Tag: powerlifting
Larry Wheels Smokes 495-lb (224.5-kg) Bench Press For Ten Reps In Training
Larry Wheels recently got diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis, which is a condition often caused by overtraining and is known to be fatal in some cases. However, he has seemingly already recovered, as he is back in the gym performing some mind-blowing feats of strength. In the recent case, Larry went back to one of his most […]
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Hildeborg Hugdal (+84KG) Bench Presses IPF Equipped World Record 235.5 Kilograms
Hildeborg Juvet Hugdal of Norway is a veteran powerlifter, having competed for more than 20 years. Although mainly renowned as a bench presser, Hugdal is a two-time world champion powerlifter, having won gold … Read more
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‘I Was at Risk of Kidney Failure’: Larry Wheels Shares Recovery Update after Rhabdo Diagnosis
Powerlifting sensation Larry Wheels has faced several health challenges over the course of his career. The fitness influencer was diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis last week. In a recent video uploaded on YouTube, Wheels opened up about his experience before finding out he got rhabdo and shared recovery updates. Larry Wheels carved his own space in the […]
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Powerlifter Russel Orhii Crushes 212.5-kg (468.4-lb) Bench Press PR In Prep For a Return To The IPF
Russel Orhii is easily one of the greatest powerlifters ever in the 83-kilogram weight class, having won numerous titles across the years. Therefore, it was somewhat surprising that he had not been too active this year in terms of competitions. However, his training sessions were still going strong, and he looks stronger than ever. This is evident by Russel’s numerous recent feats of strength, most notably the new 212.5-kilogram (468.4-pound) Bench Press PR.
Russel Orhii only used wrist wraps to set a 212.5-kilogram (468.4-pound) bench press PR, making it raw. However, Russel had to struggle a lot in order to set this PR, but pushing himself to his limits will only result in even more improvement. Regardless of the grind, Russel still maintained perfect technique, proving why he is one of the greatest powerlifters in the world.
Watch the lift here:
Related: Powerlifter Russel Orhii Scores a Huge 337.5-kg (744-lb) Raw Squat Two-Rep PR
Russel Orhii’s Comeback To The IPF
The context is incredibly important in this story, since Russel Orhii was once a part of the IPF, but has been a USAPL lifter for the past few years. These two powerlifting federations were once connected, but split up after some disagreements. After the split, the athletes had to choose one federation to compete in exclusively.
Russel Orhii evaluated the situation after the split and opted for the USAPL, which no longer seems like the correct option to him. He has now officially left USAPL and revealed exactly why in a recent YouTube video.
“I’m leaving the USAPL. The reason why I am leaving the USAPL is because I want to go back to being a World Champion Powerlifter…
I decided to stay with the USAPL (in 2021), thinking that it would allow me to grow the business of the better brand…
As I have done that, the IPF has taken bigger strides than the USAPL, with just the little things that kind of add to what it means to be a powerlifter.”
Russel Orhii also stated that the IPF will have more big competitions for him, as he was previously only attracted to the USAPL Nationals. Speaking of which, he wanted to claim his sixth USAPL National title later this year, but had to withdraw and turn his attention to the IPF as soon as possible.
While USAPL and IPF were together, the athletes from the USA qualified for the World Championships through the USAPL Nationals. However, due to their split, IPF was forced to set up an affiliate, Powerlifting America (AMP), which now puts on their Nationals as a way to qualify.
“If I want to go to the IPF, I have to serve a six month suspension, and that starts whenever I reinstate myself. So, if I were to compete in the USAPL Nationals, I would then start my suspension. That would have made me eligible to compete in April of 2024. By that time, the AMP Nationals (Qualifier for 2024 IPF Worlds) would have already happened.”
One unusual side effect of Russel Orhii’s situation is that he will end 2023 without making a single appearance in a sanctioned competition. In the past eight years, this has only been the case in 2020.
Regardless, we will soon get to see him compete in the 2024 Powerlifting America (AMP) Nationals, IPF World Championships, and a bit later on, the IPF World Games and IPF Sheffield as well.
Watch the full video here:
Related: Powerlifter Russel Orhii Sets New Squat, Deadlift, & Total Competition PRs At 2022 USAPL Korea Winter Showdown
Russel Orhii Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Raw
749.6
429.9
749.6
1951.1
572.69
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
USAPL
2022-12-17
Korea Winter Showdown
MR-O
1951.1
572.69
Location
South Korea
Competition
Korea Winter Showdown
Division
MR-O
Age
~27.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
198.4
Weight
198.1
Squat
-700
722
749.6
749.6
Bench
402.3
418.9
429.9
429.9
Deadlift
705.5
738.5
771.6
771.6
GLP
117.74
1
USAPL
2022-06-08
Mega Nationals
MR-O
1847.5
568.87
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Mega Nationals
Division
MR-O
Age
~27.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
181.2
Squat
655.9
684.5
706.6
706.6
Bench
396.8
407.9
413.4
413.4
Deadlift
683.4
716.5
727.5
727.5
GLP
116.58
1
IPF
2021-09-23
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Open
1854.1
569.22
Location
Sweden
Competition
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
~26.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
182.1
Squat
655.9
691.1
706.6
706.6
Bench
396.8
407.9
413.4
413.4
Deadlift
683.4
716.5
734.1
734.1
GLP
116.69
1
USAPL
2021-06-14
Raw Nationals
MR-O
1858.5
570.89
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
MR-O
Age
~26.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
182
Squat
661.4
692.3
712.1
712.1
Bench
407.9
418.9
424.4
424.4
Deadlift
688.9
722
-738.5
722
GLP
117.02
1
USAPL
2019-10-16
Raw Nationals
MR-O
1826.5
561.72
Location
USA-IL
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
MR-O
Age
~24.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
181.6
Squat
-666.9
-691.1
691.1
691.1
Bench
402.3
418.9
424.4
424.4
Deadlift
677.9
711
-722
711
GLP
115.13
1
IPF
2019-06-04
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Open
1836.4
565.24
Location
Sweden
Competition
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
~24.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
181.3
Squat
639.3
673.5
690
690
Bench
402.3
418.9
429.9
429.9
Deadlift
666.9
694.5
716.5
716.5
GLP
115.84
1
USAPL
2018-10-11
Raw Nationals
MR-O
1765.9
541.48
Location
USA-WA
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
MR-O
Age
~23.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
182.5
Squat
633.8
663.6
-679
663.6
Bench
402.3
-413.4
418.9
418.9
Deadlift
633.8
661.4
683.4
683.4
GLP
111.01
2
IPF
2018-06-06
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Open
1727.3
529.76
Location
Canada
Competition
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
~23.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
182.5
Squat
606.3
639.3
658.1
658.1
Bench
391.3
407.9
418.9
418.9
Deadlift
628.3
650.4
-661.4
650.4
GLP
108.61
1
USAPL
2018-03-03
The Arnold SBD Pro American
MR-O
1719.6
528.48
Location
USA-OH
Competition
The Arnold SBD Pro American
Division
MR-O
Age
~23.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
181.8
