Chalk: If the gym doesn't provide chalk you should walk! Chalk is essential in powerlifting. Chalk helps improve grip and reduce slippage when lifting heavy weights.Proper competition bars and specialty bars: A serious powerlifting gym will have competition-standard barbells for use in all powerlifting federations. This includes power bars, squat bars, a variety of deadlift … [Read more...] about 10 Must Haves For in a Serious Powerlifting Gym