Whether your are seeking relief from daily tension, preventing injuries, or optimizing athletic performance, our class focuses on improving mobility to combat sedentary lifestyles, alleviate pain, and enhance overall functionality. Join us to gain a deeper understanding of how these areas impact your overall mobility and strength.
Are you struggling with low back discomfort or stiffness in your thoracic spine?
Your thoracic spine is made for mobility - to flex, extend and rotate. Many have lost that mobility by sitting in sedentary positions.
Join us to gain a deeper understanding of how these areas impact your overall mobility and strength.
📅 Saturday, March 9th, 2024
🕙 10-12pm
📍 American Strength Training Center, Maplewood, MN
Focus on Low Back + Thoracic Spine
• Myofascial release
• Stretching
• Range of motion
• Stability + Strength
Your foundation matters – over the course of the ongoing monthly classes we will address issues from the ground up (foot + ankle, knee +hip, low back + thoracic spine, shoulders + neck) for more efficient movements and reduced injury risk.
American Strength clients + members: $25
👥 Non-clients or members: $35 (Everyone is welcome!)
Saturday, February 10th
10-12:00pm
American Strength Training Center, Maplewood, MN
• Myofascial release
• Stretching
• Range of motion
• Stability + Strength
Dealing with hip or knee discomfort? Joint stiffness? Pain during certain movements? Want to better understand how your hips and knees impact your overall mobility and strength?
Your foundation matters – over the course of the ongoing monthly classes we will address issues from the ground up (knee, hip, low back, thoracic spine, shoulders + neck) for more efficient movements and reduced injury risk.
American Strength clients + members: $25
Non-clients or members: $35 (Everyone is welcome!)
At American Strength we are not just a gym; we are home to many proud Veterans. Join us as we hold a firearm raffle to support our disabled Veteran lifters.
RULES & ELIGIBILITY for Entry:
•10 each per entry, no limit
•Must be 21 or above, and legally eligible to possess a firearm.
•No substitution for cash prize.
•Must pass a Federal NICS background check (background check fee included)
•Non-Transferable.
•MN residents must pick up the unit in-person, must possess a valid Driver’s License or state ID, and have either a valid Permit to Purchase or Permit to Carry. Instructions will be provided.
•Non-MN residents are eligible to win, however the package must be legal in their state, and needs to be shipped to a local Federal Firearms Licensee in their state of residence for in-person pickup.
•Failure to abide by terms of transfer, or to respond in a timely manner (7 business days), will result in forfeiture. A new winner will be drawn.
INFORMATION: Riffle raffle is a complete, range-ready 9mm pistol package. Prize package is a fully set-up, professionally curated and tuned unit. Whole piece is ready made for proper, safe function with provided sights. All raffle prize parts, accessories, components, sights, fitting, labor, services, and transfer fees are provided via collaboration between HGArms MN LLC, and Kipton Mechanical LLC - US Marine Corps, and US Army Combat Veteran-owned businesses for the benefit of Disabled Veteran Lifters at American Strength
Contact Mark @ hgarmsmn@gmail.com with any specific questions related to the firearm
Firearm package valued @ $899
Winner will be announced on February 29th, 2024
Winner will be contacted via phone and email from hgarmsmn@gmail.com to verify requirements and set pickup appointment
Start the New Year on the right foot!
Join us at American Strength for our (NEW!) Monthly Group Mobility Event!
Saturday, January 13th
10-11:30am
American Strength Training Center, Maplewood, MN
Focus on Foot + Ankles:
• Myofascial release
• Stretching
• Range of motion
• Stability + Strength
Dealing with plantar fasciitis? Flat feet? Pain after wearing shoes all day? Want to better understand how your foot + ankles affect your squat?
Your foundation matters – over the course of the ongoing monthly classes we will address issues from the ground up (knee, hip, low back, thoracic spine, shoulders + neck) for more efficient movements and reduced injury risk.
American Strength clients + members: $25
Non-clients or members: $35 (Everyone is welcome!)
