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There are not many athletes in the Strongman community who are more famous than Nick Best. Moreover, he is arguably the most impressive man in modern Strongman history, as he has been defying the aging process for years now. Even after more than a decade of pressuring his body with massive weights, Nick still continues to push his limits. So, most recently, he challenged himself with a 771-pound (349.7-kilogram) squat and successfully completed it.
Nick Best made his way to the “Dragon’s Lair Gym” in Las Vegas, which is owned by 7x 212 Mr. Olympia Flex Lewis. He then geared up for the 771-pound (349.7-kilogram) squat by putting on a pair of knee wraps, a lifting belt, and some wrist wraps. The only thing left to do was find some spotters before attempting the lift. Luckily for Nick, the All-Time Squat World Record holder, Joe Sullivan, was present to assist him alongside two other men.
Nick Best slowly dipped down with 771 pounds (349.7 kilograms) on his back, but quickly ascended back up. After re-racking the weight back, Nick excitedly stated:
“That was easy. That was kind of crazy.”
Watch the lift here:
Related: Strongman Nick Best Scores 10 Reps Of 700-lb (317.5-kg) 13-Inch Deadlift At 2022 Clash Of The Masters
Nick Best also performed his first heavy deadlift single in training which came out to 675 pounds (306.2 kilograms). While it wasn’t his heaviest deadlift, Nick expects to be back to pulling 800 pounds (362.9 kilograms) soon.
Nick Best is currently in the process of coming back from nephrectomy. This is a process of removing a kidney due to a tumor. Nick had undergone the surgery back in January, but things are just now starting to fall back in place. Interestingly, he recently revealed that the kidney tumor was found accidentally, as he originally went to the hospital due to a bench press incident.
Nick Best retired from Strongman competitions in 2022, but still left the door open for a few more powerlifting appearances. Consequently, this is why his focus has shifted towards powerlifting events and why a 771-pound (349.7-kilogram) squat seems effortless to him.
Nick Best, known for his remarkable strength, recently made headlines with his incredible 771-pound (349.7-kilogram) squat. However, it’s not just his squats that amaze people; he frequently showcases astonishing deadlift feats as well. For example, during the 2022 Mr. Olympia Expo, Nick loaded 600 pounds (272.2 kilograms) onto the bar and crushed 15 repetitions.
As a Strongman, Nick Best took part in 41 International and National competitions and came out victorious three times. However, he was admired by everyone due to his resilience and impressive stationary strength.
Nick Best’s powerlifting career is nothing short of incredible as well. He took part in 33 sanctioned competitions and won 20 of them. Furthermore, he set two Masters World Records in his most recent appearance at the 2022 WRPF FQ Classic 2.
Related: Strongman Nick Best Defies Age By Deadlifting 500lb For 50 Reps At 53 Years Old
Nick Best’s Powerlifting History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Wraps
870.8
529.1
870.8
2226.7
555.07
Single-ply
815.7
551.2
815.7
2155
537.54
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
WRPF
2022-05-01
FQ Classic 2
M50-54
2028.3
506.13
Location
USA-NV
Competition
FQ Classic 2
Division
M50-54
Age
53
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
304.5
Squat
749.6
804.7
821.2
821.2
Bench
407.9
440.9
463
463
Deadlift
683.4
744.1
-771.6
744.1
3
WRPF
2021-04-24
Kern US Open
Open
2028.3
505.81
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
52
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
305.1
Squat
749.6
-815.7
815.7
815.7
Bench
451.9
485
-507.1
485
Deadlift
727.5
-821.2
727.5
NS
WRPF
2019-04-27
Kern US Open
Open
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
50
Equipment
Wraps
1
IPL
2018-11-17
Old Dogs World Cup
Masters 50-54
2182.6
543.64
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Old Dogs World Cup
Division
Masters 50-54
Age
50
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
306.4
Squat
848.8
Bench
518.1
Deadlift
815.7
2
IPL
2018-09-14
Olympia Pro Powerlifting
Open
2155
537.54
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Olympia Pro Powerlifting
Division
Open
Age
49
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
304.9
Squat
815.7
Bench
507.1
Deadlift
832.2
GLP
89.92
3
USPA
2017-04-15
CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships
HW
2226.7
555.07
Location
USA-CA
Competition
CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships
Division
HW
Age
48
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
305.6
Squat
870.8
Bench
529.1
Deadlift
826.7
1
USPA
2017-01-07
American Cup Los Angeles Fit Expo
Open
2221.2
552.13
Location
USA-CA
Competition
American Cup Los Angeles Fit Expo
Division
Open
Age
48
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
308.6
Squat
854.3
Bench
523.6
Deadlift
843.3
1
USPA
2016-04-23
Nevada State Powerlifting Championships
Open
2171.6
540.78
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Nevada State Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
47
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
306.7
Squat
843.3
Bench
518.1
Deadlift
810.2
1
USPA
2016-04-23
Nevada State Powerlifting Championships
Masters 45-49
2171.6
540.78
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Nevada State Powerlifting Championships
Division
Masters 45-49
Age
47
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
