New IPL Men’s Bodybuilding Open & Masters Pro Torrey Plunk Lands Cover Of ATHLETIC Magazine
Athletics didn’t just shape my body. It shaped my character. Wrestling taught me toughness. Martial arts and bodybuilding taught me patience and discipline. Fighting through karate, boxing, and MMA taught me composure under pressure. Sports exposed my weaknesses and taught me that excuses and complaining don’t help. You either prepare, or you get exposed. That mindset carried into business, leadership, faith, and life. Physical training is never just physical. It’s mental, emotional, and transformational. Bodybuilding, specifically, has been an outlet for creativity, discipline, purpose, and accomplishment for decades of my life. The IPL stage gave me the opportunity to earn my first Pro Card at 54 years old, and this September, at 55, I’ll compete in my very first Pro division, something I never truly believed was possible.
ATHLETIC Magazine Spring 2026 Cover
Our cover star is Torrey Plunk, New IPL Men’s Bodybuilding Open & Masters Pro, who made a dominant statement at the 2025 2nd Annual IPL Golden Heart Classic in Fairbanks, Alaska.
At 54 years old, Torrey first earned his Pro Card in Men’s Bodybuilding Masters 40+, then powered through a stacked Open lineup to secure his second Pro Card of the day. His journey reflects the mindset of discipline, longevity, and continuous improvement that defines natural bodybuilding and the ATHLETIC Magazine mission.
Inside this issue:
✨ Instant Energy Blasts — Quick, all-natural ways to fuel your day
✨ How to Build Natural Muscle Fast — Efficient strategies to maximize growth
✨ Six-Pack Secrets — Nutrition and core training tips to sculpt your abs
✨ IPL Pro Champs — Featuring Rob Tenerowicz & Scott Serig
Get ready for an ATHLETIC issue focused on practical, accessible tools to help active men elevate their health, fitness, and physique.
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New IPL Men’s Bodybuilding Open & Masters Pro Torrey Plunk Lands Cover Of ATHLETIC Magazine
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