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Athletic Lab Weightlifting brings home Gold at 2026 World Masters Weightlifting Championships

Congratulations to Athletic Lab weightlifters Barry Myers and Tanya Watson who recently represented the USA at the 2026 World Masters Weightlifting Championships in Athens, Greece. πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Barry Myers (M65, 65kg) πŸ₯‡ Gold β€” Snatch πŸ₯‡ Gold β€” Clean & Jerk πŸ₯‡ Gold β€” Total πŸ† American Record Holder American Record Holder Barry swept the podium in his division, putting together an incredible record breaking performance on the world stage and adding another chapter to an already impressive weightlifting career. πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Tanya Watson (W40; 77kg) 🌎 7th in the World Tanya battled against the best masters lifters from around the globe and earned an impressive 7th-place finish at the World Championships.

By |2026-10-07T16:12:19-04:00October 8th, 2026|News|0 Comments
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Athletic Lab Hosts Successful March Madness Weightlifting Meet

Athletic Lab recently hosted our annual Winter Weightlifting Classic, aΒ USA WeightliftingΒ sanctioned event that brought together the region’s lifting community for an action-packed day of competition. The competition ran for an excitingΒ 12 hoursΒ on Saturday, March 21st. We were proud to hostΒ 69 athletes representing 14 different clubs, competing across four high-energy sessions throughout the day. Special Thanks to Our Sponsors Events of this scale are made possible through the generous support of our partners. We would like to extend a sincere thank you to: 919 Spine Chiropractic OUTPUT VBT Sensor Sorinex Strength Teambuildr VALD Performance Products WCC Cafe Wooten Agency Restore Hyper Wellness The Athletes Archive Meet Highlights & Top Performers The caliber of lifting this year was exceptional, highlighted by the setting ofΒ two new State Records. To determine our "Best Lifter" awards across different body weights, we utilize theΒ Sinclair Coefficient, a formula that allows us to compare strength across all weight classes fairly. The competition was fierce, with six male lifters posting a Sinclair over 300 and six female lifters exceeding a Sinclair of 200. Top 3 Male Lifters (Snatch/C&J/Total/Sinclair): 1st Place:Β Benson Robles (Snatch: 145kg /C&J: 175kg / Total: 320kg /SC: 366.01) 2nd Place:Β Michael O'ConnorΒ (Snatch: 135kg/ C&J: 158kg / Total: 293kg /SC: 362.12) 3rd Place:Β Chase Overpeck (Snatch: 100kg /C&J: 128/ Total: 228/ SC: 334.77) Top 3 Female Lifters (Sinclair) 1st Place:Β Sydney Moskovitz (Snatch: 84kg/ C&J: 107kg/ Total: 191kg / SC: 232.11) 2nd Place:Β Eva Young (Snatch: 66kg /C&J: 83kg/ Total: 149kg / SC: 212.61) 3rd Place:Β Kimberlee Dekrey (Snatch: 78kg /C&J: 94kg /Total: 172kg / SC: 208.43) A Legacy of Excellence Athletic Lab has a long history of success in the sport of weightlifting. We boast one of the largest and most competitive teams in the region, supported [...]

By |2026-04-01T11:56:29-04:00April 1st, 2026|News|0 Comments
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2026 March Madness Weightlifting Meet

