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What’s So Special About Specialty Bars?
If all a skilled tradesman has access to is a hammer, everything will look like a nail. At IPC, while we’re solid in our foundational
Periodization Strategies: A Brief Breakdown for Coaches
When it comes to programming, every coach has their own way of preparing their plans. Some decide to plan out the year, others may plan
No Plateau Zone: How to Progress Your Training From Multiple Fronts
There really is nothing quite like the feeling of hitting a new personal best in your training, or when a new movement finally clicks and
Want to Be a Better Athlete? Start by Being a Better Student
If you’re a high school athlete who wants to compete at a higher level — not just in your sport, but in life — there’s

Dandelion Discipline: The Surprising Truth About Motivation and Consistency
For some reason, this year I feel extra inclined and motivated to take care of my lawn; am I getting old? Don’t get me wrong,

Spinal Conditioning: Smarter Training for a Stronger, More Stable Spine
If you had to ask someone from nearly every population you see in a gym setting, what they were most afraid of hurting a large

7 Years Strong: A Reflection on the Grind, the Growth, and the Gratitude
Seven years ago, we unlocked the doors to a bare gym floor, a vision in our heads, and an unshakable belief that something different—something real—was
A Few Thoughts on Mental Toughness
Ask ten different coaches to define mental toughness, and you’ll probably get ten different answers. Some might call it resiliency—finding a way to keep pushing
Accommodating Resistance: Using Bands and Chains for Newfound Gains
Accommodating resistance, also known as variable resistance, involves attaching chains and / or bands to the barbell to help “accommodate the strength curve,” typically in
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A Season In Review: The Road To Rose Gold
As we wind down athletic banquets, we reflect on the past seasons to progress for the future. We check our notes, have staff discussions and
Meal Prep Made Simple: Failing to Plan is Planning to Fail
In a world where people are busier than ever, the last thing you likely want to do after a long day of working, possibly driving
Unlock Strength: How Proper Breathing & Bracing Can Transform Your Lifts
Introduction Breathing is literally the first thing every person on this planet learns to do, It’s kind of step 1 to living. Since it is