Bodies Lifting Grips
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it's always handy to have one of these with you if you ever want to stabilize some movements better. (think leg extensions, leg curls)
Gympin's Seat Belt Buckle
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gympins are an ESSENTIAL if you've already maxed a certain machine at your gym, it allows you to continue to progressively overload.
The Original Gympin 2
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when it comes to D-handles, it's vital to buy quality ones that are durable, since they can easily break mid-set.
Gympin's Fabric D Handles
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this is a quality mouthpiece, that ensures that you are safe to bite down during high-intensity reps while protecting your teeth.
New Age Performance 6DS Weightlifting Mouthpiece
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these plates are IMPORTANT for microloading (as not all gyms have them), giving you the possibility to progressively overload more often.
Fractional Steel Plate Set, incl. Storage Bag, 0.125kg, 0.5kg/0.25kg (Two of each)
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not all gyms have barbell pads, this one in particular is good to have for hip thrusts or squats
Roguefitness Harbinger NeoTek Olympic Bar Pad
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classic (must have) compression shirt, i personally own a couple and i find myself always reaching for them
HeatGear® Men's Compression Short Sleeve | Under Armour
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long sleeve version of my one of my favorite compression shirts
HeatGear® Men's Compression Long Sleeve | Under Armour
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alright, this is most DEFINITELY my favorite compression shirt ever (the only complaint i have about this shirt is that it's so popular that its out of stock usually, so picking it up is a must if its available)
Gymshark Element Baselayer T-Shirt
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long sleeve of my favorite compression shirt
Gymshark Element Baselayer Long Sleeve T-Shirt
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ifykyk (with active noise cancellation too)
Skullcandy Crusher® ANC 2
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they have a large variety of different flavors ranging from classic ones (vanilla ice cream, chocolate peanut butter cup) to more novelty ones (birthday cake, maple glazed donut) definitely worth checking out.
RYSE Loaded Protein
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a generous flavor selection for those of you who like to be a bit more picky!
MYPROTEIN Impact Whey Protein Powder
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you can never go wrong with a pair of straight leg sweatpants
Gymshark Crest Straight Leg Joggers
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