Athletic Lab Weightlifting Club is excited to announce the 2026 March Madness Weightlifting Meet, a USA Weightlifting (USAW) sanctioned event on Saturday, March 21, 2026, in Morrisville, NC. Registration will be limited to 80 athletes and is expected to fill quickly, so competitors are encouraged to claim their spot early. Event details This USAW sanctioned Olympic weightlifting meet will feature the snatch and clean & jerk, with results officially submitted to USA Weightlifting. A valid, up‑to‑date USAW membership is required to compete and must be active on the day of the meet and at the time of results submission. The March Madness meet will be held at Athletic Lab, located at 110 Competition Center Drive, Morrisville, NC 27560. Lifting will run from 9:00 AM to approximately 7:00 PM on a single platform with experienced officials and meet staff. Registration and pricing Registration is first‑come, first‑served and capped at 80 lifters. Tiered pricing rewards early sign‑ups and helps ensure sessions stay efficient and competitive. Early registration: 75.00 (through 02/06/26) Normal registration: 95.00 (02/07/26 – 03/07/26) Late registration: 120.00 (03/08/26 – 03/15/26), with late entry not guaranteed a t‑shirt The registration deadline is end of day on 03/15/26, with no entries accepted after that date. Athletes are strongly encouraged to double‑check all registration details (name, USAW number, weight class, date of birth, and club) to avoid delays in results processing. Competition schedule and format The meet will run in four sessions organized by gender and entry total, with lifters ordered by ascending opening total. Sessions are tentatively scheduled as follows: 1st Session (Women’s B): 9:00 AM start, 7:00 AM weigh‑in 2nd Session (Women’s A): 11:30 AM start, 9:30 AM weigh‑in 3rd Session (Men’s B): 2:00 PM [...]

By |2026-01-13T16:09:54-05:00January 13th, 2026|News|0 Comments
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Athletic Lab WLC earns 2nd place team at Carolina WSO

The Athletic Lab Weightlifting Club traveled to Chapin, SC, to compete in the Carolina WSO Championships on October 18th & 19th. This meet brings together the top weightlifters from North Carolina and South Carolina to compete head-to-head. Below are the results: Team Awards: Female Team: 2nd Place Men’s Team: 4th Place Overall Team: 2nd Place Individual Performances (Snatch/Clean+Jerk/Total): Lucy Brunson (44kg/54kg/98kg) Erin Pruitt (54kg/69kg/123kg) Hannah Forbes (49kg/65kg/114kg) Arianne Pandini (51kg/64kg/115kg) Leigh LeGare (74kg/100kg/174kg) Rebecca Rivera (74kg/98kg/172kg) Jamie Maffeo (85kg/99kg/184kg) Mariah Merkle (90kg/110kg/200kg) Bill Meredith (63kg/89kg/152kg) David Lopez (68kg/100kg/168kg) Luke Hernandez (77kg/107kg/184kg) Calvin Miller (97kg/112kg/209kg) Luke Lauther (97kg/127kg/224kg) Carter McBride (108kg/140kg/248kg) Tim Neal (96kg/112kg/208kg) Total Medals: 16 Lucy Brunson: 1st Place πŸ₯‡ 13U W63kg+, 2nd Overall πŸ₯ˆ Youth Female Lifter Tim Neal: 1st Place 16-17 M71kg Youth πŸ₯‡, 1st Place M71kg Junior πŸ₯‡, 2nd Place M71kg Open πŸ₯ˆ, 2nd Overall Youth MaleπŸ₯ˆ, 2nd Overall Open Male πŸ₯ˆ Jamie Maffeo: 2nd Place W77kg Open πŸ₯ˆ Mariah Merkle: 1st Place W69kg Open πŸ₯‡, 2nd Overall Open Female πŸ₯ˆ Rebecca Rivera: 1st Place W86kg+ πŸ₯‡, 2nd Place W86kg+ Open πŸ₯ˆ Leigh LeGare: 1st Place W86kg Masters πŸ₯‡, 2nd Place W86kg Open πŸ₯ˆ Calvin Miller: 2nd Place M79kg Masters πŸ₯ˆ Bill Meredith: 1st Place M60kg Open πŸ₯‡ State Records: Leigh LeGare: Masters 86kg 40-44 - Snatch, Clean+Jerk, Total Mariah Merkle: 69kg Open - Snatch, Clean+Jerk, Total Brian Henry: Masters 79kg - Snatch, CJ, Total Masters 88kg - Snatch, Clean+Jerk, Total Chase Overpeck: 65kg Open - Snatch The Athletic Lab Weightlifting Club is led by USA Weightlifting National Coach Jarrod Nobbe, MS. The team is recognized as an official Weightlifting Club by USA Weightlifting. The program is appropriate for both experienced high-level weightlifters and those wanting to compete in the sport. [...]