Squat
633.8
-661.4
-661.4
633.8
Bench
374.8
391.3
402.3
402.3
Deadlift
639.3
666.9
683.4
683.4
GLP
108.32
1
USAPL
2017-10-10
Raw National Championships
MR-Jr
1748.3
538.77
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Raw National Championships
Division
MR-Jr
Age
~22.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
180.9
Squat
622.8
644.9
662.5
662.5
Bench
374.8
385.8
396.8
396.8
Deadlift
639.3
672.4
688.9
688.9
GLP
110.4
1
USAPL
2017-10-10
Raw National Championships
MR-O
1748.3
538.77
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Raw National Championships
Division
MR-O
Age
~22.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
180.9
Squat
622.8
644.9
662.5
662.5
Bench
374.8
385.8
396.8
396.8
Deadlift
639.3
672.4
688.9
688.9
GLP
110.4
1
USAPL
2017-08-26
Texas Raw Championships
MR-Jr
1747.2
537.57
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Texas Raw Championships
Division
MR-Jr
Age
~22.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
181.4
Squat
606.3
639.3
655.9
655.9
Bench
374.8
391.3
402.3
402.3
Deadlift
639.3
677.9
688.9
688.9
GLP
110.17
1
USAPL
2017-08-26
Texas Raw Championships
MR-O
1747.2
537.57
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Texas Raw Championships
Division
MR-O
Age
~22.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
181.4
Squat
606.3
639.3
655.9
655.9
Bench
374.8
391.3
402.3
402.3
Deadlift
639.3
677.9
688.9
688.9
GLP
110.17
1
USAPL
2017-02-18
Aggie Showdown
MR-Jr
1686.5
517.5
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Aggie Showdown
Division
MR-Jr
Age
~22.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
182.3
Squat
584.2
617.3
-666.9
617.3
Bench
341.7
374.8
391.3
391.3
Deadlift
628.3
677.9
-700
677.9
GLP
106.09
1
USAPL
2017-02-18
Aggie Showdown
MR-O
1686.5
517.5
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Aggie Showdown
Division
MR-O
Age
~22.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
182.3
Squat
584.2
617.3
-666.9
617.3
Bench
341.7
374.8
391.3
391.3
Deadlift
628.3
677.9
-700
677.9
GLP
106.09
1
USAPL
2016-12-03
Southern Regional Championships
MR-Jr
1686.5
503.98
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Southern Regional Championships
Division
MR-Jr
Age
~21.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
205
Weight
191.4
Squat
567.7
600.8
633.8
633.8
Bench
347.2
363.8
385.8
385.8
Deadlift
584.2
628.3
666.9
666.9
GLP
103.54
1
USAPL
2016-02-20
Aggie Showdown
MR-C
1570.8
482.64
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Aggie Showdown
Division
MR-C
Age
~21.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
181.9
Squat
518.1
545.6
562.2
562.2
Bench
330.7
358.3
369.3
369.3
Deadlift
562.2
595.2
639.3
639.3
GLP
98.93
1
USAPL
2015-11-07
Raw Collegiate Cup
MR-Jr
1510.2
466.27
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Raw Collegiate Cup
Division
MR-Jr
Age
~20.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
180.3
Squat
485
523.6
540.1
540.1
Bench
330.7
347.2
363.8
363.8
Deadlift
540.1
578.7
606.3
606.3
GLP
95.52
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
Analyze Lifts
Russel Orhii is already a 2x IPF World Champion (2019 & 2021), but his main goal now will be reclaiming his title in 2024. He also stated that he will remain in the 83-kilogram weight class for the foreseeable future, despite some outside speculations that he is moving to the 90-kilogram weight class. So, he is now taking a very big step, but it seems correct, as IPF is currently ruling the drug-tested powerlifting scene.
Published: 2 August, 2023 | 9:12 AM EDT
Powerlifters Brianny Terry And Marianna Gasparyan Become IFBB Pros At 2023 NPC USA Championships
Transitions from one sport to another are not unusual in the fitness community. It is, however, extremely rare to achieve success in one sport and then achieve the same in another. A lot of factors need to line up for this to happen, but Brianny Terry and Marianna Gasparyan decided to take matters into their own hands. Both of the women made incredible careers as powerlifters, but they have now successfully transitioned to bodybuilding. They competed at the 2023 NPC USA Championships and earned their IFBB Pro Cards.
Marianna Gasparyan
Marianna Gasparyan is definitely the most notable women’s athlete in powerlifting, as she still tops the All-Time Rankings with a DOTS score of 709.96. However, she retired from the sport approximately two years ago, and obviously put in a lot of training to build her physique since then.
Overall, Marianna Gasparyan took part in 39 sanctioned powerlifting competitions and won 36 of them. Moreover, she set World Records on over 90 occasions, which helped solidify her as a potential G.O.A.T of powerlifting.
Marianna Gasparyan competed in the lightweight division at the 2023 NPC USA Championships. Having brought in her A-game, Marianna won her division, in turn becoming an IFBB Pro.
Marianna Gasparyan did put in some bodybuilding appearances as well during the past few years. She won the 2020 Savannah Championships and 2023 NPC Worldwide Oksana Grishina International Classic Pro Qualifier. In addition, she has also landed a few top three placings, but nothing measures up to her new gold medal, which earned her the IFBB Pro Card.
Marianna Gasparyan’s Powerlifting History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Wraps
573.2
292.1
573.2
1350.3
709.96
Raw
507.1
292.1
507.1
1278.7
659.24
Single-ply
440.9
198.4
440.9
970
505.56
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
WRPF
2021-04-24
Kern US Open
Open
1289.7
681.32
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
32
Equipment
Wraps
Class
123.5
Weight
122.6
Squat
529.1
562.2
-578.7
562.2
Bench
275.6
286.6
-292.1
286.6
Deadlift
440.9
-463
-463
440.9
1
WRPF
2020-09-26
The Showdown
Open
1218.1
640.41
Location
USA-MO
Competition
The Showdown
Division
Open
Age
31
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
123.5
Squat
-463
463
485
485
Bench
270.1
281.1
292.1
292.1
Deadlift
440.9
-474
-474
440.9
GLP
131.35
1
WRPF
2019-10-19
Apeman Elite Open
Open
1256.6
613.64
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Apeman Elite Open
Division
Open
Age
30
Equipment
Raw
Class
148.8
Weight
138.7
Squat
463
496
-518.1
496
Bench
264.6
286.6
-297.6
286.6
Deadlift
440.9
474
-496
474
GLP
124.83
1
USPA
2019-08-03
The Tribute
Open
1278.7
659.24
Location
USA-TX
Competition
The Tribute
Division
Open
Age
30
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
127.2
Squat
507.1
Bench
292.1
Deadlift
479.5
GLP
134.82
1
WRPF
2019-04-27
Kern US Open
Open
1350.3
709.96
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
30
Equipment
Wraps
Class
123.5
Weight
123.5
Squat
540.1
562.2
573.2
573.2
Bench
264.6
281.1
292.1
292.1
Deadlift
451.9
474
485
485
1
USPA
2018-08-25
The Tribute
Open
1245.6
630.33
Location
USA-TX
Competition
The Tribute
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
131
Squat
485
Bench
286.6
Deadlift
474
GLP
128.61
1
USPA
2018-05-26
APEMAN Classic Powerlifting Championship
Open
1300.7
661.06
Location
USA-CA
Competition
APEMAN Classic Powerlifting Championship
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Wraps
Class
132.3
Weight
130.1
Squat
562.2
Bench
275.6
Deadlift
463
1
USPA
2018-05-12
Kern US Open
Open
1240.1
635.79
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Wraps
Class
132.3
Weight
128.3
Squat
529.1
Bench
281.1
Deadlift
429.9
1
WRPF
2017-10-28
Pro World Championships
Open
1146.4
580.12
Location
Russia-MOW
Competition
Pro World Championships
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Wraps
Class
132.3
Weight
131
Squat
440.9
-485
-485
-485
440.9
Bench
242.5
264.6
275.6
-281.1
275.6
Deadlift
396.8
418.9
429.9
429.9
2
WRPF
2017-10-28
Pro World Championships
Open
275.6
139.45
Location
Russia-MOW
