Matt Gary Articles at Maryland Powerlifting

About Matt Gary: Matt Gary is 36 years old and has been a competitive, drug-free powerlifter for 14 years. His educational background includes a BS in Kinesiological Science from the University of Maryland. He is also a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) via the National Strength & Conditioning Association. He uses his education and practical experience daily as he is currently employed full-time as a strength coach. His clients include high school and collegiate athletes, powerlifters from novice to elite, and the general population.

Matt is an active member of the USAPL where he serves as a national referee and coach. He is the 2008 USA NAPF Men's Team Coach and is regularly an assistant coach on the USA Men's and Women’s IPF World Powerlifting teams. He regularly consults with many of the USA’s elite lifters and other top athletes. Matt has competed in three different weight divisions, from 198 to 242, and currently competes in the 220-pound weight class. He is a 4-time Maryland state champion and won the 2004 USAPL American Open Powerlifting Championships.

Matt's articles focus on various aspects of strength training and powerlifting. Comments, discussion, and questions about this article or any other strength endeavor are always welcome and may be sent to MLGary@aol.com