By |2025-10-28T14:30:02-04:00October 28th, 2025|News|0 Comments
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Athletic Lab Weightlifting Club at the Barbells & Sprinkles Open

Courtesy of @rriveradiazphotogphy On May 3rd, the Athletic Lab Weightlifting Club competed in the Barbells and Sprinkles Spring Open. Below are the results of each individual lifter: Women’s Team: Sarah Emmert 71/82/153 (2nd Place Women’s Masters) Eva Young 63/81/144 (1st Junior Women’s) Maya Waller 68/90/158 Ariel Hekier 62/75/137 Katherine Peck 70/81/151 Tanya Watson 70/86/156 (3rd Masters Women’s) Erin Pruitt 59/70/129 Men’s Team: Calvin Miller 95/111/206 (2nd Place Masters Men’s) Ewan McCallum 100/125/225 Luke Lauther 100/130/230 Carter McBride 108/153/251 Chase Overpeck 98/120/218 Tim Neal 90/117/207 (1st Junior Men’s as youth lifter) The Athletic Lab Weightlifting Club is led by USA Weightlifting National Coach Jarrod Nobbe, MS. The team is recognized as an official Weightlifting Club by USA Weightlifting. The program is appropriate for both experienced high level weightlifters as well as those wanting to compete in the sport. We rank among the very best in the region and our athletes compete at the local, national and international levels. Join one of the top weightlifting centers in the country and train in a team environment with our world class coaches.

By |2025-05-12T11:39:52-04:00May 12th, 2025|News|0 Comments
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2025 Athletic Lab Winter Weightlifting Class Results

Athletic Lab recently hosted their annual Winter Weightlifting Classic. The USA Weightlifting sanctioned event featured competitors from across North Carolina and surrounding states. Special thanks to our meet sponsors: 919 Spine Chiropractic OUTPUT VBT Sensor Sorinex Strength Teambuildr VALD Performance Products WCC Cafe Wooten Agency The meet was a great opportunity for veteran and beginner weightlifters looking for personal bests and qualifying totals. Athletic Lab is proud to provide opportunities for athletes of all ages and abilities to compete in well organized and smoothly run sanctioned meets. We take pride in doing our part in fueling a strong culture of weightlifting in the Southeast region. Athletic Lab has a long history of success in the sport of weightlifting. We boast one of the largest and most competitive teams in the region with dedicated space and equipment to support our team. Our team is led by USAW National Coach Jarrod Nobbe. Full results of the meet are available below: Men's Results Women's Results Professional quality photos from the meet are available for free: Women's Session 1 Women'sΒ Session 2 Men's Session 1 Men's Session 2

By |2025-02-19T14:45:14-05:00February 9th, 2025|News|0 Comments
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2025 Athletic Lab Winter Weightlifting Classic Registration Open

The Athletic Lab Weightlifting Club is excited to announce that registration for our 2025 Winter Classic is now live! Our 2025 Winter Classic (2/1/2025) will be a great opportunity for those looking to step on the weightlifting platform for the first time, those looking to compete locally, and provide an opportunity to qualify for National Meets. All information will be collected during registration. This is a USA Weightlifting (USAW) sanctioned meet. All participants must be current USAW members. This is a USAW Sanctioned meet. USAW membership is required to compete. Registration Price: Early: $75.00 (by 12/01/24) Normal: $95.00 (12/02/24 - 01/12/25) Late: $120.00 (01/13/25 - 1/26/25) Registration Deadline: 1/26/25 (End of Day) Preliminary Schedule: 1st Session (Women’s B): 9:00AM Start (7:00AM Weigh-in) 2nd Session (Women’s A): 11:30AM Start (9:30AM Weigh-in) 3rd Session (Men’s B): 2:00PM Start (12:00PM Weigh-in) 4th Session (Men’s A): 4:30PM Start (2:30PM Weigh-in) *Lifters are ordered by ascending opening total* Medals: Awarded by Sinclair scores for Males & Females in each division (Youth, Juniors, Seniors, Masters) Details: Date: February 1, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Location: Athletic Lab 110 Competition Center Drive Morrisville, NC 27560 US

