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

  • Powerlifting performance is influenced not just by strength but also by strategic attempt selection on meet day.
  • Matt Gary is a renowned coach with over 25 years of experience in national and international powerlifting teams, specializing in attempt selection.
  • Important tactical decisions include choosing the right weight for each attempt and knowing when to push for a personal record versus securing a win.
  • Gary's strategies are informed by his extensive experience and his personal analysis of powerlifting meet data, which align with scientific findings.
  • Lifters and coaches must consider various factors such as the lifter's experience level, the strategic value of each lift attempt, and overall competition goals.
  • Matt Gary's insights and methodologies are available for deeper learning through his coaching at SSPT and his comprehensive ebook on game day coaching.

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