306.7
Squat
843.3
Bench
518.1
Deadlift
810.2
DQ
USAPL
2000-07-09
Mens National Powerlifting Championships
M-O
Location
USA-IL
Competition
Mens National Powerlifting Championships
Division
M-O
Age
31
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
270.5
Squat
-733
-733
-733
1
USAPL
1999-04-10
California State
Open
1973.1
507.25
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
30
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
771.6
Bench
540.1
Deadlift
661.4
GLP
85.19
3
USAPL
1998-07-03
Mens National Powerlifting Championships
M-O
1940.1
501.06
Location
USA-CO
Competition
Mens National Powerlifting Championships
Division
M-O
Age
29
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
271.6
Squat
716.5
Bench
518.1
Deadlift
705.5
GLP
84.21
1
USAPL
1998-04-03
California State
Open
1973.1
507.25
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
733
Bench
551.2
Deadlift
688.9
GLP
85.19
1
USAPL
1997-07-26
Mens Nationals
Open
1989.7
511.5
Location
USA-IL
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
744.1
-777.1
-804.7
744.1
Bench
518.1
540.1
-551.2
540.1
Deadlift
661.4
688.9
705.5
705.5
GLP
85.9
1
ADFPA
1997-02-01
California State
Open
2022.7
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Single-ply
Squat
810.2
Bench
551.2
Deadlift
661.4
1
WDFPF
1996-08-24
World Powerlifting Championships
Open
1907
490.24
Location
USA-IL
Competition
World Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
760.6
Bench
485
Deadlift
661.4
GLP
82.33
1
ADFPA
1996-06-15
Mens Nationals
Open
1967.6
505.83
Location
USA-MO
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
744.1
771.6
-810.2
771.6
Bench
501.6
-523.6
-523.6
501.6
Deadlift
661.4
-688.9
694.5
694.5
GLP
84.95
1
ADFPA
1996-04-13
California State Championships
Open
2006.2
515.75
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State Championships
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
804.7
Bench
529.1
Deadlift
672.4
GLP
86.62
4
ADFPA
1995-07-15
Mens Nationals
Open
1901.5
488.83
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
705.5
-755.1
-755.1
705.5
Bench
485
507.1
512.6
512.6
Deadlift
661.4
683.4
-705.5
683.4
GLP
82.09
1
ADFPA
1995-03-25
California State
Open
1885
484.58
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
755.1
Bench
485
Deadlift
644.9
GLP
81.38
1
ADFPA
1994-12-11
Outlaw Christmas Open
Open
479.5
128.82
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Outlaw Christmas Open
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
479.5
GLP
66.16
1
ADFPA
1994-10-15
Beale Open and California State Deadlift
Open
1796.8
482.7
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Beale Open and California State Deadlift
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
672.4
Bench
463
Deadlift
661.4
GLP
81.61
5
ADFPA
1994-07-16
Mens Nationals
Open
1857.4
498.98
Location
USA-IL
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
661.4
711
727.5
727.5
Bench
451.9
474
-490.5
474
Deadlift
600.8
622.8
655.9
655.9
GLP
84.36
1
ADFPA
1994-04-23
California State
Open
1758.2
472.33
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
694.5
Bench
451.9
Deadlift
611.8
GLP
79.85
2
ADFPA
1994-01-23
California State Squat
Open
661.4
170.03
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State Squat
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
661.4
1
ADFPA
1993-10-23
Azusa Classic
Open
1769.2
475.29
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Azusa Classic
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
672.4
Bench
451.9
Deadlift
644.9
GLP
80.35
4
ADFPA
1993-07-10
Mens Nationals
Open
1780.2
478.26
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
-661.4
661.4
705.5
705.5
Bench
451.9
-474
474
474
Deadlift
-600.8
600.8
-633.8
600.8
GLP
80.86
2
ADFPA
1993-03-13
California State Championships
Open
1802.3
484.18
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State Championships
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
705.5
Bench
463
Deadlift
633.8
-650.4
633.8
GLP
81.86
7
ADFPA
1992-06-06
Mens Nationals
Open
1648
442.72
Location
USA-MN
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
23
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
633.8
-661.4
-661.4
633.8
Bench
402.3
-435.4
-435.4
402.3
Deadlift
600.8
611.8
-622.8
611.8
GLP
74.85
1
ADFPA
1991-11-02
Northern California
Open
1631.4
438.28
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Northern California
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
617.3
Bench
413.4
Deadlift
600.8
GLP
74.1
1
USPF
1991-08-24
East Beach Open
Natural
1625.9
436.8
Location
USA-CA
Competition
East Beach Open
Division
Natural
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
617.3
Bench
402.3
Deadlift
606.3
GLP
73.85
1
USPF
1991-08-24
East Beach Open
Open
1625.9
436.8
Location
USA-CA
Competition
East Beach Open
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
617.3
Bench
402.3
Deadlift
606.3
GLP
73.85
3
USPF
1985-04-01
El Dorado Gold Championships
High School
940
288.83
Location
USA-NV
Competition
El Dorado Gold Championships
Division
High School
Age
16
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
181.9
Weight
181.9
GLP
49.41
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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It is nice to see that Nick Best is almost back to his best form after his kidney surgery just a few months ago. He is already putting up humongous lifts in training and setting new goals for the future. So, it is just a matter of time until he enters another powerlifting competition and sets some more World Records.
