06/18/2026
All jokes aside...
The biggest mistake I made as a lifter wasn't a technical mistake.
It was trying to figure everything out by myself.
For years I thought I needed a better program.
A better cue.
A better exercise.
What I really needed was people around me who would tell me the truth, keep me accountable, and remind me to stay patient.
Weightlifting is hard.
It's a lot easier when you're not doing it alone.
Who's had the biggest impact on your lifting journey?
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06/16/2026
🚨 ALMOST 50 ATHLETES REGISTERED! 🚨
Summer Slam is coming together faster than we could have imagined.
Athletes from across the Northeast are already signed up to be part of what is shaping up to be one of the most unique weightlifting weekends of the year.
🏋️ Olympic Weightlifting
🌊 Asbury Park, NJ
🎥 Livestream Coverage
📸 Professional Media
💪 Gamechanger PT Recovery & Performance
🎁 Athlete Giveaways
🤝 Vendors & Community
We're not building just another local meet.
We're building an experience.
📅 August 14-16, 2026
If you've been thinking about signing up, now is the time. Every registration helps us continue investing in the athlete experience and making this event bigger and better.
Let's show everyone what Weightlifting is all about!
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06/11/2026
Arnie and Coach Mike sharing a high five after a successful lift at the Freehold Spring Lift Off.
One of my favorite moments from the meet.
People see the lift.
They don't always see the years of work, coaching, friendship, missed lifts, and early mornings that make moments like this meaningful.
This is why we do it.
06/09/2026
Game Changer Physical Therapy will be helping athletes move better, recover better, and perform at their best throughout the weekend.
Whether you're preparing for your next PR, dealing with nagging aches and pains, or looking to stay healthy throughout your training, Jeremy and his team are a tremendous resource for strength athletes.
This is exactly the type of partnership we're looking to build as we create one of the best weightlifting events in the Northeast.
🏋️ Summer Slam 2026
🌊 Asbury Park Summer Games
📅 August 14-16, 2026
Registration is LIVE and spots are filling fast.
Grab your spot today:
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