adjective General Slang

raw

RAW · adjective · slang

Lifting with minimal supportive gear (belt/wraps only).

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In powerlifting, lifting without supportive equipment like squat suits or bench shirts — typically only a belt and wrist wraps allowed.

“He totaled 600kg raw, no suit.”
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raw In A Sentence

He totaled 600kg raw, no suit.

Origin & Usage

Powerlifting term distinguishing 'raw' (unequipped) from equipped lifting.

Tags #gym#fitness#powerlifting#competition#equipment

People Also Ask

What does raw mean in powerlifting?

Raw means lifting without supportive gear like squat suits or bench shirts — usually only a belt and wrist wraps are permitted, depending on the federation.

What's the difference between raw and equipped lifting?

Equipped lifters wear supportive suits and shirts that add pounds to the lift, while raw lifters rely almost entirely on their own strength.

Are knee sleeves allowed in raw lifting?

In most federations, raw allows knee sleeves and wrist wraps but not knee wraps or supportive suits; exact rules vary by federation.

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