Published: 28 May, 2023 | 2:37 PM EDT
There are not many athletes in the Strongman community who are more famous than Nick Best. Moreover, he is arguably the most impressive man in modern Strongman history, as he has been defying the aging process for years now. Even after more than a decade of pressuring his body with massive weights, Nick still continues to push his limits. So, most recently, he challenged himself with a 771-pound (349.7-kilogram) squat and successfully completed it.
Nick Best made his way to the “Dragon’s Lair Gym” in Las Vegas, which is owned by 7x 212 Mr. Olympia Flex Lewis. He then geared up for the 771-pound (349.7-kilogram) squat by putting on a pair of knee wraps, a lifting belt, and some wrist wraps. The only thing left to do was find some spotters before attempting the lift. Luckily for Nick, the All-Time Squat World Record holder, Joe Sullivan, was present to assist him alongside two other men.
Nick Best slowly dipped down with 771 pounds (349.7 kilograms) on his back, but quickly ascended back up. After re-racking the weight back, Nick excitedly stated:
“That was easy. That was kind of crazy.”
[/quote]
Watch the lift here:
Related: Strongman Nick Best Scores 10 Reps Of 700-lb (317.5-kg) 13-Inch Deadlift At 2022 Clash Of The Masters
Nick Best also performed his first heavy deadlift single in training which came out to 675 pounds (306.2 kilograms). While it wasn’t his heaviest deadlift, Nick expects to be back to pulling 800 pounds (362.9 kilograms) soon.
Nick Best is currently in the process of coming back from nephrectomy. This is a process of removing a kidney due to a tumor. Nick had undergone the surgery back in January, but things are just now starting to fall back in place. Interestingly, he recently revealed that the kidney tumor was found accidentally, as he originally went to the hospital due to a bench press incident.
Nick Best retired from Strongman competitions in 2022, but still left the door open for a few more powerlifting appearances. Consequently, this is why his focus has shifted towards powerlifting events and why a 771-pound (349.7-kilogram) squat seems effortless to him.
Nick Best, known for his remarkable strength, recently made headlines with his incredible 771-pound (349.7-kilogram) squat. However, it’s not just his squats that amaze people; he frequently showcases astonishing deadlift feats as well. For example, during the 2022 Mr. Olympia Expo, Nick loaded 600 pounds (272.2 kilograms) onto the bar and crushed 15 repetitions.
As a Strongman, Nick Best took part in 41 International and National competitions and came out victorious three times. However, he was admired by everyone due to his resilience and impressive stationary strength.
Nick Best’s powerlifting career is nothing short of incredible as well. He took part in 33 sanctioned competitions and won 20 of them. Furthermore, he set two Masters World Records in his most recent appearance at the 2022 WRPF FQ Classic 2.
Related: Strongman Nick Best Defies Age By Deadlifting 500lb For 50 Reps At 53 Years Old
Nick Best’s Powerlifting History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Wraps
870.8
529.1
870.8
2226.7
555.07
Single-ply
815.7
551.2
815.7
2155
537.54
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
WRPF
2022-05-01
FQ Classic 2
M50-54
2028.3
506.13
Location
USA-NV
Competition
FQ Classic 2
Division
M50-54
Age
53
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
304.5
Squat
749.6
804.7
821.2
821.2
Bench
407.9
440.9
463
463
Deadlift
683.4
744.1
-771.6
744.1
3
WRPF
2021-04-24
Kern US Open
Open
2028.3
505.81
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
52
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
305.1
Squat
749.6
-815.7
815.7
815.7
Bench
451.9
485
-507.1
485
Deadlift
727.5
-821.2
727.5
NS
WRPF
2019-04-27
Kern US Open
Open
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
50
Equipment
Wraps
1
IPL
2018-11-17
Old Dogs World Cup
Masters 50-54
2182.6
543.64
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Old Dogs World Cup
Division
Masters 50-54
Age
50
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
306.4
Squat
848.8
Bench
518.1
Deadlift
815.7
2
IPL
2018-09-14
Olympia Pro Powerlifting
Open
2155
537.54
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Olympia Pro Powerlifting
Division
Open
Age
49
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
304.9
Squat
815.7
Bench
507.1
Deadlift
832.2
GLP
89.92
3
USPA
2017-04-15
CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships
HW
2226.7
555.07
Location
USA-CA
Competition
CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships
Division
HW
Age
48
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
305.6
Squat
870.8
Bench
529.1
Deadlift
826.7
1
USPA
2017-01-07
American Cup Los Angeles Fit Expo
Open
2221.2
552.13
Location
USA-CA
Competition
American Cup Los Angeles Fit Expo
Division
Open
Age
48
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
308.6
Squat
854.3
Bench
523.6
Deadlift
843.3
1
USPA
2016-04-23
Nevada State Powerlifting Championships
Open
2171.6
540.78
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Nevada State Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
47
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
306.7
Squat
843.3
Bench
518.1
Deadlift
810.2
1
USPA
2016-04-23
Nevada State Powerlifting Championships
Masters 45-49
2171.6
540.78
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Nevada State Powerlifting Championships
Division
Masters 45-49
Age
47
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
