The Bar Athletic Club

05/01/2026

If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you.
Simple as that.

04/29/2026

James Hogeda has earned a chance to continue his football career at Sul Ross.

https://sanangelolive.com/news/sports/2026-04-29/lake-view-state-champion-commits-play-college-football?fbclid=Iwb21leARfasljbGNrBF9qx2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHtQzl4DIo_oql8nQhNwjseMQdM_fZvvkW5nZ7rOGnDrhcUBqCzwgwrEX68RR_aem_AyDQ4oOxTw3SzideC2YhAw

Lake View High School's state champion powerlifter and a pivotal piece to the Chiefs' defensive line on the football team last season, James Hogeda, recently committed to Sul Ross State to play football in college.

04/29/2026

Take accountability. Motivation is a fleeting feeling. Have discipline. Choose action.
Wishing will not accomplish anything. Genies dont exist, and even if they did, good luck finding a lamp with a genie in it.

04/27/2026

Men, join us Sunday May 10th at 5pm for our Men's Bible study here at The Bar. We will be launching our study of Hebrews. May 10th we will covering Hebrews 1-2

04/25/2026

Nana's Sweet Shop
Fantastic place. This ice cream parlor has more personality than any other in town combined. This place is HUGE inside. It's right by NextLevel and right across the street from the park and the DOG PARK!

The ice cream is made in Fredericksburg and they have sooooo many flavors. The staff is super freindly, inviting, and helpful. Of course you can also sample the flavors to try before you commit. AND you can add all kinds of toppings.
I got a bowl with 3 scoops, coffee. Cookie monster, and peanut butter Baileys irish cream. Then i topped it off with crished Butterfingers, chopped nuts, white cholocolate chips, and marshmallows.

I'll definitely be going back. Best place in town to get icecream.

04/17/2026

💪 What creatine actually does
Creatine helps your body produce more ATP (energy) during short, explosive efforts like heavy lifts or sprints.
That’s why it’s one of the most effective supplements for strength and power output.
📈 Proven benefits
Increases max strength and reps (especially in the 1–10 rep range)
Helps with muscle size by increasing water content in muscle cells (cell volumization)
Can improve recovery between sets
Some evidence suggests cognitive benefits (focus, mental fatigue resistance)
🧪 Most effective form
Creatine Monohydrate is the gold standard
It’s the most researched, cheapest, and just as effective (or better) than fancy versions like HCL or buffered creatine
⚖️ Dosage
Standard: 3–5g daily, every day
Optional loading phase: 20g/day (split doses) for 5–7 days, then 3–5g daily
You don’t need to load—it just saturates muscles faster
💧 Water weight (important)
Expect 2–5 lbs of weight gain from increased water in muscles
This is intramuscular, not bloating under the skin
🕒 Timing
Timing doesn’t matter much—just take it consistently daily
Many people take it post-workout out of habit
🚫 Myths (cleared up)
Doesn’t damage kidneys in healthy individuals
Doesn’t cause hair loss (evidence is weak and indirect)
Not a steroid
You don’t need to “cycle” it
🥩 Natural sources
Found in red meat and fish—but you’d need a lot (like pounds per day) to match supplementation levels
⚠️ Who should be cautious
People with pre-existing kidney issues should check with a doctor first

04/07/2026

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Pre orders for the CARE BEAR shirt are open!! 🐻 🐻‍❄ 🧸 👕 👕 👕

Preorders close April 30th!

04/04/2026

New seated overhead press ready to use.

04/03/2026

Our newest shirt will be available for pre-orders very soon. So keep your 👀 eyes peeled🍌 for that pre-order link to be posted!

04/01/2026

Big announcement.
At the end of the month we are closing. We sold the property to a big up and coming business, Mooseknuckle Fitness, a men's only pole dancing gym.

03/30/2026

Our two USAPL champs

Samantha Trevino is a Highchool National Champion! To go a long with her state champion title!

Josephina Llanas placed 4th in a deeply stacked weightclass of 12 skilled lifters. She narrowly missed out on 3rd place by 11 pounds.

Both of these ladies are seniors and will be graduating this year.

03/27/2026

This young man has been on a journey. James Hogeda earned his way to the top through hard work. We are honored to have you here training at our facility THSPA state champion!!!