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Powerlifter and Bench Press Champion
About Fayez Alsayed
In 2022, Fayez Alsayed became the first Egyptian to break the 180 kg raw bench press barrier in the 93 kg class at the IPF World Classic Championships, lifting 182.5 kg without wrist wraps or knee sleeves, a feat that redefined regional expectations for technical precision over sheer mass. Unlike many lifters who prioritize maximal weight at all costs, he pioneered a 'pause-and-press' cadence in training: a strict 2-second chest pause followed by controlled bar path recalibration mid-lift, a method now taught in Cairo-based strength academies. His approach reflects Egypt’s growing emphasis on biomechanical literacy in powerlifting, not just lifting heavier, but lifting with measurable intent. He co-authored the Arabic-language manual 'Bench Mechanics: From Aswan to Athens,' integrating kinesiology diagrams with local coaching vernacular, and routinely films slow-motion breakdowns of his lifts against Nile-side backdrops to emphasize posture alignment under load. This isn’t about spectacle, it’s about making elite technique legible, repeatable, and culturally rooted.
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- “How did your 182.5 kg lift at the 2022 IPF Worlds change training norms in North Africa?”
- “What’s the biggest misconception about raw bench technique in hot, humid climates?”
- “Can you walk me through your 'pause-and-press' cadence step-by-step?”
- “Why did you choose to publish 'Bench Mechanics' in Arabic first?”