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    Attempt Selection in Powerlifting: An Interview With All-Time Great Coach Matt Gary

    The MASS Team May 31, 2023

    Selecting attempts at a powerlifting meet is more than just finding your 1RM for the day. Attempt selection is a meticulous and nuanced process that can differentiate between hitting your meet goals or falling short. In this interview by Eric Helms and Mike Zourdos, all-time great powerlifting coach Matt Gary provides insight into attempt selection from his 25+ years of coaching at the highest levels of the sport.

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