Competition
Pro World Championships
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
131
Bench
242.5
264.6
275.6
-281.1
275.6
GLP
108.08
2
WRPF
2017-10-28
Pro World Championships
Open
429.9
217.55
Location
Russia-MOW
Competition
Pro World Championships
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
131
Deadlift
396.8
418.9
429.9
429.9
1
WRPF
2017-08-25
Boss of Bosses 4
Pro FW-O
1201.5
604.16
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Boss of Bosses 4
Division
Pro FW-O
Age
28
Equipment
Wraps
Class
132.3
Weight
132.3
Squat
440.9
485
529.1
529.1
Bench
242.5
264.6
275.6
275.6
Deadlift
396.8
-451.9
-451.9
396.8
1
WRPF
2017-05-01
Asian Cup
Pro Open
1251.1
629.1
Location
Kazakhstan
Competition
Asian Cup
Division
Pro Open
Age
28
Equipment
Wraps
Class
132.3
Weight
132.3
Squat
463
496
529.1
551.2
551.2
Bench
253.5
275.6
281.1
-286.6
281.1
Deadlift
396.8
440.9
-451.9
-451.9
440.9
1
USPA
2017-04-15
CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships
Open
1223.6
622.52
Location
USA-CA
Competition
CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Wraps
Class
132.3
Weight
129.9
Squat
507.1
Bench
275.6
Deadlift
440.9
1
WRPF
2016-11-19
Pro World Championships
Open
407.9
215.2
Location
Russia-MOW
Competition
Pro World Championships
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
122.8
Deadlift
407.9
407.9
1
WRPF
2016-11-19
Pro World Championships
Open
1091.3
575.81
Location
Russia-MOW
Competition
Pro World Championships
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Wraps
Class
123.5
Weight
122.8
Squat
440.9
-485
-485
440.9
Bench
220.5
242.5
-253.5
253.5
253.5
Deadlift
396.8
407.9
-418.9
407.9
1
WRPF
2016-11-19
Pro World Championships
Open
253.5
133.77
Location
Russia-MOW
Competition
Pro World Championships
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
122.8
Bench
253.5
253.5
GLP
104.03
1
NAP
2016-09-30
Golden Tiger 10
Pro Open
270.1
129.3
Location
Russia-SVE
Competition
Golden Tiger 10
Division
Pro Open
Age
27
Equipment
Raw
Class
148.8
Weight
143.3
Bench
220.5
253.5
270.1
270.1
GLP
100.51
1
GPA
2016-09-05
World Cup
Open
1014.1
521.09
Location
Georgia
Competition
World Cup
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Wraps
Class
132.3
Weight
127.9
Squat
374.8
374.8
Bench
220.5
242.5
242.5
Deadlift
374.8
396.8
396.8
1
WRPF
2016-05-01
Pro Asian Cup
Open
1174
617.23
Location
Kazakhstan
Competition
Pro Asian Cup
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Wraps
Class
123.5
Weight
123.5
Squat
485
Bench
259
Deadlift
429.9
1
WRPF
2015-12-03
World Championships
Pro Open
440.9
224.09
Location
Russia-MOW
Competition
World Championships
Division
Pro Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
130.1
Deadlift
396.8
440.9
-463
440.9
2
WRPF
2015-12-03
World Championships
Pro Open
264.6
134.45
Location
Russia-MOW
Competition
World Championships
Division
Pro Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
130.1
Bench
242.5
264.6
264.6
GLP
104.22
1
WRPF
2015-12-03
World Championships
Pro Open
1146.4
582.63
Location
Russia-MOW
Competition
World Championships
Division
Pro Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
130.1
Squat
396.8
-440.9
440.9
-496
440.9
Bench
242.5
264.6
264.6
Deadlift
396.8
440.9
-463
440.9
GLP
118.94
1
WPC
2015-11-09
World Championships
F_OR_WPC
1135.4
573.32
Location
Portugal
Competition
World Championships
Division
F_OR_WPC
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
131.4
Squat
418.9
451.9
-474
451.9
Bench
242.5
264.6
-275.6
264.6
Deadlift
396.8
418.9
-440.9
418.9
GLP
116.96
1
NAP
2015-10-16
Golden Tiger 9
Pro Open
1080.3
520.78
Location
Russia-SVE
Competition
Golden Tiger 9
Division
Pro Open
Age
26
Equipment
Wraps
Class
148.8
Weight
141.6
Squat
396.8
440.9
440.9
Bench
242.5
264.6
264.6
Deadlift
352.7
374.8
374.8
1
NAP
2015-10-16
Golden Tiger 9
Pro Open
440.9
212.56
Location
Russia-SVE
Competition
Golden Tiger 9
Division
Pro Open
Age
26
Equipment
Wraps
Class
148.8
Weight
141.6
Squat
396.8
440.9
440.9
1
NAP
2015-10-16
Golden Tiger 9
Pro Open
374.8
180.68
Location
Russia-SVE
Competition
Golden Tiger 9
Division
Pro Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
148.8
Weight
141.6
Deadlift
352.7
374.8
374.8
1
WPC-KAZ
2015-05-02
Mega Cup
O
1157.4
581.99
Location
Kazakhstan
Competition
Mega Cup
Division
O
Age
26
Equipment
Wraps
Class
132.3
Weight
132.3
Squat
396.8
440.9
463
463
Bench
231.5
253.5
-264.6
253.5
Deadlift
396.8
440.9
440.9
1
WPC-KAZ
2015-04-28
Asia Challenge
O
242.5
121.94
Location
Kazakhstan
Competition
Asia Challenge
Division
O
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
132.3
Bench
220.5
242.5
-264.6
242.5
GLP
94.5
1
WPC-KAZ
2015-04-28
Asia Challenge
O
1102.3
554.27
Location
Kazakhstan
Competition
Asia Challenge
Division
O
Age
26
Equipment
Wraps
Class
132.3
Weight
132.3
Squat
396.8
440.9
440.9
Bench
220.5
242.5
-264.6
242.5
Deadlift
396.8
418.9
418.9
1
WPC-KAZ
2015-04-28
Asia Challenge
O
418.9
210.62
Location
Kazakhstan
Competition
Asia Challenge
Division
O
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
132.3
Deadlift
396.8
418.9
418.9
1
WPC
2014-11-10
World Championships
F_OR_WPC
1124.4
567.76
Location
USA-FL
Competition
World Championships
Division
F_OR_WPC
Age
25
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
131.4
Squat
396.8
440.9
451.9
451.9
Bench
220.5
242.5
253.5
253.5
Deadlift
374.8
396.8
418.9
418.9
GLP
115.82
1
WPC
2014-11-10
World Championships
F_OR_WPC
352.7
177.74
Location
USA-FL
Competition
World Championships
Division
F_OR_WPC
Age
25
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
131.8
Deadlift
286.6
352.7
352.7
1
NAP
2014-10-17
World Championships & Golden Tiger 8
Pro Open
440.9
221.71
Location
Russia-SVE
Competition
World Championships & Golden Tiger 8
Division
Pro Open
Age
25
Equipment
Wraps
Class
132.3
Weight
132.3
Squat
-396.8
396.8
440.9
440.9
1
NAP
2014-10-17
World Championships & Golden Tiger 8
Pro Open
396.8
199.54
Location
Russia-SVE
Competition
World Championships & Golden Tiger 8
Division
Pro Open
Age
25
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
132.3
Deadlift
-374.8
374.8
396.8
396.8
1
NAP
2014-10-17
World Championships & Golden Tiger 8
Pro Open
1080.3
543.19
Location
Russia-SVE
Competition
World Championships & Golden Tiger 8
Division
Pro Open
Age
25
Equipment
Wraps
Class
132.3
Weight
132.3
Squat
-396.8
396.8
440.9
440.9
Bench
220.5
231.5
242.5
242.5
Deadlift
-374.8
374.8
396.8
396.8
1
WPC
2013-10-26
World Championship
F_OR_WPC
948
476.67
Location
Czechia
Competition
World Championship
Division
F_OR_WPC
Age
24
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
132.3
Squat
-374.8
-374.8
374.8
374.8
Bench
176.4
198.4
-220.5
198.4
Deadlift
352.7
374.8
-396.8
374.8
GLP
97.2
1
KPF
2013-04-25
Kazakhstan Classic Powerlifting and Bench Press Championships
Open
903.9
470.28
Location
Kazakhstan
Competition
Kazakhstan Classic Powerlifting and Bench Press Championships
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Raw
Class
125.7
Weight
125.4
Squat
363.8
Bench
187.4
Deadlift
352.7
GLP
96.3
1
KPF
2013-03-13
Kazakhstan Powerlifting Cup
Open
970
505.56
Location
Kazakhstan
Competition
Kazakhstan Powerlifting Cup
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
125.7
Weight
125.1
Squat
-440.9
440.9
440.9
Bench
176.4
198.4
-220.5
198.4
Deadlift
330.7
-369.3
-369.3
330.7
GLP
84.57
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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Related: Watch Powerlifter Marianna Gasparyan Dismantle 235kg/517lb Squat For 5 Reps
Brianny Terry
Brianny Terry’s path to her IFBB Pro Card was a bit tighter than Marianna Gasparyan, as she was not able to win her division. However, to Brianny’s luck, she placed second in Women’s Physique, which was enough for her to become a professional bodybuilder.