By |2025-02-19T14:45:16-05:00December 13th, 2024|News|0 Comments
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Wakeland Branz, Tim Neal and Eva Young – August Members of the Month

Weightlifting Team Member Tim Neal Each month we highlight one or more of our members in our member of the month feature. For the month of August we've selected Wakeland Branz, Tim Neal and Eva Young as our Members of the Month. These three outstanding individuals qualified and competed at the USA Weightlifting National Championships. All three athletes are members of the Athletic Lab Weightlifting Team. The team is led by USA Weightlifting National Coach Jarrod Nobbe, MS. Β The club is recognized as an official Weightlifting Club by USA Weightlifting. We rank among the very best in the region and our athletes compete at the local, national and international levels. At the event, the three youth athletes had strong showings. Eva Young, 55kg (Youth) (Snatch: 65kg, CJ: 74kg Total: 139kg) 4th Place Tim Neal, 61kg (Youth) (Snatch: 75kg, CJ: 95kg, Total: 170kg) 4th Place Wakeland Branz, 67kg (Youth) (Snatch: 63kg, CJ: 80kg, 143kg) 25th Place Athletic Lab is one of the premier fitness and performance training centers in the country. We have a vibrant and diverse community. Members range from fitness enthusiasts looking to get in the best shape of their lives to elite professional athletes. You can read about previous members of the month here. _____________________________________________________ Weightlifting Team Member Wakeland Branz Name: Wakeland Branz What city were you born in? New Smyrna Beach, Florida What do you do when you’re not training at Athletic Lab (occupation, hobbies, etc)? I love to hike, ski, program, play with my dog, and hang out with friends when I'm not training at Athletic Lab. What’s your favorite exercise? Least favorite?Β My favorite exercise is cleans and my least favorite exercise is split squats. What do [...]

By |2025-02-19T14:47:19-05:00August 14th, 2024|News|0 Comments
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2024 Athletic Lab Spring Open Recap

Athletic Lab recently hosted their annual Spring Weightlifting Open. The USA Weightlifting sanctioned event featured competitors from across North Carolina and surrounding states. Special thanks to our meet sponsors: 919 Spine - Our Trusted Chiropractic Partner Sorinex - Industry Leading Strength Solutions Teambuildr - Best in Cass Programming Platform WCC Cafe - Restauarant and Bar by Tribeca Tavern Thorne - Integrated Health Solutions Wooten Agency - Independent Health Insurance Agency The meet was a great opportunity for veteran and beginner weightlifters looking for personal bests and qualifying totals. Athletic Lab is proud to provide opportunities for athletes of all ages and abilities to compete in well organized and smoothly run sanctioned meets. We take pride in doing our part in fueling a strong culture of weightlifting in the Southeast region. Athletic Lab has a long history of success in the sport of weightlifting. We boast one of the largest and most competitive teams in the region with dedicated space and equipment to support our team. Our team is led by USAW National Coach Jarrod Nobbe. Full results of the meet are available below: Men's Results Women's Results Professional quality photos from the meet are available for free and available for download: Women's Session 1 Women's Session 2 Men's Session

By |2024-05-27T09:55:59-04:00April 16th, 2024|News|0 Comments
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Registration Open for 2023 Athletic Lab Summer Weightlifting Classic

