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Why You Should Get Outside (Especially If You Work Out Where You Work)


Spring is coming, but many of us are still living in all kinds of cold right now. As I write, it’s 27 degrees here in Philadelphia, with the kind of wind chill that can get into the bones and keep you feeling cold all day. This typically means ... Continue reading
Hectic In Houston


Last November, I had the opportunity to coach South African weightlifter Mona Pretorius at the IWF World Championships in Houston, Texas.  Experiencing the World Championships from the inside was never an expectation I had for myself.  I go... Continue reading
Interview: Alyssa Sulay


One of the coolest moments I’ve had at a national weightlifting meet in recent years happened at the 2015 National Championships. I was helping Greg Everett count attempts for Alyssa Sulay as she competed in the 63 kilo women’s A session,... Continue reading
Recipes: Issue 134


Creme Vichysoisse   Creme Vichysoisse is a French-style soup made of puréed leeks, onions, potatoes, cream, and chicken stock. It is traditionally served cold. Some contend that it was first made in New York, while others say that it ha... Continue reading
Weightlifting News: Issue 134


Upcoming National Meets May 5-8- USAW National Championships and US Olympic Team Trials (Salt Lake City, UT) June 23-26- 2016 National Youth Championships (Austin, TX)   Upcoming International Meets June 4-11 Pan American Championships ... Continue reading
Ask Greg: Issue 133


Dave Asks: I am 45. I have been participating in Olympic weight training for around 4 years. I have been recently diagnosed with a torn supraspinatus muscle. It is a complete tear. I am wondering if a person at my age can recover and continue lifting... Continue reading
How Tough Should Weightlifting Coaches Be On Their Athletes?


When you’re in weightlifting for a long time and you accumulate a lot of experience, people eventually start to ask you questions. Whether you’ve done anything to distinguish yourself as an expert or not, I suppose it’s inevitable t... Continue reading
Injury: Grieving and Getting Past It


Injuries. They happen to the best of us. Whether nagging or serious, injuries throw us off of our game in more ways than one. To not be able to train and compete in the sports we love is a major blow to not only our lifestyle, but also our mental hea... Continue reading
True or False: Organic Fruit & Vegetables are Better For You (and The Environment)


People often perceive food that is labeled “organic” to be healthier, more “natural,” and better for the environment than conventionally grown food. This month, we’ll take a look at the myths and realities behind that im... Continue reading
On Organizing Your First Competition


We recently took the plunge and organised our first Olympic Weightlifting competition. This was a big step for us, and in some respects one in to the unknown; many of our members started out as CrossFitters and so the format of the contest was alien ... Continue reading
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