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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
Morning Movement: Why Light Morning Exercise Pays Off Big Time


The early morning sky bursts with every shade of orange, and hundreds of silhouettes are moving within it. It’s dark enough that they look like shadows dancing, but they’re not dancing. They’re exercising. Arms are flailing every wh... Continue reading
Weightlifting News: Issue 133


Upcoming National Meets February 18-21- 2016 Junior National Championships and Senior Trials (Philadelphia, PA) May 5-8- USAW National Championships and US Olympic Team Trials (Salt Lake City, UT) June 23-26- 2016 National Youth Championships ... Continue reading
Recipes: Issue 133


Mediterranean Broccoli This is an easy way to add flavor to a simple veggie dish. Time: 5 minutes • 4 cups chopped broccoli Dressing: • 2-4 Tbsp. tahini • garlic powder • basil • salt and pepper to taste ... Continue reading
Interview: Mike Gattone


No offense meant to any of the wonderful athletes and coaches we’ve previously interviewed for Performance Menu, but this month’s interview with Mike Gattone is my favorite one we’ve run so far. First of all, Mike was the meet di... Continue reading
8 Cuts of Meat You’ve Never Tried But Should


When shopping for meat, it’s easy to fall in a rut. Naturally, we gravitate toward the cuts we know and dearly love: chicken breasts, filet mignon and perhaps leg of lamb, to name a few. But if you’ve never pushed your carnivorous hor... Continue reading
Why American Weightlifting Coaches Are As Good As Anybody


I’ll openly admit right from the beginning that I’m not sure if this article is going to strike a chord with all of you. I hope it will, because it’s an important subject and I’ve definitely got some things to say about it. Bu... Continue reading
True or False: Genetically Modified Foods are Bad for Your Health and the Environment


Genetically modified (or GM) foods have been with us since the 1990s, and most of us are probably eating them on a regular basis. A genetically modified organism (GMO) is a plant or animal that has had its DNA artificially modified. This is usually d... Continue reading
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