Like Marianna Gasparyan, Brianny Terry has also left a massive mark in powerlifting. However, she took part in only ten competitions, but recorded seven impressive victories. Brianny’s legacy was further solidified by her incredible deadlift strength, which she often displayed in competition, as well as in her training sessions. At the moment, it is not clear if Brianny plans on returning to powerlifting.
Brianny Terry started competing in bodybuilding just last year and immediately landed a victory at the 2023 NPC Dallas Championships. She then finished in fourth place at the 2022 NPC USA Championships. So, she jumped up two places this year to earn her IFBB Pro card.
Brianny Terry’s Powerlifting History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Raw
501.6
292.1
501.6
1388.9
600.51
Wraps
518.1
270.1
518.1
1351.4
597.34
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
WRPF
2022-12-04
PPC Finals
Open
1388.9
592.15
Location
USA-CA
Competition
PPC Finals
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
177.3
Squat
463
485
501.6
501.6
Bench
264.6
275.6
281.1
281.1
Deadlift
573.2
595.2
606.3
606.3
GLP
121.12
1
WRPF
2021-09-25
The Bucked Up Showdown
Open
1366.9
600.51
Location
USA-MO
Competition
The Bucked Up Showdown
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
167.1
Squat
474
-501.6
-501.6
474
Bench
275.6
292.1
-303.1
292.1
Deadlift
567.7
600.8
-606.3
600.8
GLP
122.39
1
WRPF
2021-02-20
Hybrid Showdown III
Open
1340.4
592.18
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Hybrid Showdown III
Division
Open
Equipment
Raw
Class
165.3
Weight
165.3
Squat
424.4
451.9
479.5
479.5
Bench
253.5
275.6
-286.6
275.6
Deadlift
545.6
585.3
585.3
GLP
120.63
2
SPF
2019-11-09
Slingshot Record Breakers
Open
1351.4
597.34
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Slingshot Record Breakers
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Wraps
Class
165.3
Weight
165.2
Squat
474
501.6
518.1
518.1
Bench
253.5
270.1
-286.6
270.1
Deadlift
529.1
563.3
-586.4
563.3
2
WRPF
2019-04-27
Kern US Open
Open
1258.8
556.53
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Wraps
Class
165.3
Weight
165.1
Squat
413.4
440.9
468.5
468.5
Bench
231.5
-248
-248
231.5
Deadlift
496
529.1
558.9
558.9
1
USPA
2019-01-19
PDX Winter Open
Open
534.6
236.19
Location
USA-OR
Competition
PDX Winter Open
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
165.3
Weight
165.3
Deadlift
534.6
8
SPF
2018-11-10
Slingshot Record Breakers
Open
1107.8
489.98
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Slingshot Record Breakers
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
165.3
Weight
165
Squat
352.7
-385.8
385.8
385.8
Bench
203.9
220.5
-237
220.5
Deadlift
451.9
501.6
501.6
GLP
99.8
1
USPA
2018-04-28
Kabuki Strength Classic
Juniors 20-23
964.5
426.12
Location
USA-OR
Competition
Kabuki Strength Classic
Division
Juniors 20-23
Age
21
Equipment
Raw
Class
165.3
Weight
165.3
Squat
352.7
Bench
187.4
Deadlift
424.4
GLP
86.8
1
USPA
2018-04-28
Kabuki Strength Classic
Open
964.5
426.12
Location
USA-OR
Competition
Kabuki Strength Classic
Division
Open
Age
21
Equipment
Raw
Class
165.3
Weight
165.3
Squat
352.7
Bench
187.4
Deadlift
424.4
GLP
86.8
1
USPA
2017-12-02
Western Regionals
Juniors 20-23
865.3
383.37
Location
USA-OR
Competition
Western Regionals
Division
Juniors 20-23
Age
21
Equipment
Raw
Class
165.3
Weight
164.5
Squat
314.2
Bench
187.4
Deadlift
363.8
GLP
78.08
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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Related: Powerlifter Brianny Terry Impresses at 2022 Olympia Expo With 500-lb (226.8-kg) Deadlift For 10 Reps
Although Marianna Gasparyan has not yet revealed her plans for the future, Brianny Terry has already updated her competition calendar. She plans to continue training and make her Pro Bodybuilding debut in 2025. According to her Instagram, Brianny is giving herself a significant time period to improve, as competing against the professionals will be a significantly more difficult challenge.
Apart from Marianna Gasparyan and Brianny Terry, a few more notable names have shown interest in both powerlifting and bodybuilding. Even Larry Wheels, a powerlifting World Record holder, is now aiming to compete in the Classic Bodybuilding division and secure his Pro card as well. Hunter Henderson has also reached the top in both powerlifting and bodybuilding, having secured her IFBB Pro card back in 2021. Interestingly, Hunter has also found success in a third sport — Strongwoman.
Published: 1 August, 2023 | 9:38 PM EDT
Powerlifter Emily Hu (60KG) Sets 137.5-kg (303.1-lb) Raw Bench Press All-Time World Record
Emily Hu is a well known name in powerlifting, as she has been on the scene for over a decade now. Nonetheless, she openly acknowledges that her preparation demands a much more delicate approach, considering her age of 41. Still, Emily has mastered powerlifting to its fullest and continues getting stronger and breaking records with ease. She displayed her abilities once again at the recent 2023 WRPF Siege of the Shore, which took place on July 23rd, in San Diego. As a part of her appearance at this meet, Emily has managed to lock out a 137.5-kilogram (303.1-pound) Bench Press for a new All-Time World Record.
