Best Attempt Jumps for Squat, Bench & Deadlift (New Data) – with Ian Darragh
From Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science by Evidence Strong
March 18, 2026 · 39 min · Episode 132
About this episode
Dr. Ian Darragh discusses optimal jump strategies between lifts in powerlifting competitions based on extensive data analysis.
🏋️♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/perfect-jumps-152354506 🏋️♀️ What is an optimal jump between the first and the second lift in the powerlifting competition? What is the best jump between the second and the third? Dr. Ian Darragh has analyzed 90 thousands of competition records to establish what the successful jumps should be between bench, squat, and deadlift attempts in competition. Ian Darragh holds a PhD in Exercise Physiology and has recently completed a postdoctoral fellowship in data science and biostatistics. He is a former junior international weightlifter and has over 15 years of lifting and 10 years of coaching experience. He has an interest in physiology, performance, and health research. He currently works as a research fellow in orthopedics and sports medicine at the Geisinger Health System in northeast Pennsylvania. Enjoy! ❤️ Join Evidence Strong Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/evidencestrong ▶️ Watch the episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9L-_m0WGD_7xV0sf87Zy7oMVDdtqR3bG 🖼️ Weightlifting research infographics: https://evidencestrong.com ✉️ Follow Ian Darragh: 🔹…
People in this episode
Host: Evidence Strong
Guest: Ian Darragh
Topics covered
- powerlifting
- exercise physiology
- competition analysis
- weightlifting
- performance research
Keywords
- powerlifting
- squat
- bench press
- deadlift
- competition records
- exercise physiology
- performance
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Geisinger Health System
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