The Athletic Lab Weightlifting Team will host its annual Weightlifting Summer Classic on Saturday, June 3rd. This meet is a USA Weightlifting sanctioned event. If you’re an experienced weightlifter, it’s time to lock down your next competition at one of the best meets you’ll find in the region. If you’re new to the sport, there’s never been a better time or venue to get your feet wet. Athletic Lab weightlifting meets host all weight classes, age divisions, and skill levels, and do their best at making it a memorable experience. We have a competition platform (13’x13β€²), Eleiko and Werksan bars and bumper plates, and 10 warm-up platforms with competition bars and bumper plates. You won’t find a better competition venue anywhere else in the state of North Carolina. We take high-quality photos of every lifter, use meet management software, and provide meet t-shirts to all of our competitors as value-added benefits. Take a look at some of the photos from our most recent meet. Registration Price: Early: $75 (by 4/28/23) Normal: $95 (4/29/23-5/19/23) Late: $120 (5/20/23-5/27/23) Follow the link below to register.

By |2023-04-12T08:55:42-04:00April 12th, 2023|News|0 Comments
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Look like a team. Train like a team. Perform like a team. 😀 #gamechanginglifechanging #iloveal #teamtraining #sportsperformance #raleigh

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We remember today, September 11, 2001.

We remember the lives that were lost, the families that were forever changed, and the countless heroes who ran toward danger to help others.

We honor the courage, strength, sacrifice, and resilience shown that day and the days that followed.

Never Forget. πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

September 11, 2001

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We remember today, September 11, 2001. We remember the lives that were lost, the families that were forever changed, and the countless heroes who ran toward danger to help others. We honor the courage, strength, sacrifice, and resilience shown that day and the days that followed. Never Forget. πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ September 11, 2001

EVERYDAY PEOPLE. EXTRAORDINARY THINGS. πŸ’ͺ

We tested the Deadlift yesterday in our adult fitness program, Performance Fitness. Congrats to Joe on a 280kg (616lb) Deadlift max attempt, which is a new PR for him.

Athletic Lab is full of people like Joe who show up, put in the work, and continually show what they’re capable of with consistency and hard work.

#AthleticLab #strength #Deadlift #iloveal #raleigh

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EVERYDAY PEOPLE. EXTRAORDINARY THINGS. πŸ’ͺ We tested the Deadlift yesterday in our adult fitness program, Performance Fitness. Congrats to Joe on a 280kg (616lb) Deadlift max attempt, which is a new PR for him. Athletic Lab is full of people like Joe who show up, put in the work, and continually show what they’re capable of with consistency and hard work. #AthleticLab #strength #Deadlift #iloveal #raleigh

Happy Labor Day! πŸŒŸπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

#laborday2025 #labordayweekend

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Happy Labor Day! πŸŒŸπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ #laborday2025 #labordayweekend

The matches are over but we`d like to congratulate Patrick Kypson on competing at Wimbledon where he earned a spot in the main draw after breaking into the ATP Top 100 earlier this year and continuing his rise on the professional tour.

Patrick reached a major milestone, earning aΒ Grand Slam main draw victory with an impressive four-set win over fellow American Mackenzie McDonald, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4, 6-4.Β 

Patrick advanced to the second round before facing world No. 6 Taylor Fritz on Court 2 at the All England Club. While Fritz earned the victory, Patrick battled throughout the match and showcased the level of play that has made him one of the country`s top rising professionals.

Athletic Lab has had the privilege of being a part of Patrick`s performance journey, and we`re incredibly proud to see his hard work and dedication rewarded on one of the biggest stages in tennis. Reaching Wimbledon is a testament to years of disciplined training, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to improvement.

Congratulations, Patrick, on an outstanding achievement!