UNDERSTANDING THE SQUAT
This clinic will teach the lifter the fundamentals of the squat.
We will follow a progression to build a solid understanding of proper technique needed and discuss how you can prepare to squat under a loaded bar.
This clinic is recommended for the beginner, fitness enthusiast looking to learn the basics as well as the more experienced lifter who is seeking advice on optimizing their squat.
Clinic will be conducted by:
USA Powerlifting Senior National Coach - Ken Graack.
USA Powerlifting Senior National Coach - Kyle Milnes
Corrective Exercise Specialist + Bikini Pro - Angela Nguyen
DATE: Sunday, September 24th
PRICE: $150
TIME: 1-4 pm
LOCATION: American Strength Training Center
WHAT TO BRING:
Questions and concerns you want to address with your squat
Your lifting gear for the hands-on portion
SIGN UP BY: Sunday, September 17th
**No Refunds
QUESTIONS:
ken@americanstrength.net
Sanction: MN-2022-08
Date: December 10, 2022
Location: American Strength Training Center. 1636 Gervais Ave, Maplewood, MN.
Registration Closed: Meet is at capacity. There is no waitlist for this event.
65 Lifter cap
Divisions: Open, Master, Junior/Teen. Full Power only. Raw, Raw with Wraps and Equipped.
NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN FOR ANY REASON.
See our Facebook Event for immediate notifications and announcements such as registration opening!
Admission $10 per session or $15 for all day pass on Saturday. See details below for door opening times.
LIFTERS CHECK YOUR EMAIL FOR THE FINAL INFORMATIONAL EMAIL!!!
Saturday Session 1
Flight A: Women's 67.5, 75
Flight B: Women's 48, 56, 60, 82.5, 90
Saturday Session 2
Flight C: Men's 67.5, 75, 82.5
Flight D: Men's 60, 90
Sunday Session 1
Flight A: Women's 100, 100+, Men's 100 (weight class is split, see roster)
Flight B: Men's 100
Flight C: Men's 110, 125, 140, 140+
Final Schedule
Saturday Session 1 - Women's 48, 56, 60, 67.5, 75, 82,5, 90
5:45 A.M. - Doors Open for all Session 1 lifters and coaches. Everyone must be on the advance lifter or coach list to enter
6:00 A.M.- 7:30 A.M. – Lifter Registration, Equipment Check, Rack Heights and Session 1 Weigh-ins
7:00 A.M. – Doors open for General Admission
7:15 A.M. – Rules Briefing in the warm-up room
8:00 A.M. – Lifting begins
12:00 P.M. – Awards ceremony for session 1
Saturday Session 2 - Men's 60, 67.5, 75, 82.5, 90
12:15 P.M. – Doors Open for all Session 2 lifters and coaches. Everyone must be on the advance lifter or coach list to enter
12:30 P.M. - 2:30 P.M – Lifter Registration, Equipment Check, Rack Heights and Session 2 Weigh-ins
1:30 P.M. – Doors open for General Admission
1:45 P.M. – Rules Briefing in the warm-up room
2:30 P.M. – Lifting begins
Sunday Session (1 session only) - Women's 100, 100+ and Men's 100, 110, 125, 140, 140+
5:45 A.M. - Doors Open for all Session 1 lifters and coaches. Everyone must be on the advance lifter or coach list to enter
6:00 A.M.- 7:30 A.M. – Lifter Registration, Equipment Check, Rack Heights and Session 1 Weigh-ins
7:00 A.M. – Doors open for General Admission
7:15 A.M. – Rules Briefing in the warm-up room
8:00 A.M. – Lifting begin
1:30 P.M. – Awards ceremony
Roster Day 1: https://liftingcast.com/meets/mtt0767c2tfr/roster
Roster Day 2: https://liftingcast.com/meets/m1n2j0lav1nf/roster
Sanction: MN-2022-06
Date: August 20, 2021
Location: American Strength Training Center. 1636 Gervais Ave, Maplewood, MN.
Registration Opens: March 27, 2022 at 6pm.
