I published this blog over a year ago after meeting Mike Bledsoe from Barbell Shrugged for the first time at the American Open Weightlifting Championships. Most of you know, meeting him led to a great friendship not only with him but the whole crew. Making that trip last year was risky decision that has led […]
Meeting Mike Bledsoe from Barbell Shrugged! Knowledge Shared! Read More »
Today sitting in the Charlotte Airport, I realized that there is something more important than weightlifting and powerlifting. I took a little obesity survey with my own eyes. I counted the first twenty people, and realized that 12 out of the 20 were obese. Before you start hating, I wasn’t judging the people. I was
Epiphany in the Airport! Something Needs to Change America! Read More »
Below is a blog that I wrote almost two years ago inspired by Donnie Shankle and Jon North. I thought now would be a proper time to let it resurface with the World Championships going on and the American Open coming up. Don’t miss the Mash Mafia Dec. 20th Weightlifting Competition! Come celebrate the holidays
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A lot of people have asked me to write about the experience of coaching the most popular weightlifter in America, Jon North. It took me a while to actually put my thoughts together because Jon is such a complex character. I say character because his whole persona is so animated all the time. The guys
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Monique has been with the Mash Mafia Online Team since the beginning. Her story below is nothing short of inspiring. To join her team, click on the link below: Mash Mafia Online Team She is also a part of the Eat What You Want Team! Road To British Nationals Hey, guys. My name is Monique
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Eye of the Tiger Somewhere along my path, I lost my way as an athlete. I have worked out, but my love was gone. All I have thought about is coaching or business, and there is nothing wrong with that. However, I am not done as an athlete, and I have never been good at