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The matches are over but we'd like to congratulate Patrick Kypson on competing at Wimbledon where he earned a spot in the main draw after breaking into the ATP Top 100 earlier this year and continuing his rise on the professional tour. Patrick reached a major milestone, earning aΒ Grand Slam main draw victory with an impressive four-set win over fellow American Mackenzie McDonald, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4, 6-4.Β  Patrick advanced to the second round before facing world No. 6 Taylor Fritz on Court 2 at the All England Club. While Fritz earned the victory, Patrick battled throughout the match and showcased the level of play that has made him one of the country's top rising professionals. Athletic Lab has had the privilege of being a part of Patrick's performance journey, and we're incredibly proud to see his hard work and dedication rewarded on one of the biggest stages in tennis. Reaching Wimbledon is a testament to years of disciplined training, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to improvement. Congratulations, Patrick, on an outstanding achievement!

Congratulations to @tim_usaw on an outstanding performance at the @usa_weightlifting Junior National Championships in Colorado Springs, Colorado earlier this month, where he earned a gold medal in one of the nation’s most competitive junior divisions. Tim is a long time member of the @athleticlab_weightlifting Team coached by USA Weightlifting National Coach @j.t.nobbe_

Weightlifting National Championships Week brings together the country’s top youth, junior, U25, and senior lifters, making every medal hard-earned. Tim rose to the challenge with a personal record in the clean & jerk to secure the top spot on the podium.

Congratulations, Tim on becoming a USA Weightlifting Junior National Champion! We are incredibly proud of your accomplishment and look forward to seeing what comes next as you continue to represent Athletic Lab on the national stage.

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Congratulations to @tim_usaw on an outstanding performance at the @usa_weightlifting Junior National Championships in Colorado Springs, Colorado earlier this month, where he earned a gold medal in one of the nation’s most competitive junior divisions. Tim is a long time member of the @athleticlab_weightlifting Team coached by USA Weightlifting National Coach @j.t.nobbe_ Weightlifting National Championships Week brings together the country’s top youth, junior, U25, and senior lifters, making every medal hard-earned. Tim rose to the challenge with a personal record in the clean & jerk to secure the top spot on the podium. Congratulations, Tim on becoming a USA Weightlifting Junior National Champion! We are incredibly proud of your accomplishment and look forward to seeing what comes next as you continue to represent Athletic Lab on the national stage.

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Look like a team. Train like a team. Perform like a team. 😀 #gamechanginglifechanging #iloveal #teamtraining #sportsperformance #raleigh

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We remember today, September 11, 2001.

We remember the lives that were lost, the families that were forever changed, and the countless heroes who ran toward danger to help others.

We honor the courage, strength, sacrifice, and resilience shown that day and the days that followed.

Never Forget. πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

September 11, 2001

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We remember today, September 11, 2001. We remember the lives that were lost, the families that were forever changed, and the countless heroes who ran toward danger to help others. We honor the courage, strength, sacrifice, and resilience shown that day and the days that followed. Never Forget. πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ September 11, 2001

EVERYDAY PEOPLE. EXTRAORDINARY THINGS. πŸ’ͺ

We tested the Deadlift yesterday in our adult fitness program, Performance Fitness. Congrats to Joe on a 280kg (616lb) Deadlift max attempt, which is a new PR for him.

Athletic Lab is full of people like Joe who show up, put in the work, and continually show what they’re capable of with consistency and hard work.

#AthleticLab #strength #Deadlift #iloveal #raleigh

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EVERYDAY PEOPLE. EXTRAORDINARY THINGS. πŸ’ͺ We tested the Deadlift yesterday in our adult fitness program, Performance Fitness. Congrats to Joe on a 280kg (616lb) Deadlift max attempt, which is a new PR for him. Athletic Lab is full of people like Joe who show up, put in the work, and continually show what they’re capable of with consistency and hard work. #AthleticLab #strength #Deadlift #iloveal #raleigh

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Suite 150
Phone:Β 919.617.1472
Email:Β info@athleticlab.com
Web:Β athleticlab.com

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