306.7
Squat
843.3
Bench
518.1
Deadlift
810.2
DQ
USAPL
2000-07-09
Mens National Powerlifting Championships
M-O
Location
USA-IL
Competition
Mens National Powerlifting Championships
Division
M-O
Age
31
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
270.5
Squat
-733
-733
-733
1
USAPL
1999-04-10
California State
Open
1973.1
507.25
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
30
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
771.6
Bench
540.1
Deadlift
661.4
GLP
85.19
3
USAPL
1998-07-03
Mens National Powerlifting Championships
M-O
1940.1
501.06
Location
USA-CO
Competition
Mens National Powerlifting Championships
Division
M-O
Age
29
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
271.6
Squat
716.5
Bench
518.1
Deadlift
705.5
GLP
84.21
1
USAPL
1998-04-03
California State
Open
1973.1
507.25
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
733
Bench
551.2
Deadlift
688.9
GLP
85.19
1
USAPL
1997-07-26
Mens Nationals
Open
1989.7
511.5
Location
USA-IL
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
744.1
-777.1
-804.7
744.1
Bench
518.1
540.1
-551.2
540.1
Deadlift
661.4
688.9
705.5
705.5
GLP
85.9
1
ADFPA
1997-02-01
California State
Open
2022.7
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Single-ply
Squat
810.2
Bench
551.2
Deadlift
661.4
1
WDFPF
1996-08-24
World Powerlifting Championships
Open
1907
490.24
Location
USA-IL
Competition
World Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
760.6
Bench
485
Deadlift
661.4
GLP
82.33
1
ADFPA
1996-06-15
Mens Nationals
Open
1967.6
505.83
Location
USA-MO
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
744.1
771.6
-810.2
771.6
Bench
501.6
-523.6
-523.6
501.6
Deadlift
661.4
-688.9
694.5
694.5
GLP
84.95
1
ADFPA
1996-04-13
California State Championships
Open
2006.2
515.75
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State Championships
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
804.7
Bench
529.1
Deadlift
672.4
GLP
86.62
4
ADFPA
1995-07-15
Mens Nationals
Open
1901.5
488.83
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
705.5
-755.1
-755.1
705.5
Bench
485
507.1
512.6
512.6
Deadlift
661.4
683.4
-705.5
683.4
GLP
82.09
1
ADFPA
1995-03-25
California State
Open
1885
484.58
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
755.1
Bench
485
Deadlift
644.9
GLP
81.38
1
ADFPA
1994-12-11
Outlaw Christmas Open
Open
479.5
128.82
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Outlaw Christmas Open
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
479.5
GLP
66.16
1
ADFPA
1994-10-15
Beale Open and California State Deadlift
Open
1796.8
482.7
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Beale Open and California State Deadlift
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
672.4
Bench
463
Deadlift
661.4
GLP
81.61
5
ADFPA
1994-07-16
Mens Nationals
Open
1857.4
498.98
Location
USA-IL
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
661.4
711
727.5
727.5
Bench
451.9
474
-490.5
474
Deadlift
600.8
622.8
655.9
655.9
GLP
84.36
1
ADFPA
1994-04-23
California State
Open
1758.2
472.33
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
694.5
Bench
451.9
Deadlift
611.8
GLP
79.85
2
ADFPA
1994-01-23
California State Squat
Open
661.4
170.03
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State Squat
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
661.4
1
ADFPA
1993-10-23
Azusa Classic
Open
1769.2
475.29
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Azusa Classic
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
672.4
Bench
451.9
Deadlift
644.9
GLP
80.35
4
ADFPA
1993-07-10
Mens Nationals
Open
1780.2
478.26
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
-661.4
661.4
705.5
705.5
Bench
451.9
-474
474
474
Deadlift
-600.8
600.8
-633.8
600.8
GLP
80.86
2
ADFPA
1993-03-13
California State Championships
Open
1802.3
484.18
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State Championships
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
705.5
Bench
463
Deadlift
633.8
-650.4
633.8
GLP
81.86
7
ADFPA
1992-06-06
Mens Nationals
Open
1648
442.72
Location
USA-MN
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
23
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
633.8
-661.4
-661.4
633.8
Bench
402.3
-435.4
-435.4
402.3
Deadlift
600.8
611.8
-622.8
611.8
GLP
74.85
1
ADFPA
1991-11-02
Northern California
Open
1631.4
438.28
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Northern California
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
617.3
Bench
413.4
Deadlift
600.8
GLP
74.1
1
USPF
1991-08-24
East Beach Open
Natural
1625.9
436.8
Location
USA-CA
Competition
East Beach Open
Division
Natural
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
617.3
Bench
402.3
Deadlift
606.3
GLP
73.85
1
USPF
1991-08-24
East Beach Open
Open
1625.9
436.8
Location
USA-CA
Competition
East Beach Open
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
617.3
Bench
402.3
Deadlift
606.3
GLP
73.85
3
USPF
1985-04-01
El Dorado Gold Championships
High School
940
288.83
Location
USA-NV
Competition
El Dorado Gold Championships
Division
High School
Age
16
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
181.9
Weight
181.9
GLP
49.41
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
Analyze Lifts
It is nice to see that Nick Best is almost back to his best form after his kidney surgery just a few months ago. He is already putting up humongous lifts in training and setting new goals for the future. So, it is just a matter of time until he enters another powerlifting competition and sets some more World Records.
