This just happened over the weekend, nice and deep too- http://www.powerliftingwatch.com/node/11156 .Thought you might like to see it.
dont like powerlifter squat. the wide stance and small range of motion is not impressive.
Forget about that. But what about the suit that can increase your lift like 50% ? Otherwise it's a legit lift. I read an interview with a powerlifter a while ago and I was amused how straight forward he said in that interview that it's actually a lot easier to squat with a suit (despite the extra tonnage). It supports the lifter that much.
That's what Ed Coan was talking about in his last interview, it's apples and oranges to compare that to a real squat.Still an amazing feat of strength of course.
First, Chuck is an GREAT lifter. He is one of the very best in the world.Second, sure the suits helps, but trust me, Chuck can squat a fuckload of weight without it.