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It's an amazing feeling when someone looks up to you and says, "Wow, I want to be like you." Passing on knowledge to the next generation is incredibly rewarding. Interacting with people who want to learn, sharing tips and tricks, and watch…
Read the post →Ever wonder how those cards "move" when you tilt them? 🪄 It's called lenticular printing - tiny plastic ridges act like hundreds of mini magnifying glasses, each revealing different slices of hidden images as you change your viewing angle…
Read the post →To compete at your best, self-care isn't a luxury—it's essential. Sleep, hydration, nutrition, and hygiene aren't distractions; they're performance enhancers. Controlled breathing combats pre-match jitters, maintaining positive energy. And…
Read the post →Something big is coming to Izzi's Gym in three weeks, and we want to make sure you understand why it matters. You might have heard whispers about "Kayou cards" online. Maybe you've seen unboxing videos. Maybe you have no idea what we're ta…
Read the post →Card games in Sioux Falls are creating unexpected connections across generations. From kids to adults, families to couples, people are finding a shared passion and a supportive community at Izzi's Gym. It's more than just a hobby; it's a p…
Read the post →Episode 5 of the Izzi's GYM podcast is out now! Watch the full video on YouTube. Surrounding yourself with a strong community is essential for growth. When everyone around you is striving for excellence, you're encouraged to support each o…
Read the post →Are you ready to Chase the Magic! Who doesn’t want to create their own pony!! Let the ripping begin! Huge shoutout to Jessica Shen and Hasbro for making this a reality and Austin Moorhead for the inspiration!!
Read the post →🚨 SLEEPING EEVEE IS BACK 🚨 You asked, we delivered. We managed to get 4 cases in stock. Fair warning: Last time these sold out in under an hour. We're not exaggerating. If you missed it before, this is your shot. Don't sleep on it... eve…
Read the post →The bins just got restocked with ~4,000 Magic cards. Who knows what's hiding in there. Come dig this weekend. 🔍
Read the post →The downside of co-owning a store with your twin brother? You can't stop him from making purchases. Christopher struck again. 🫠 Comment your guesses: What did he buy? How many units?
Read the post →Most people think entrepreneurship is strategy and vision. It's not. It's toilet paper. I just got excited about a new dispenser for my store. Why? Holds 4 rolls instead of 1 Coreless (no cardboard tubes rolling around the floor) Survives…
Read the post →I don't keep many things in my personal collection, but this one definitely isn't for sale. 🔒 This is Ooyama's Pikachu from the 1998 Japanese Vending Series — entirely hand-drawn by Kouichi Ooyama, one of the ORIGINAL creators of the Poké…
Read the post →So Nick told me to stock up on change so we don't have to hit the bank for a while... I may have gone a little overboard. 🪙 50 POUNDS of coins. Drop your best guess below for how much money is in this mountain of change! Closest guess win…
Read the post →My mom went to get her blood pressure checked. She left with a new Pokémon friend. Here's what happened: The doctor saw her phone case. Asked about it. Mom mentioned her sons own a Pokémon store. Then something cool happened. He started ta…
Read the post →We've got another winner! 🎉 Don't forget—we do a free drawing EVERY Sunday at Izzi's. Shop during the week, get entries, and you could be next. Simple as that. See you soon! 🎴
Read the post →PSA results are in. 📦 Come see the grades in person at Izzi's! 🔥
Read the post →24 hours. That's how long I spent this weekend picking and packing TCG Player orders. Somewhere around hour 20, my dad's voice popped into my head: "If you're too busy working IN your business, you can't work ON your business." Here's what…
Read the post →We hosted our first Magic RCQ this weekend. Congratulations to Brett Eischens for taking it down! Can't wait for the next one.
Read the post →You know what I love about our customers? How talented they are. One of our regulars is a street artist. They asked "How can I help?" My answer: "Can you tag this wall?" They did. And it's incredible.
Read the post →This is why we do what we do. A mother told one of our team members yesterday: "We've tried so many different groups and teams, but my child never felt comfortable or like they belonged. They belong at Izzi's Gym." Every kid deserves a pla…
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