Published: 28 May, 2023 | 2:37 PM EDT
Click here to view the article.
Nick Best made his way to the “Dragon’s Lair Gym” in Las Vegas, which is owned by 7x 212 Mr. Olympia Flex Lewis. He then geared up for the 771-pound (349.7-kilogram) squat by putting on a pair of knee wraps, a lifting belt, and some wrist wraps. The only thing left to do was find some spotters before attempting the lift. Luckily for Nick, the All-Time Squat World Record holder, Joe Sullivan, was present to assist him alongside two other men.
Nick Best slowly dipped down with 771 pounds (349.7 kilograms) on his back, but quickly ascended back up. After re-racking the weight back, Nick excitedly stated:
“That was easy. That was kind of crazy.”
Watch the lift here:
Related: Strongman Nick Best Scores 10 Reps Of 700-lb (317.5-kg) 13-Inch Deadlift At 2022 Clash Of The Masters
Nick Best also performed his first heavy deadlift single in training which came out to 675 pounds (306.2 kilograms). While it wasn’t his heaviest deadlift, Nick expects to be back to pulling 800 pounds (362.9 kilograms) soon.
Nick Best is currently in the process of coming back from nephrectomy. This is a process of removing a kidney due to a tumor. Nick had undergone the surgery back in January, but things are just now starting to fall back in place. Interestingly, he recently revealed that the kidney tumor was found accidentally, as he originally went to the hospital due to a bench press incident.
Nick Best retired from Strongman competitions in 2022, but still left the door open for a few more powerlifting appearances. Consequently, this is why his focus has shifted towards powerlifting events and why a 771-pound (349.7-kilogram) squat seems effortless to him.
Nick Best, known for his remarkable strength, recently made headlines with his incredible 771-pound (349.7-kilogram) squat. However, it’s not just his squats that amaze people; he frequently showcases astonishing deadlift feats as well. For example, during the 2022 Mr. Olympia Expo, Nick loaded 600 pounds (272.2 kilograms) onto the bar and crushed 15 repetitions.
As a Strongman, Nick Best took part in 41 International and National competitions and came out victorious three times. However, he was admired by everyone due to his resilience and impressive stationary strength.
Nick Best’s powerlifting career is nothing short of incredible as well. He took part in 33 sanctioned competitions and won 20 of them. Furthermore, he set two Masters World Records in his most recent appearance at the 2022 WRPF FQ Classic 2.
Related: Strongman Nick Best Defies Age By Deadlifting 500lb For 50 Reps At 53 Years Old
Nick Best’s Powerlifting History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Wraps
870.8
529.1
870.8
2226.7
555.07
Single-ply
815.7
551.2
815.7
2155
537.54
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
WRPF
2022-05-01
FQ Classic 2
M50-54
2028.3
506.13
Location
USA-NV
Competition
FQ Classic 2
Division
M50-54
Age
53
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
304.5
Squat
749.6
804.7
821.2
821.2
Bench
407.9
440.9
463
463
Deadlift
683.4
744.1
-771.6
744.1
3
WRPF
2021-04-24
Kern US Open
Open
2028.3
505.81
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
52
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
305.1
Squat
749.6
-815.7
815.7
815.7
Bench
451.9
485
-507.1
485
Deadlift
727.5
-821.2
727.5
NS
WRPF
2019-04-27
Kern US Open
Open
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
50
Equipment
Wraps
1
IPL
2018-11-17
Old Dogs World Cup
Masters 50-54
2182.6
543.64
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Old Dogs World Cup
Division
Masters 50-54
Age
50
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
306.4
Squat
848.8
Bench
518.1
Deadlift
815.7
2
IPL
2018-09-14
Olympia Pro Powerlifting
Open
2155
537.54
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Olympia Pro Powerlifting
Division
Open
Age
49
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
304.9
Squat
815.7
Bench
507.1
Deadlift
832.2
GLP
89.92
3
USPA
2017-04-15
CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships
HW
2226.7
555.07
Location
USA-CA
Competition
CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships
Division
HW
Age
48
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
305.6
Squat
870.8
Bench
529.1
Deadlift
826.7
1
USPA
2017-01-07
American Cup Los Angeles Fit Expo
Open
2221.2
552.13
Location
USA-CA
Competition
American Cup Los Angeles Fit Expo
Division
Open
Age
48
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
308.6
Squat
854.3
Bench
523.6
Deadlift
843.3
1
USPA
2016-04-23
Nevada State Powerlifting Championships
Open
2171.6
540.78
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Nevada State Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
47
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
306.7
Squat
843.3
Bench
518.1
Deadlift
810.2
1
USPA
2016-04-23
Nevada State Powerlifting Championships
Masters 45-49
2171.6
540.78
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Nevada State Powerlifting Championships
Division
Masters 45-49
Age
47
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
306.7
Squat
843.3
Bench
518.1
Deadlift
810.2
DQ
USAPL
2000-07-09
Mens National Powerlifting Championships
M-O
Location
USA-IL
Competition
Mens National Powerlifting Championships
Division
M-O
Age
31