With her victory in the raw 60-kilogram weight division, Emily Hu broke Jennifer Thompson’s previous U60KG Bench Press All-Time World Record. Obviously, Jen is an icon of powerlifting, so it is no surprise that it took another legendary lifter like Emily to break it. Jen’s U60KG World Record stood at 136.5 kilograms (300.9 pounds), which she set at the 2012 NAPF Raw Challenge.
Emily Hu opened up her bench press session with a comfortable 125-kilogram (275.6-pound) lift. She then jumped up to 132.5 kilograms (292.1 pounds) and found success again. She then had one chance to set a 137.5-kilogram (303.1-pound) Bench Press World Record and seized it with ease.
Watch the bench press here:
Related: Powerlifter Jen Thompson Crushes a 327.5-lb (148.5-kg) USAPL American National Record
Emily Hu’s Full Performance
Emily Hu weighed in at exactly 59.1 kilograms (130.3 pounds) for her appearance at the 2023 WRPF Siege of the Shore. She then put up an almost perfect performance, only missing one deadlift attempt. She failed to set new competition PRs in everything apart from the bench press, but the World Record was her main goal.
Squat
130 kilograms (286.6 pounds)
142.5 kilograms (314.1 pounds)
150 kilograms (330.7 pounds)
Bench Press
125 kilograms (275.6 pounds)
132.5 kilograms (292.1 pounds)
137.5 kilograms (303.1 pounds) — U60KG All-Time World Record
Deadlift
170 kilograms (374.8 pounds)
185 kilograms (407.8 pounds)
Unsuccessful — 200 kilograms (440.9 pounds)
Total — 472.5 kilograms (1,041.6 pounds)
Related: Tiffany Chapon (47KG) Sets 99.5-kg (219.4-lb) Bench Press World Record at 2023 IPF World Classic Open Powerlifting Championships
Emily Hu’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Multi-ply
308.6
402.3
308.6
1096.8
554.43
Raw
358.3
281.1
358.3
1054.9
560.25
Wraps
330.7
253.5
330.7
992.1
522.22
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
WRPF
2022-10-21
Open Nationals
Open
1096.8
554.43
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Open Nationals
Division
Open
Age
40
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
132.3
Weight
131.2
Squat
270.1
292.1
308.6
308.6
Bench
363.8
-402.3
402.3
402.3
Deadlift
330.7
352.7
385.8
385.8
1
WRPF
2020-10-03
Northern California Open
Open
959
487.92
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Northern California Open
Division
Open
Age
38
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
129.9
Squat
303.1
-314.2
314.2
314.2
Bench
270.1
-286.6
-303.1
270.1
Deadlift
363.8
374.8
374.8
GLP
99.62
4
WRPF
2019-04-27
Kern US Open
Open
1019.6
538.01
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
36
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
122.8
Squat
-319.7
319.7
-341.7
319.7
Bench
253.5
270.1
-281.1
270.1
Deadlift
385.8
407.9
429.9
429.9
GLP
110.41
2
SPF
2018-11-10
Slingshot Record Breakers
Open
1054.9
560.25
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Slingshot Record Breakers
Division
Open
Age
36
Equipment
Raw
Class
165.3
Weight
121.6
Squat
308.6
330.7
358.3
358.3
Bench
259
270.1
277.8
-286.6
277.8
Deadlift
396.8
418.9
-424.4
418.9
GLP
115.11
1
USPA
2018-06-16
Surf City Open
Open
997.6
508.38
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Surf City Open
Division
Open
Age
36
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
129.5
Squat
308.6
Bench
270.1
Deadlift
418.9
GLP
103.81
1
SPF
2018-03-31
March Madness Meet
Open
1041.7
549.05
Location
USA-CA
Competition
March Madness Meet
Division
Open
Age
35
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
123
Squat
347.2
Bench
275.6
Deadlift
418.9
GLP
112.66
4
SPF
2017-11-11
Reebok Record Breakers
Open
1041.7
529.06
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Reebok Record Breakers
Division
Open
Age
35
Equipment
Raw
Class
165.3
Weight
130.2
Squat
297.6
319.7
341.7
-352.7
341.7
Bench
259
270.1
281.1
281.1
Deadlift
374.8
396.8
418.9
418.9
GLP
108
2
WRPF
2017-08-25
Boss of Bosses 4
Pro FR-O
997.6
525.75
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Boss of Bosses 4
Division
Pro FR-O
Age
35
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
123
Squat
286.6
314.2
330.7
330.7
Bench
253.5
-270.1
270.1
-281.1
270.1
Deadlift
374.8
396.8
-418.9
396.8
GLP
107.88
2
USPA
2017-04-15
CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships
Open
992.1
522.22
Location
USA-CA
Competition
CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
34
Equipment
Wraps
Class
123.5
Weight
123.2
Squat
330.7
Bench
253.5
Deadlift
407.9
1
WRPF
2016-08-19
Boss of Bosses 3
FR-O
981.1
521.02
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Boss of Bosses 3
Division
FR-O
Age
34
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
121.6
Squat
275.6
-308.6
314.2
314.2
Bench
264.6
-286.6
-286.6
264.6
Deadlift
374.8
402.3
-418.9
402.3
GLP
107.05
1
RPS
2016-04-23
US Open
Pro Open
975.5
517.53
Location
USA-CA
Competition
US Open
Division
Pro Open
Age
33
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
121.8
Squat
292.1
Bench
275.6
Deadlift
407.9
GLP
106.31
2
SPF
2016-03-20
CSA March Madness
Light
948
500.74
Location
USA-CA
Competition
CSA March Madness
Division
Light
Age
33
Equipment
Raw
Class
165.3
Weight
122.6
Squat
286.6
Bench
270.1
Deadlift
396.8
GLP
102.78
1
GPC
2015-09-13
World Championships
O
910.5
485.09
Location
USA-NV
Competition
World Championships
Division
O
Age
33
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
121
Squat
253.5
275.6
-286.6
275.6
Bench
215
231.5
249.1
250.2
250.2
Deadlift
341.7
374.8
385.8
391.3
391.3
GLP
99.72
2
USPA
2015-08-29
Boss of Bosses 2
Open
884.1
490.09
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Boss of Bosses 2
Division
Open
Age
33
Equipment
Raw
Class
114.6
Weight
114.2
Squat
275.6
Bench
233.7
Deadlift
374.8
GLP
101.59
1
USPA
2015-02-21
Pacific Coast Open
Open
793.7
419.67
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Pacific Coast Open
Division
Open
Age
32
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
122.4
Squat
242.5
Bench
215
Deadlift
336.2
GLP
86.16
3
RUPC
2015-02-07
Raw Unity VIII
F-B
226
121.36
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Raw Unity VIII
Division
F-B
Age
32
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
119.6
Bench
215
226
-234.8
226
GLP
94.65
1
APC
2014-10-25
Marvelous Boss Ladys
Open
821.2
433.31
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Marvelous Boss Ladys
Division
Open
Age
32
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
122.8
Squat
220.5
237
248
248
Bench
203.9
220.5
-231.5
220.5
Deadlift
308.6
336.2
352.7
352.7
GLP
88.93
1
USPA
2014-10-02
Boss of Bosses
Open
793.7
428.17
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Boss of Bosses
Division
Open
Age
32
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
118.8
Squat
248
Bench
215
Deadlift
330.7
GLP
88.23
1
SPF
2014-03-23
March Madness
Light
826.7
454.73
Location
USA-CA
Competition
March Madness
Division
Light
Age
31
Equipment
Wraps
Class
165.3
Weight
115.5
Squat
281.1
Bench
209.4
Deadlift
341.7
DQ
USPA
2014-01-25
American Cup
LW
Location
USA-CA
Competition
American Cup
Division
LW
Age
31
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
113.8
Squat
209.4
1
USPA
2013-10-27
Spartan Open
Open
788.2
419.75
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Spartan Open
Division
Open
Age
31
Equipment
Wraps
Class
123.5
Weight
121.1
Squat
286.6
Bench
181.9
Deadlift
330.7
1
USPA
2013-06-29
North American Championship
Open
722
385.18
Location
USA-CA
Competition
North American Championship
Division
Open
Age
31
Equipment
Wraps
Class
123.5
Weight
120.8
Squat
248
Bench
165.3
Deadlift
308.6
1
APA
2013-04-20
California Raw Championships
Open
655
350.98
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California Raw Championships
Division
Open
Age
30
Equipment
Wraps
Class
123.5
Weight
120
Squat
225
Bench
150
Deadlift
280
1
USPA
2013-02-09
West Coast Open
Open
666.9
355.78
Location
USA-CA
Competition
West Coast Open
Division
Open
Age
30
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
120.8
Squat
203.9
Bench
148.8
Deadlift
314.2
GLP
73.16
1
USPA
2012-12-15
NorCal Championships
Open
639.3
343.75
Location
USA-CA
Competition
NorCal Championships
Division
Open
Age
30
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
119.4
Squat
203.9
Bench
143.3
Deadlift
292.1
GLP
70.79
1
USPA
2012-10-07
San Jose Open
Open
562.2
298.24
Location
USA-CA
Competition
San Jose Open
Division
Open
Age
30
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
121.8
Squat
198.4
Bench
126.8
Deadlift
275.6
GLP
61.26
1
USPA
2012-09-08
Sierra Nevada Open Powerlifting
Open
209.4
110.68
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Sierra Nevada Open Powerlifting
Division
Open
Age
30
Equipment
Raw
Class
123.5
Weight
122.5
Deadlift
209.4
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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During her 11-year-long powerlifting career, Emily Hu has taken part in 29 sanctioned powerlifting competitions. Often being the best athlete in the roster, Emily has won 20 competitions. Moreover, she has revealed that her recent bench press marks the fourth time that she has set an All-Time World Record, which is another mind-blowing statistic.