Registration Closes: July 10, 2022 at 6pm or upon reaching capacity
Capacity: 65 Lifters
Registration Fee: $110 Full Power includes a t-shirt or long sleeve (long sleeve extra $)
$80 Bench Only includes a t-shirt or long sleeve (long sleeve extra $)
$25 additional division
Divisions: This event is open to Master lifters only. Full Power and Bench Only options. You are able to enter full power and bench only for an additional fee.
NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN FOR ANY REASON.
See our Facebook Event for immediate notifications and announcements!
Weigh-ins FRIDAY (at the gym!)
6:00pm - 8:00pm. No exceptions!!!
SATURDAY 9am - 11am.
Tourney to start by 11:30!
Order of events will be: kids, supermatches, novice, masters, women's, men's open classes.
Entry: $25/arm. Kids pull free!!! There is a $5 spectator fee (kids 12 and under do not have to pay)
Weight classes:
Men's Open Right and Left: 155/172/190/210/231/231+
Men's Novice Right and Left: 155/190/231/231+
Women's Pro Right and Left: Open
Masters Right and Left: 0-198, 199+
Kids (18 and under:) TBD the day of.
Awards to the top 3 in all divisions.
If you are ONLY doing open and miss the initial weigh in time, you will be allowed to weigh in/sign up AFTER novice is completed.
Chalk and risers will be provided. Tournament is double elimination.
IFA Rules will be used. Referring will be strict.
Please do NOT use any of the gym equipment during the event. There will be concessions for sale.
Any questions, please call Josh Handeland at: 612-801-5612
or email: joshthejedimaster@yahoo.com Please check this page for possible changes.
IF YOU'RE NOT SURE IF YOU'RE ELIGABLE FOR NOVICE OR NOT, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME AND ASK. If you have never competed before, the answer is yes... you're more than welcome to come and compete!!! See less
Sanction: MN-2022-05
Date: April 30, 2022
Location: American Strength Training Center. 1636 Gervais Ave, Maplewood, MN.
Registration: Meet is full. We will not be accepting any additional registrations or waitlisting.
65 Lifter Cap
Registration fee: $95 fee includes a t-shirt or long sleeve (long sleeve extra $)
$25 additional division
NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN FOR ANY REASON. REGISTRATIONS CANNOT BE TRANSFERRED.
See our Facebook Event for immediate notifications and announcements!
Currently, masks are not required by MN mandate or by USA Powerlifting COVID protocols, but this can change at any point prior to the event depending on local ordinances or requirements. CDC currently recommends any person not vaccinated wear a mask for indoor gatherings. All persons in the venue are welcome to wear masks if they desire. PLEASE BE AWARE MASK REQUIREMENTS MAY BE IMPLEMENTED AT ANY TIME.
American Strength Will be closing at
8:00 PM Friday January 7th and
Closed all day Saturday January 8th for the
USA Powerlifting
Minnesota State Bench Press Championship
We will re-open Sunday
January 9th at 7:00 AM
Thank you for your cooperation and continued support of for all events
American Strength Will be closing at
8:00 PM Friday December 10th and
Closed all day Saturday December 11th
USA Powerlifting
BATTLE of the FROZEN TUNDRA
We will re-open Sunday
December 12th at 7:00 AM
Thank you for your cooperation and continued support of all events
USA Powerlifting Monsters Bash 2021
Saturday and Sunday October 30th and 31st
More information at MGPowerlifting.com and USAPLMN.com
The USA Powerlifting Masters Brawl
Masters level lifters age 40 and over competing in their respective age divisions and weight classes
This meet is full but spectators are welcome
Admission is $10 for one session or $15 for alll day
There will be Raw and Equipped options for each of these divisions except for youth, which will be Raw only.
