New IPL Men’s Athletic Pro & Top Transformation Winner Johnny Mattern Lands Cover of INSPIRE Magazine
INSPIRE Magazine Summer 2024 Cover
Make change in your life by taking action. Pray to God and always be grateful. Your faith will help you overcome all obstacles. Remove all bad habits, even if it’s just one at a time. Your quality of life will greatly increase, and you will live with a sense of purpose. Be determined and strive for your goals. Everything that the IPL has done to acknowledge my dedication is on a new level of notoriety. Thank you so much!
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INSPIRE Magazine Cover Story: Johnny Mattern Lost 80 Pounds, Earned Top Transformation Award & Became An IPL Pro
“When I saw 230lbs on the scale, that was the eye opener for me. I looked in the mirror and I told myself, ‘I need to fix this.’ I didn’t want to be a statistic…”

ATHLETIC Magazine: New IPL Men’s Athletic Pro Johnny Mattern
“…1st place and earning the Pro Card in Open was one of the most fulfilling moments of my life. I’ve never gotten a 1st place win in anything I’ve ever competed in since I was a kid…”

New IPL Men’s Athletic Pro & Top Transformation Winner Johnny Mattern Lands Cover of INSPIRE Magazine
“Make change in your life by taking action. Pray to God and always be grateful. Your faith will help you overcome all obstacles. Remove all bad habits, even if it’s just one at a time. Your quality of life will greatly increase, and you will live with a sense of purpose. Be determined and strive for your goals. Everything that the IPL has done to acknowledge my dedication is on a new level of notoriety. Thank you so much!”
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INSPIRE Magazine – Embracing Body Positivity & Diversity In The Fitness Industry
This shift is not just a passing trend but a cultural revolution, driven by a growing recognition of the beauty and strength inherent in diversity. Embracing body positivity in the fitness industry isn’t just about changing perceptions. It’s about changing lives.

INSPIRE Magazine: Nature Heals – Ecotherapy For Mental Wellness
…as urbanization and technological advancements have increasingly disconnected us from the natural world, the need to reintegrate nature into our lives for holistic well-being has become paramount.

INSPIRE Magazine – Rhonda Flagstad’s Journey From Devastating Motorcycle Accident Back To The Stage
“One perspective was changing my mindset from, ‘I have to go to the gym.’ to ‘I GET to go to the gym today!’ I feel fortunate that my injuries healed and that I can still compete.”
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New IPL Men’s Athletic Masters Pro Patrick Curtis Lands Cover Of INSPIRE Magazine!
“Today, as I stand on the cover of INSPIRE Magazine, I am humbled and grateful for the opportunity to share my story. I am deeply thankful to the IPL for providing a platform to amplify my voice, allowing me to inspire others by proving that transformation is within reach for anyone who dares to believe.”

ATHLETIC Magazine – JACKED! IPL Arizona Men’s Athletic Open Lineup: Featuring Ryan Brown, Danniel Giraldo & David Miller
“The Athletic Open lineup was a huge mix of nervousness and excitement!” – RYAN BROWN

ATHLETIC Magazine COVER STORY: 58-years-young, New IPL Pro Darren Daignault
“Even if you tried before and gave up, you can just start again. Age doesn’t matter. The key is to get started!”
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IPL Top Inspiration & Transformation Winner Loreto Mendez Lands Cover Of INSPIRE Magazine!
“What an experience of a lifetime! It’s an unbelievable honor to see myself on the cover of a magazine that has represented the amazing journeys of so many inspiring men and women before me.”

IPL Transformation Contestant, Evening Gown Competitor & Alaska Contest Promoter Teresa Quakenbush Lands Cover Of INSPIRE Magazine
“Being on the cover of INSPIRE Magazine as I turn 65 this year, with 42 years in bodybuilding, is more than just a photo. It is a testament. After seven years off stage and overcoming heart surgery and breast cancer, stepping back under those lights was pure resilience.”

INSPIRE Magazine Cover Story: Tina Campbell – From Pain To Power, Through Faith & Fitness
“No matter what challenges life throws at you, resilience, faith, and determination can carry you through. You just need to believe.”
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IPL Athlete Katy Stanton Lands The Cover Of INSPIRE Magazine!
“Seeing myself on the cover of a magazine is a bit surreal. Knowing what this magazine represents, I am truly honored.”

INSPIRE Magazine – Ed Harden Collects More Wins!
“I was pretty shocked really! I hadn’t given much thought to any of it during the process because it had been such a long journey. I spoke about it with other friends who have competed, and they told me I didn’t have anything to worry about and I’d be fine and encouraged me to get on stage. I stopped putting so much stress on where I place at and decided to enjoy the process.”

INSPIRE Magazine: Katie Baker – From New Mom to Bikini Stage A Year Later
“Pouring back into yourself postpartum is a must.”