Judging by the caption of Emily Hu’s Instagram post, she has been chasing this World Record for multiple years now. She has had to sacrifice a lot to achieve it, but now she “can enjoy life in the 300 club”. As for her future plans, Emily has kept them under wraps for now. Alongside her fitness pursuits, she has been busy with other aspects of her life. In addition to maintaining her own impressive physique, she has also authored a book to help others achieve their fitness goals.
Published: 31 July, 2023 | 8:14 PM EDT
Jimmy Kolb Hits Heaviest Lift In Powerlifting With 635.5-kg (1,401-lb) Equipped Bench Press at 2023 IPA Tri-Star Bash
There have not been many athletes in any sport as dominant as Jimmy Kolb is in the Equipped Bench Press event. In addition, he has once again improved upon his own World Record, thus discouraging anyone who is hoping to catch up with him. His new historic feat of strength was made at the 2023 IPA Tri-Star Bash, which took place on July 29th, in Elizabethton, TN. Jimmy only had one goal going into the competition, and that was to land a 635.5-kilogram (1,401-pound) equipped bench press. Jimmy, fully aware of his capabilities, carefully selected the perfect target and accomplished the remarkable feat of setting the Heaviest Lift in Powerlifting History.
Jimmy Kolb decided to go all out from his first attempt, and decided to immediately try to bench press 635.5 kilograms (1,401 pounds). However, he was not successful in his first, or second, attempts. With everything on the line, Jimmy stayed calm and collected, ultimately finding success on his final attempt.
The previous All-Time Equipped Bench Press World Record was also held by Jimmy Kolb. It stood at 612.5 kilograms (1,350.3 pounds), which Jimmy achieved at the 2023 IPA Hillbilly Havoc. This World Record was also the Heaviest Lift In Powerlifting. So, with his new bench press of 635.5 kilograms (1,401 pounds), Jimmy further advanced both aforementioned achievements.
Watch the lift from two angles here:
Angle One
Angle Two
Related: Powerlifter Jimmy Kolb Smashed A 405 lbs Raw Bench Press With Insane 20 Reps
Some people are not fans of the Equipped Bench Press event because of the custom “shirts” that the athletes wear. However, other events in powerlifting, such as squats and deadlifts, also have equipped divisions where athletes use special-made suits to help them lift significantly more weight. Still, the World Records in those events are nowhere near close to Jimmy Kolb’s 635.5-kilogram (1,401-pound) Equipped Bench Press.
*Note: These achievements are only regarding the sport of powerlifting. This is because other sports, such as Strongman, have different rules and regulations.
Even other powerlifters who are Equipped Bench Press specialists are not able to rival Jimmy Kolb, proving just how incredible he is. In fact, Jimmy Kolb is the first and only man to reach the 1,200-lb / 1,300-lb/ and now 1,400-lb milestones in the Equipped Bench Press.
For reference, the next heaviest equipped bench press after Jimmy Kolb belongs to Will Barotti, who locked out 521.6 kilograms (1,150 pounds). So, Jimmy is in the lead by exactly 113.9 kilograms (251 pounds).
Jimmy Kolb has been competing in powerlifting since 2009, and the equipped bench press has always been his main focus. He has taken part in over 51 sanctioned competitions so far and won 42 of them.
