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How to Peak for Competition: A Coach’s Blueprint
Peaking for competition is both science and art. At Gryphon Strength Barbell, we guide athletes through four mesocycles—Hypertrophy, Strength, Power, and Peaking—so they arrive on the platform fresh, explosive, and fearless. This coach’s blueprint ensures every lift is sharpened for battle and every athlete is ready to perform at their peak.
Bryant Illenberg
22 hours ago3 min read
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2025 New York State Weightlifting Championships – Gryphon Strength Barbell Wins Back-to-Back Best Team Awards
Gryphon Strength Barbell dominated the 2025 New York State Championships, winning both Male and Female Best Team Awards for the second year in a row. From first-time competitors to seasoned lifters, our athletes delivered PRs, comebacks, and championship grit—proving once again that unity, resilience, and strength define our team’s legacy.
Bryant Illenberg
7 days ago3 min read
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Top 10 Weightlifting Cues Every Lifter Should Master
Mastering the barbell takes more than strength—it takes precision. The right weightlifting cues sharpen focus, improve technique, and unlock new PRs. At Gryphon Strength Barbell, we break down the Top 10 Weightlifting Cues Every Lifter Should Master—from bracing with power to meeting the bar with speed—so you can lift safer, stronger, and smarter.
Bryant Illenberg
Oct 25 min read
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Gryphon Strength Youth Team Recap: 2025 New York State Weightlifting Championships
Our Gryphon Strength Barbell youth team shined at the 2025 New York State Weightlifting Championships with multiple PRs, podium finishes, and national qualifications. From Emily Arnold’s energetic comeback to Reagan Frommer’s flawless 6-for-6 and Aubrey Gibbs earning Best Overall Youth Lifter, our athletes proved the future of weightlifting is stronger than ever.
Bryant Illenberg
Sep 304 min read
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