Youth (Ages 8-13): Top three by total in each weight class
Teen (Ages 14-19): Top three by IPF/Age Formula
Junior (ages 20-23): Top three by IPF/Age Formula
Open Divisions (ages 14 and up): top three by total in each weight class
Masters I (ages 40-49): top three by IPF/Age Formula
Masters II (ages 50-59): top three by IPF/Age Formula
Masters III (ages 60-69): top three by IPF/Age Formula
Masters IV (ages 70 and up): top three by IPF/Age Formula
One Female and one Male Raw Best Lifter by IPF/Age formula.
**Out of state lifters may register as guest lifters. Lifting as a guest lifter means that you will not qualify for awards but you may set records or achieve a qualifying total for another meet.
Friday February 28, 20206pm-8pm: Early Equipment Check for lifters
Saturday February 29, 2020
6:30am-8:30am – Lifter Registration and Equipment check
7:00am-8:30am – Weigh ins
8:00am – Doors open for General Admission
8:15am – Rules meetings
9:00am – Lifting begins
Flights will be based on registration numbers, divisions and weight classes. Final flight information is released 7-14 days before the event.
This is the event page for 2019 USA Powerlifting Land of 10,000 Plates Collegiate Invitational.
Sanction: MN-2019-16
This meet will be held at American Strength in Maplewood on December 7th, 2019. Lifting will begin at 9:00am and will be run in two sessions on one platform with a 70 lifter cap.
Awards will be as follows:
Collegiate Division: top three by total in each weight class.
One overall best male and female lifter by IPF formula.
One Overall best Team as determined by the combined IPF points of that teams highest 3 competitors (If there are at least two full teams).
Guest Lifters will be allowed to compete but will not be eligible for awards.
USAPL Memberships for 2020 can be purchased starting in November 2019
http://www.usaplmn.com/
If you have any questions feel free to email either of the meet directors.
Tyler Thilmony - thilm007@umn.edu
Shawn Alexander - shawnmail105@gmail.com
Sanction: MN-2019-11
Date: October 26th, 2019
Location: American Strength Training Center. 1636 Gervais Ave, Maplewood, MN.
Registration fee: $75
Additional Division $30
There will be no wait list and no refunds for any reason. Registrations are non-transferable.
T-shirts available to order at registration: $20-$22
1 Platform, 2 session meet.
70 Lifter Cap. 10 Spots are reserved for American Strength Lifters which will be awarded by lottery.
Registration is closed – meet is full
Spectator ticket: $10
Divisions:
Raw Open
Youth
Masters 1 (40-49)
Master 2 (50-59)
Master 3 (60+)
All Teen/Junior
All Equipped Men
All Equipped Women
Awards: 1st-3rd awards for each division.
Raw Open and Youth awards by total.
Master, Teen/Junior and Equipped divisions will be awarded by Formula.
Best Lifter Male and Female by IPF and Age formula
Full Power Raw and Equipped event
Friday Oct 25th, 2019:
6 P.M -8 P.M – Early Equipment Check for lifters
Saturday Oct 26, 2019:
Session 1:
6:30 A.M -8:30 A.M – Lifter Registration and Equipment check
7:00 A.M-8:30 A.M – Session 1 Weigh-ins
8:00 A.M – Doors open for General Admission
8:15 A.M – Session 1 Rules meeting
9:00 A.M – Session 1 Lifting begins
Session 2: (Schedule subject to change based on final number of lifters)
11:30 A.M – 1:30 P.M. – Lifter Registration and Equipment check
12:00 P.M. – 1:30 P.M. – Session 2 Weigh-ins
1:15 P.M. – Session 2 Rules meeting
2:00 P.M. – Session 2 Lifting Begins
Awards will be given at the end of each session. Best Lifter awards will be given at the completion of the event.
5 year anniversary Party
Sunday June 23rd
11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Come out and bring a friend
Free food and drinks
Drawings for Supplements
And 3 month memberships (New members)
Also join us on Saturday June 22nd
From 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
fitness for the homeless
Sponsored by special teams Charities
Right here! June 22nd 11:00 to 4:00 PM. We’re
collecting items for “To go bags” for the homeless.