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
270.5
Squat
-733
-733
-733
1
USAPL
1999-04-10
California State
Open
1973.1
507.25
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
30
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
771.6
Bench
540.1
Deadlift
661.4
GLP
85.19
3
USAPL
1998-07-03
Mens National Powerlifting Championships
M-O
1940.1
501.06
Location
USA-CO
Competition
Mens National Powerlifting Championships
Division
M-O
Age
29
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
271.6
Squat
716.5
Bench
518.1
Deadlift
705.5
GLP
84.21
1
USAPL
1998-04-03
California State
Open
1973.1
507.25
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
733
Bench
551.2
Deadlift
688.9
GLP
85.19
1
USAPL
1997-07-26
Mens Nationals
Open
1989.7
511.5
Location
USA-IL
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
744.1
-777.1
-804.7
744.1
Bench
518.1
540.1
-551.2
540.1
Deadlift
661.4
688.9
705.5
705.5
GLP
85.9
1
ADFPA
1997-02-01
California State
Open
2022.7
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Single-ply
Squat
810.2
Bench
551.2
Deadlift
661.4
1
WDFPF
1996-08-24
World Powerlifting Championships
Open
1907
490.24
Location
USA-IL
Competition
World Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
760.6
Bench
485
Deadlift
661.4
GLP
82.33
1
ADFPA
1996-06-15
Mens Nationals
Open
1967.6
505.83
Location
USA-MO
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
744.1
771.6
-810.2
771.6
Bench
501.6
-523.6
-523.6
501.6
Deadlift
661.4
-688.9
694.5
694.5
GLP
84.95
1
ADFPA
1996-04-13
California State Championships
Open
2006.2
515.75
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State Championships
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
804.7
Bench
529.1
Deadlift
672.4
GLP
86.62
4
ADFPA
1995-07-15
Mens Nationals
Open
1901.5
488.83
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
705.5
-755.1
-755.1
705.5
Bench
485
507.1
512.6
512.6
Deadlift
661.4
683.4
-705.5
683.4
GLP
82.09
1
ADFPA
1995-03-25
California State
Open
1885
484.58
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
755.1
Bench
485
Deadlift
644.9
GLP
81.38
1
ADFPA
1994-12-11
Outlaw Christmas Open
Open
479.5
128.82
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Outlaw Christmas Open
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
479.5
GLP
66.16
1
ADFPA
1994-10-15
Beale Open and California State Deadlift
Open
1796.8
482.7
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Beale Open and California State Deadlift
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
672.4
Bench
463
Deadlift
661.4
GLP
81.61
5
ADFPA
1994-07-16
Mens Nationals
Open
1857.4
498.98
Location
USA-IL
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
661.4
711
727.5
727.5
Bench
451.9
474
-490.5
474
Deadlift
600.8
622.8
655.9
655.9
GLP
84.36
1
ADFPA
1994-04-23
California State
Open
1758.2
472.33
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
694.5
Bench
451.9
Deadlift
611.8
GLP
79.85
2
ADFPA
1994-01-23
California State Squat
Open
661.4
170.03
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State Squat
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
661.4
1
ADFPA
1993-10-23
Azusa Classic
Open
1769.2
475.29
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Azusa Classic
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
672.4
Bench
451.9
Deadlift
644.9
GLP
80.35
4
ADFPA
1993-07-10
Mens Nationals
Open
1780.2
478.26
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
-661.4
661.4
705.5
705.5
Bench
451.9
-474
474
474
Deadlift
-600.8
600.8
-633.8
600.8
GLP
80.86
2
ADFPA
1993-03-13
California State Championships
Open
1802.3
484.18
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State Championships
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
705.5
Bench
463
Deadlift
633.8
-650.4
633.8
GLP
81.86
7
ADFPA
1992-06-06
Mens Nationals
Open
1648
442.72
Location
USA-MN
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
23
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
633.8
-661.4
-661.4
633.8
Bench
402.3
-435.4
-435.4
402.3
Deadlift
600.8
611.8
-622.8
611.8
GLP
74.85
1
ADFPA
1991-11-02
Northern California
Open
1631.4
438.28
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Northern California
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
617.3
Bench
413.4
Deadlift
600.8
GLP
74.1
1
USPF
1991-08-24
East Beach Open
Natural
1625.9
436.8
Location
USA-CA
Competition
East Beach Open
Division
Natural
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
617.3
Bench
402.3
Deadlift
606.3
GLP
73.85
1
USPF
1991-08-24
East Beach Open
Open
1625.9
436.8
Location
USA-CA
Competition
East Beach Open
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
617.3
Bench
402.3
Deadlift
606.3
GLP
73.85
3
USPF
1985-04-01
El Dorado Gold Championships
High School
940
288.83
Location
USA-NV
Competition
El Dorado Gold Championships
Division
High School
Age
16
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
181.9
Weight
181.9
GLP
49.41
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
Analyze Lifts
It is nice to see that Nick Best is almost back to his best form after his kidney surgery just a few months ago. He is already putting up humongous lifts in training and setting new goals for the future. So, it is just a matter of time until he enters another powerlifting competition and sets some more World Records.