Jimmy Kolb’s Competition PRs
Squat (Equipped): 410 kilograms (903.9 pounds)
Bench Press (Equipped): 635.5 kilograms (1,401 pounds) — Heaviest Lift In Powerlifting History & ATWR
Deadlift (Equipped): 317.5 kilograms (700 pounds)
Total (Equipped): 1,093.1 kilograms (2,410 pounds)
Related: Powerlifter Jimmy Kolb Hits 865 lbs Floor Press For 3 Reps
Jimmy Kolb’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Unlimited
165
1350.3
165
1510
373.23
Single-ply
1120
1179.5
329.93
Multi-ply
903.9
1035
903.9
2410
672.86
Wraps
644.9
451.9
644.9
1664.5
457.11
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
IPA
2023-02-04
Hillbilly Havoc
Pro Open
1350.3
330.39
Location
USA-WV
Competition
Hillbilly Havoc
Division
Pro Open
Age
32
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
326.9
Bench
-1251.1
-1328.3
1350.3
1350.3
1
IPA
2022-07-16
814 Strength Spectacular
Amateur Open
1510
373.23
Location
USA-PA
Competition
814 Strength Spectacular
Division
Amateur Open
Age
32
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
315
Squat
165
165
Bench
1200
-1300
1200
Deadlift
145
145
1
IPA
2022-05-14
World Championships & Baddest Bencher
Amateur Open
1273.2
312.54
Location
USA-TX
Competition
World Championships & Baddest Bencher
Division
Amateur Open
Age
31
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
323
Bench
1214.7
-1273.2
1273.2
1273.2
1
WPC
2022-03-26
WPO Bench Bash
M_OEM_WPC
1140.9
Location
USA-FL
Competition
WPO Bench Bash
Division
M_OEM_WPC
Age
31
Equipment
Unlimited
Bench
1140.9
-1185
-1185
1140.9
1
IPA
2022-02-26
State Championships
Pro Open
1320
326.23
Location
USA-PA
Competition
State Championships
Division
Pro Open
Age
31
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
315.1
Bench
1320
1
RPS
2021-07-24
Pennsylvania States
Pro Open
1060
262.32
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Pennsylvania States
Division
Pro Open
Age
31
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
313.6
Bench
1060
GLP
134.68
1
IPA
2021-06-26
Strength Spectacular
Pro Open
1120
281.31
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Strength Spectacular
Division
Pro Open
Age
31
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
297.6
Bench
1120
GLP
144.16
1
IPA
2021-03-20
Bench Press & Deadlift Worlds
Pro Open
1080.3
267.01
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Bench Press & Deadlift Worlds
Division
Pro Open
Age
30
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
315
Bench
1080.3
GLP
137.11
1
RPS
2021-01-31
NJ and North American Championships
Elite Open
1050
265.69
Location
USA-NJ
Competition
NJ and North American Championships
Division
Elite Open
Age
30
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
290.2
Bench
1050
GLP
136.09
1
IPA
2020-02-29
PA State Powerlifting Championships
Pro Open
1035
266.77
Location
USA-PA
Competition
PA State Powerlifting Championships
Division
Pro Open
Age
29
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
273.3
Bench
1035
DQ
RPS
2019-12-07
Christmas Carnage 15
Elite Open
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Christmas Carnage 15
Division
Elite Open
Age
29
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
272.6
DQ
USPA
2019-06-08
Virginia is for Lifters
Open
Location
USA-VA
Competition
Virginia is for Lifters
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
240.7
DQ
USPA
2019-04-13
The Battle XXII
Open
Location
USA-OH
Competition
The Battle XXII
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
239.2
1
IPL
2018-07-28
Drug Tested Virginia Commonwealth Games
Open
1664.5
457.11
Location
USA-VA
Competition
Drug Tested Virginia Commonwealth Games
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Wraps
Class
242.5
Weight
229.3
Squat
644.9
Bench
451.9
Deadlift
567.7
DQ
XPC
2015-03-06
Finals
HW
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Finals
Division
HW
Age
24
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
236
Bench
-800
-1000
-1000
DQ
WPC
2014-07-19
CanAm Bench Press Championship
M_OEM_WPC
Location
USA-MI
Competition
CanAm Bench Press Championship
Division
M_OEM_WPC
Age
24
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
235.2
Bench
-832.2
-964.5
-964.5
1
XPC
2014-03-01
Arnold Multiply Finals
HW
950
258.33
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Arnold Multiply Finals
Division
HW
Age
23
Equipment
Multi-ply
Weight
235
Bench
950
1
RPS
2013-10-06
LexenXtreme Fall Classic
Pro Juniors 20-23
800
216.46
Location
USA-OH
Competition
LexenXtreme Fall Classic
Division
Pro Juniors 20-23
Age
23
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
238
Bench
800
1
RPS
2013-06-15
Lexen Summer Slam
Amateur Open
850
230.56
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Summer Slam
Division
Amateur Open
Age
23
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
236.5
Bench
850
GLP
118.56
1
RPS
2013-03-03
International Open
Pro Open
2375.5
646.6
Location
USA-OH
Competition
International Open
Division
Pro Open
Age
22
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
234.4
Squat
903.9
Bench
832.2
Deadlift
639.3
DQ
WABDL
2012-11-13
World Championships
Elite Open
Location
USA-NV
Competition
World Championships
Division
Elite Open
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
DQ
WPC
2012-07-21
CanAm Bench Press Championships
M_JEM_APF
Location
USA-MI
Competition
CanAm Bench Press Championships
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
22
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
235.2
Bench
-909.4
-909.4
-909.4
DQ
WPC
2012-07-21
CanAm Bench Press Championships
M_OEM_APF
Location
USA-MI
Competition
CanAm Bench Press Championships
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
22
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
235.2
Bench
-909.4
-909.4
-909.4
1
WABDL
2012-05-12
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Elite Open
843.2
226.52
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Elite Open
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
843.2
GLP
116.34
1
WABDL
2012-05-12
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Juniors 20-25
843.2
226.52
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Juniors 20-25
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
843.2
GLP
116.34
1
APF
2012-04-22
Single-ply Ohio Championships
M_OES_APF
600
161.19
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Single-ply Ohio Championships
Division
M_OES_APF
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Deadlift
600
1
WABDL
2012-02-25
East Coast BP & DL
Juniors 20-25
903.9
244.57
Location
USA
Competition
East Coast BP & DL
Division
Juniors 20-25
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
238
Bench
903.9
GLP
125.72
1
WABDL
2012-02-25
East Coast BP & DL
Open
903.9
244.57
Location
USA
Competition
East Coast BP & DL
Division
Open
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
238
Bench
903.9
GLP
125.72
1
APF
2011-11-13
Big Dog Classic
M_OEM_AAPF
640
171.94
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_OEM_AAPF
Age
21
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Deadlift
640
1
UPA
2011-09-24
Great Lakes Meet
MJ
840
225.84
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Great Lakes Meet
Division
MJ
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242
Bench
840
-900
-900
840
GLP
116.01
DQ
USPA
2011-08-20
Mid-Cities Benchpress
Open
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Mid-Cities Benchpress
Division
Open
Age
21
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
236.6
1
WABDL
2011-05-17
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Elite Open
821.2
220.62
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Elite Open
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
821.2
GLP
113.31
1
WABDL
2011-05-17
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Juniors 20-25
821.2
220.62
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Juniors 20-25
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
821.2
GLP
113.31
1
APF
2011-02-20
Ohio Cup
M_JEM_APF
810
226.15
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Ohio Cup
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
810
1
APF
2011-02-20
Ohio Cup
M_JEM_APF
2410
672.86
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Ohio Cup
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Squat
900
Bench
810
Deadlift
700
1
APF
2011-02-20
Ohio Cup
M_OEM_APF
2410
672.86
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Ohio Cup
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Squat
900
Bench
810
Deadlift
700
1
APF
2010-11-14
Big Dog Classic
M_OEM_APF
800
223.35
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
800
1
APF
2010-11-14
Big Dog Classic
M_JEM_APF
800
223.35
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
800
1
APF
2010-11-14
Big Dog Classic
M_OEM_APF
640
178.68
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Deadlift
640
1
IPA
2010-10-24
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Pro Open
725
202.41
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Division
Pro Open
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
725
GLP
104.56
1
IPA
2010-10-24
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Pro Juniors 20-23
725
202.41
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Division
Pro Juniors 20-23
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
725
GLP
104.56
1
IPA
2010-06-12
Lexen Xtreme Bench Meet
Amateur Open
700
195.43
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Xtreme Bench Meet
Division
Amateur Open
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
700
GLP
100.95
1
WABDL
2010-05-22
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Teen 18-19
644.9
180.04
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Teen 18-19
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Deadlift
644.9
1
WABDL
2010-05-22
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Open
650.4
181.58
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Open
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
650.4
GLP
93.79
1
WABDL
2010-05-22
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Teen 18-19
650.4
181.58
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Teen 18-19
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
650.4
GLP
93.79
1
USAPL
2009-09-12
Bench Nationals
M-T3
636
178.63
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Bench Nationals
Division
M-T3
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
217.5
Bench
584.2
622.8
636
636
GLP
92.37
1
NASA
2009-06-20
USA Nationals
teen
1179.5
329.93
Location
USA-OH
Competition
USA Nationals
Division
teen
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
219.5
Bench
600.8
Deadlift
578.7
1
NASA
2009-04-04
High School Nationals
jr-sr
1570.8
439.92
Location
USA-OK
Competition
High School Nationals
Division
jr-sr
Age
18
Equipment
Wraps
Class
220.5
Weight
218.9
Squat
562.2
Bench
407.9
Deadlift
600.8
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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To make Jimmy Kolb’s new 635.5-kilogram (1,401-pound) Equipped Bench Press even more impressive, he has managed to achieve it without using any PEDs. This is evident from an official sheet from the competition displayed on Kolb’s Instagram story, which shows that he was drug-tested. So, he has once again secured his place in the history of powerlifting, but it is very likely that he will be setting his sights on an even heavier bench press very soon.