Come out and support your fitness family with a
donation of protein bars, sports drinks, or personal
hygiene items. Bring family and friends! It’s a great
opportunity to introduce them to weights!
Date: May 4th, 2019
Location: American Strength Training Center. 1636 Gervais Ave, Maplewood, MN.
DETAILS:
Minnesota Ladies of Iron will be part of the unique multi-state event United Ladies of Iron. There will be 13 states running a WOMEN ONLY event on the same date.
Scoring will be done via LiftingCast. This will allow all competitors to compete against women all over the United States at the same time without being in the same place.
These combined results will be entered into our lifting database as “United Ladies of Iron (WA-2019-01)” to form, possibly, the largest women’s only powerlifting event!
Each lifter at Minnesota Ladies of Iron will also compete against the lifters at the local event.
Awards and placings will be given to those in Minnesota as well as the nation wide placings.
Minnesota Ladies of Iron will award the top 3 places in each weight class and age division. In addition, the top 3 in each weight class and age division will be awarded to the winners of United Ladies of Iron.
Participating States:
Ohio, Idaho, Washington,Missouri, Connecticut, Virginia, Georgia, Minnesota,
Wisconsin, Tennessee, Massachusetts, Oregon, New York
EXTRA INFO
USAPL Minnesota: learn more about other upcoming MN USA Powerlifting meets at the official MN USAPL website.
USAPL Membership: All lifters must be registered members of USA Powerlifting before the day of the event. You can purchase a membership HERE.
Drug Testing: You must be performance enhancing drug free for at least 36 months prior to the date of this meet to be eligible to compete. At least 10% of all lifters at the meet will be tested by urinalysis. Banned substances include but are not limited to anabolic steroids and growth hormones. The complete list of banned substances is available on the web site of the World Anti-Doping Agency (www.WADA-ama.org).
American Records: American records CANNOT be set at this event.
Raw or Equipped: This event is open to raw and equipped lifters.
Lifting Attire: All competitors must wear a one piece lifting suit or a wrestling singlet, shoes and a T-Shirt. All equipment must conform to USA Powerlifting rules. See www.USAPowerlifting.com for details.
Nationals Qualifying: This meet is a qualifying event for all 2019 USAPL national championship events. See HERE for more info about qualifying.
Friday May 3:
TBD: Early Equipment Check for lifters
Saturday May 4:
6:30am-8:30am – Lifter Registration and Equipment check
7:00am-8:30am – Weigh ins
8:00am – Doors open for General Admission
8:15am – Rules meetings
9:00am – Lifting begins
REGISTRATION IS FULL.
USA Powerlifting American Strength Masters Brawl
March 30th, 2019
USA Powerlifting Minnesota Bench Press Championship January 19th, 2019
.Lifters you have just received an email containing important scheduling information. If you did not receive it, please let me know ASAP.
Flight Information
Session 1:
- Flight 1A: All Men and Women Masters, All Teen/Junior Women (15)
- Flight 1B: All Open Women (15)
Session 2:
- Flight 2A: Men’s Open 74 and 93 (10)
- Flight 2B: Men’s Open 105 and 120 (12)
- Flight 2C: Men’s Open 120+ and Men’s Teen/Junior (10)
Roster with flight information can be found here: https://liftingcast.com/meets/m6r2f3rrlolg/roster
Schedule:
Optional Early Equipment Check - Friday October 26th
5pm-7pm at American Strength
1636 Gervais Ave. Suit 13
Maplewood, MN 55109
**This will also be an opportunity to get rack and safety heights.**
This is not required but is HIGHLY suggested to expedite check-in on Saturday.
Session 1:
Lifter Check-in, Equipment Check and Weigh-ins - Saturday October 27th
Doors Open for Coaches and Lifters: 6:45 A.M.
Session 1 Weigh-in: 7 A.M - 8:30 A.M
**Weigh In order will be determined by Lot Number for All Lifters.** Lot numbers here: Lot Numbers
Each lifter will need to give rack heights and opening attempts at weigh-in. First attempt cards will be provided at check-in to give to referee during weigh-in.