Published: 28 May, 2023 | 2:37 PM EDT
Nick Best made his way to the “Dragon’s Lair Gym” in Las Vegas, which is owned by 7x 212 Mr. Olympia Flex Lewis. He then geared up for the 771-pound (349.7-kilogram) squat by putting on a pair of knee wraps, a lifting belt, and some wrist wraps. The only thing left to do was find some spotters before attempting the lift. Luckily for Nick, the All-Time Squat World Record holder, Joe Sullivan, was present to assist him alongside two other men.
Nick Best slowly dipped down with 771 pounds (349.7 kilograms) on his back, but quickly ascended back up. After re-racking the weight back, Nick excitedly stated:
“That was easy. That was kind of crazy.”
[/quote]
Watch the lift here:
Related: Strongman Nick Best Scores 10 Reps Of 700-lb (317.5-kg) 13-Inch Deadlift At 2022 Clash Of The Masters
Nick Best also performed his first heavy deadlift single in training which came out to 675 pounds (306.2 kilograms). While it wasn’t his heaviest deadlift, Nick expects to be back to pulling 800 pounds (362.9 kilograms) soon.
Nick Best is currently in the process of coming back from nephrectomy. This is a process of removing a kidney due to a tumor. Nick had undergone the surgery back in January, but things are just now starting to fall back in place. Interestingly, he recently revealed that the kidney tumor was found accidentally, as he originally went to the hospital due to a bench press incident.
Nick Best retired from Strongman competitions in 2022, but still left the door open for a few more powerlifting appearances. Consequently, this is why his focus has shifted towards powerlifting events and why a 771-pound (349.7-kilogram) squat seems effortless to him.
Nick Best, known for his remarkable strength, recently made headlines with his incredible 771-pound (349.7-kilogram) squat. However, it’s not just his squats that amaze people; he frequently showcases astonishing deadlift feats as well. For example, during the 2022 Mr. Olympia Expo, Nick loaded 600 pounds (272.2 kilograms) onto the bar and crushed 15 repetitions.
As a Strongman, Nick Best took part in 41 International and National competitions and came out victorious three times. However, he was admired by everyone due to his resilience and impressive stationary strength.
Nick Best’s powerlifting career is nothing short of incredible as well. He took part in 33 sanctioned competitions and won 20 of them. Furthermore, he set two Masters World Records in his most recent appearance at the 2022 WRPF FQ Classic 2.
Related: Strongman Nick Best Defies Age By Deadlifting 500lb For 50 Reps At 53 Years Old
Nick Best’s Powerlifting History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Wraps
870.8
529.1
870.8
2226.7
555.07
Single-ply
815.7
551.2
815.7
2155
537.54
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
WRPF
2022-05-01
FQ Classic 2
M50-54
2028.3
506.13
Location
USA-NV
Competition
FQ Classic 2
Division
M50-54
Age
53
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
304.5
Squat
749.6
804.7
821.2
821.2
Bench
407.9
440.9
463
463
Deadlift
683.4
744.1
-771.6
744.1
3
WRPF
2021-04-24
Kern US Open
Open
2028.3
505.81
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
52
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
305.1
Squat
749.6
-815.7
815.7
815.7
Bench
451.9
485
-507.1
485
Deadlift
727.5
-821.2
727.5
NS
WRPF
2019-04-27
Kern US Open
Open
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
50
Equipment
Wraps
1
IPL
2018-11-17
Old Dogs World Cup
Masters 50-54
2182.6
543.64
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Old Dogs World Cup
Division
Masters 50-54
Age
50
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
306.4
Squat
848.8
Bench
518.1
Deadlift
815.7
2
IPL
2018-09-14
Olympia Pro Powerlifting
Open
2155
537.54
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Olympia Pro Powerlifting
Division
Open
Age
49
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
304.9
Squat
815.7
Bench
507.1
Deadlift
832.2
GLP
89.92
3
USPA
2017-04-15
CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships
HW
2226.7
555.07
Location
USA-CA
Competition
CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships
Division
HW
Age
48
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
305.6
Squat
870.8
Bench
529.1
Deadlift
826.7
1
USPA
2017-01-07
American Cup Los Angeles Fit Expo
Open
2221.2
552.13
Location
USA-CA
Competition
American Cup Los Angeles Fit Expo
Division
Open
Age
48
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
308.6
Squat
854.3
Bench
523.6
Deadlift
843.3
1
USPA
2016-04-23
Nevada State Powerlifting Championships
Open
2171.6
540.78
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Nevada State Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
47
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
306.7
Squat
843.3
Bench
518.1
Deadlift
810.2
1
USPA
2016-04-23
Nevada State Powerlifting Championships
Masters 45-49
2171.6
540.78
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Nevada State Powerlifting Championships
Division
Masters 45-49
Age
47
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
306.7
Squat
843.3
Bench
518.1
Deadlift
810.2
DQ
USAPL
2000-07-09
Mens National Powerlifting Championships
M-O
Location
USA-IL
Competition
Mens National Powerlifting Championships
Division
M-O
Age
31
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
270.5
Squat
-733
-733
-733
1
USAPL
1999-04-10
California State
Open
1973.1
507.25
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
30
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
771.6
Bench
540.1
Deadlift
661.4
GLP
85.19
3
USAPL
1998-07-03
Mens National Powerlifting Championships
M-O
1940.1
501.06
Location
USA-CO
Competition
Mens National Powerlifting Championships
Division
M-O
Age
29
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
271.6
Squat
716.5
Bench
518.1
Deadlift
705.5
GLP
84.21
1
USAPL
1998-04-03
California State
Open
1973.1
507.25
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
733
Bench
551.2
Deadlift
688.9
GLP
85.19
1
USAPL
1997-07-26
Mens Nationals
Open
1989.7
511.5
Location
USA-IL
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
744.1
-777.1
-804.7
744.1
Bench
518.1
540.1
-551.2
540.1
Deadlift
661.4
688.9
705.5
705.5
GLP
85.9
1
ADFPA
1997-02-01
California State
Open
2022.7
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Single-ply
Squat
810.2
Bench
551.2
Deadlift
661.4
1
WDFPF
1996-08-24
World Powerlifting Championships
Open
1907
490.24
Location
USA-IL
Competition
World Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
760.6
Bench
485
Deadlift
661.4
GLP
82.33
1
ADFPA
1996-06-15
Mens Nationals
Open
1967.6
505.83
Location
USA-MO
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
744.1
771.6
-810.2
771.6
Bench
501.6
-523.6
-523.6
501.6
Deadlift
661.4
-688.9
694.5
694.5
GLP
84.95
1
ADFPA
1996-04-13
California State Championships
Open
2006.2
515.75
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State Championships
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
804.7
Bench
529.1
Deadlift
672.4
GLP
86.62
4
ADFPA
1995-07-15
Mens Nationals
Open
1901.5
488.83
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
705.5
-755.1
-755.1
705.5
Bench
485
507.1
512.6
512.6
Deadlift
661.4
683.4
-705.5
683.4
GLP
82.09
1
ADFPA
1995-03-25
California State
Open
1885
484.58
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
755.1
Bench
485
Deadlift
644.9
GLP
81.38
1
ADFPA
1994-12-11
Outlaw Christmas Open
Open
479.5
128.82
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Outlaw Christmas Open
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
479.5
GLP
66.16
1
ADFPA
1994-10-15
Beale Open and California State Deadlift
Open
1796.8
482.7
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Beale Open and California State Deadlift
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
672.4
Bench
463
Deadlift
661.4
GLP
81.61
5
ADFPA
1994-07-16
Mens Nationals
Open
1857.4
498.98
Location
USA-IL
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
661.4
711
727.5
727.5
Bench
451.9
474
-490.5
474
Deadlift
600.8
622.8
655.9
655.9
GLP
84.36
1
ADFPA
1994-04-23
California State
Open
1758.2
472.33
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
694.5
Bench
451.9
Deadlift
611.8
GLP
79.85
2
ADFPA
1994-01-23
California State Squat
Open
661.4
170.03
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State Squat
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
275.6
Squat
661.4
1
ADFPA
1993-10-23
Azusa Classic
Open
1769.2
475.29
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Azusa Classic
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
672.4
Bench
451.9
Deadlift
644.9
GLP
80.35
4
ADFPA
1993-07-10
Mens Nationals
Open
1780.2
478.26
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
-661.4
661.4
705.5
705.5
Bench
451.9
-474
474
474
Deadlift
-600.8
600.8
-633.8
600.8
GLP
80.86
2
ADFPA
1993-03-13
California State Championships
Open
1802.3
484.18
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State Championships
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
705.5
Bench
463
Deadlift
633.8
-650.4
633.8
GLP
81.86
7
ADFPA
1992-06-06
Mens Nationals
Open
1648
442.72
Location
USA-MN
Competition
Mens Nationals
Division
Open
Age
23
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
633.8
-661.4
-661.4
633.8
Bench
402.3
-435.4
-435.4
402.3
Deadlift
600.8
611.8
-622.8
611.8
GLP
74.85
1
ADFPA
1991-11-02
Northern California
Open
1631.4
438.28
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Northern California
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
617.3
Bench
413.4
Deadlift
600.8
GLP
74.1
1
USPF
1991-08-24
East Beach Open
Natural
1625.9
436.8
Location
USA-CA
Competition
East Beach Open
Division
Natural
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
617.3
Bench
402.3
Deadlift
606.3
GLP
73.85
1
USPF
1991-08-24
East Beach Open
Open
1625.9
436.8
Location
USA-CA
Competition
East Beach Open
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
617.3
Bench
402.3
Deadlift
606.3
GLP
73.85
3
USPF
1985-04-01
El Dorado Gold Championships
High School
940
288.83
Location
USA-NV
Competition
El Dorado Gold Championships
Division
High School
Age
16
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
181.9
Weight
181.9
GLP
49.41
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
Analyze Lifts
It is nice to see that Nick Best is almost back to his best form after his kidney surgery just a few months ago. He is already putting up humongous lifts in training and setting new goals for the future. So, it is just a matter of time until he enters another powerlifting competition and sets some more World Records.
Published: 28 May, 2023 | 2:37 PM EDT
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