Doors open for General Admission Spectators: 8:00am
Rules Briefing
8:15 A.M. in the warm-up area
National Anthem and Lifting Begins
9:00 A.M.
Session 2:
Lifter Check-in, Equipment Check and Weigh-ins - Saturday October 27th
Session 2 Weigh-in: 12:00 P.M. – 1:30 P.M.
**Weigh In order will be determined by Lot Number for All Lifters.**
Each lifter will need to give rack heights and opening attempts at weigh-in. First attempt cards will be provided at check-in to give to referee during weigh-in.
Rules Briefing
1:15pm – location TBD
Lifting Begins for Second Session:
2:00 P.M.
Good luck in your last week of training and we will see everyone on the 27th! Please let me know if you have any questions!
Professional Photography will be available from Mariah Hamm. Check out her site. https://www.mariahhamm.com/powerlifting
If you have any questions regarding the event, please contact Ken or Shannon directly via email, phone or the Facebook event page.
Emails: scmurphy08@gmail.com; kgastc@gmail.com
Shannon Phone: 507-276-6100
Ken Phone: 651-707-6378
Joe Warpeha to USA Powerlifting Minnesota (USAPL)
I am happy to announce that the USA Powerlifting coaching course is returning to MN. For the third year in-a-row, USA Powerlifting Coaching Committee chairman Matt Gary will be teaching the course. Thank you to Kenyon Graack and American Strength Training Center (Maplewood, MN) for hosting the course on Saturday, August 25. Registration is now open and will be limited to the first 20 people who sign up. This course will likely fill quickly based on the demand.
Details here: http://www.usaplmn.com/coaching-course/
Registration is now OPEN! Registration will close on March 21st or when the meet has reached capacity.
Full Power Registration: https://lifting.io/#/meet/-L1hXyPoClphcbtzbTy1/register
Bench Only Registration: https://lifting.io/#/meet/-L1hXqG1cY07N-FKUsxw/register
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Come join us as we celebrate the holidays!
This event is a potluck! Feel Free to being a dish to share!
(We have a sign up sheet at the gym)
Feel free to bring a friend or bring the whole family!
We will be taking a gym family portrait @ 1pm
with a guest appearance!
In addition to the holiday party, American Strength will be hosting a food drive for Second Harvest! We will be accepting canned goods, non-perishables, personal hygiene products and cleaning supplies.
If you are interested in helping at future USA Powerlifting Minnesota events please come out to American Strength on May 27th @ 12:00 p.m. to learn proper spotting and loading techniques, and how to help with the scoring table and lifting cast.
Anna White to USA Powerlifting Minnesota (USAPL)
April 7 ·
As most of you know we have significantly increased the opportunities to compete in MN in the last few years. With this increase comes a need for lots of new vo...
For the first time since 1998 in Minnesota, we will be hosting a USA Powerlifting Masters only meet. There will be 45 full meet slots available and 15 bench only. Look for entry forms in the future! We look forward to seeing you at American Strength on May 6th!
Full Powerlifting Awards will be given to 1st-3rd Place for Men's and Women's Raw and Equipped Master's 1 (40-49), Master's 2 (50-59) and Master's 3 (60+). Placing will be determined by formula.
Bench Only awards will be given to 1st - 3rd Place for Men's and Womens Raw and Equipped lifters. Placing will be determined by formula.
Links for Live Registration:
Full Power: https://lifting.io/#/meet/-KdN3XtcfCGKwM4kYtlD/register
Bench Only: https://lifting.io/#/meet/-KdN6Ncr2kLk61_e4p2M/register
Current Roster can be found here. Just select the event American Strength Master's Brawl Bench Only or Full Powerlifting to see the list of lifters.
Roster: https://lifting.io/#/home
If you have any questions regarding this event. Please contact Ken or Shannon directly via email, phone, or on the event facebook page.
Emails: scmurphy08@gmail.com; kgastc@gmail.com
Shannon Phone: 507-276-6100
Ken Phone: 651-707-6378