Published: 30 July, 2023 | 2:14 PM EDT
Powerlifter Jamal Browner Sets Huge 235-kg (518-lb) Raw Bench Press PR In Training
Despite being a world class powerlifter, Jamal Browner has decided to put his career in this sport on pause and make an appearance in a Strongman competition. This comes in the hopes of setting a new Deadlift World Record, which is why this event has been his primary focus for the past few months. Jamal, however, decided to test his upper body strength, setting a new bench press PR in the process. It now stands at 235 kilograms (518 pounds), which Jamal proved by posting a video to his Instagram page.
It appears that Jamal Browner did not use any equipment whatsoever to set a new 235-kilogram (518-pound) Bench Press PR. Interestingly, this lift was 7.5 kilograms (16.5 pounds) heavier than Jamal’s greatest bench press ever performed in an official competition. If Jamal manages to preserve this strength following his upcoming Strongman event, he has the potential to revolutionize his weight class in powerlifting.
Jamal Browner attributed his newfound strength on the bench press to his recent weight gain. However, he did not reveal what his bodyweight is at the moment.
“Bench is getting stronger even though I’m not really focused on it. Probably from weight gain ? hopefully the gains stay loyal when I cut back down!”
Watch the lift here:
Related: Powerlifter Jamal Browner Crushes 435-kg (959-lb) Raw Conventional Deadlift PR In Training
Jamal Browner will make his next appearance at the 2023 Giants Live World Deadlift Championships, which will be held at the Cardiff International Arena in Wales on September 2nd. He will be one of 15 men attempting to break Hafthor Bjornsson’s World Record of 501 kilograms (1,104.5 pounds), but as the only powerlifter on the roster.
Jamal Browner has already locked out 500 kilograms (1,102.3 pounds) in training, but did so by using a sumo stance. This time, he will have to perform the deadlift with a conventional stance, as sumo is prohibited in Strongman. Still, his conventional deadlifts are also mind-blowing, as he was near the 1,000-pound (453.6-kilogram) mark on a number of occasions.
Earlier in his preparation, Jamal Browner revealed that he won’t be using a deadlift suit, although it will be allowed. So, considering how both Eddie Hall and Hafthor Bjornsson used these suits for their half-a-ton deadlifts, Jamal is set to face a very difficult task. He will only rely on the lifting straps, which are forbidden in his main sport of powerlifting.
Jamal Browned already holds one deadlift World Record in powerlifting, but he now wants to prove himself to the Strongman community as well. However, above all, Jamal is an incredible powerlifter, and he has the resume to prove it. Overall, he has taken part in 16 sanctioned competitions and won 11 of them.
Jamal Browner’s Competition PRs
*Jamal set all of his PRs at the 2022 USPA Pro Raw Championships.
Squat: 370 kilograms (815.8 pounds)
Bench Press: 227.5 kilograms (501.6 pounds)
Deadlift: 455 kilograms (1,003 pounds) — U110KG All-Time Raw World Record
Total: 1,052.5 kilograms (2,320.45 pounds) — U110KG All-Time Raw World Record
Related: Jamal Browner Hits 760.6 lbs Raw Squat Triple PR, Follows It Up With 903 lbs Conventional Deadlift Double PR
Jamal Browner’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Raw
815.7
501.6
815.7
2320.4
624.65
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
USPA
2022-09-24
Pro Raw Championships
Open
2320.4
624.65
Location
USA-MO
Competition
Pro Raw Championships
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
241.2
Squat
733
782.6
815.7
815.7
Bench
463
485
501.6
501.6
Deadlift
925.9
1003.1
-1030.7
1003.1
GLP
127.51
1
USPA
2022-01-15
Hybrid Showdown 4
Open
2182.6
586.34
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Hybrid Showdown 4
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
738.5
782.6
-815.7
782.6
Bench
451.9
479.5
-501.6
479.5
Deadlift
920.4
-975.5
-975.5
920.4
GLP
119.64
1
WRPF
2021-09-25
The Bucked Up Showdown
Open
2204.6
596.86
Location
USA-MO
Competition
The Bucked Up Showdown
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
237.7
Squat
733
804.7
804.7
Bench
429.9
474
-501.6
474
Deadlift
-865.3
925.9
-1003.1
925.9
GLP
121.97
1
WRPF
2021-02-20
Hybrid Showdown III
Open
2204.6
592.27
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Hybrid Showdown III
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
716.5
766.1
804.7
804.7
Bench
429.9
474
496
496
Deadlift
848.8
903.9
-948
903.9
GLP
120.85
DQ
USPA
2021-01-09
Circle City Super
Open
Location
USA-IN
Competition
Circle City Super
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
275.6
Weight
259.9
Squat
705.5
771.6
771.6
Bench
429.9
-474
474
474
Deadlift
-903.9
1
WRPF
2020-02-01
Hybrid Showdown II
Open
2182.6
589.2
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Hybrid Showdown II
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
239.4
Squat
716.5
744.1
771.6
771.6
Bench
-429.9
457.5
-479.5
457.5
Deadlift
870.8
925.9
953.5
971.1
971.1
GLP
120.34
1
USA-UA
2019-08-30
Boss of Bosses 6
Pro Open
2044.8
539.35
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Boss of Bosses 6
Division
Pro Open
Age
24
Equipment
Raw
Class
275.6
Weight
255.1
Squat
700
738.5
749.6
749.6
Bench
418.9
451.9
474
474
Deadlift
821.2
-859.8
-876.3
821.2
GLP
109.56
2
USA-UA
2018-12-15
Hybrid Deadlift Invitational
Open
837.8
225.22
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Hybrid Deadlift Invitational
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
242.1
Deadlift
837.8
1
USPA
2018-08-04
North American Championships
Open
1984.2
536.4
Location
USA-GA
Competition
North American Championships
Division
Open
Age
23
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
238.5
Squat
672.4
Bench
446.4
Deadlift
865.3
GLP
109.59
DD
CPU
2017-05-27
Toronto Pro Supershow
Open
Location
Canada-ON
Competition
Toronto Pro Supershow
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
231.5
Weight
230.6
Squat
-606.3
606.3
-639.3
606.3
Bench
385.8
402.3
-413.4
402.3
Deadlift
735.2
777.1
-804.7
777.1
1
NAPF
2017-03-03
Arnold A7 Bar Grip Pro Raw Challenge
Juniors
1813.3
500.77
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Arnold A7 Bar Grip Pro Raw Challenge
Division
Juniors
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
231.5
Weight
226.2
Squat
606.3
633.8
650.4
650.4
Bench
369.3
385.8
-402.3
385.8
Deadlift
700
744.1
777.1
777.1
GLP
102.65
1
NAPF
2017-03-03
Arnold A7 Bar Grip Pro Raw Challenge
Open
1813.3
500.77
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Arnold A7 Bar Grip Pro Raw Challenge
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
231.5
Weight
226.2
Squat
606.3
633.8
650.4
650.4
Bench
369.3
385.8
-402.3
385.8
Deadlift
700
744.1
777.1
777.1
GLP
102.65
5
USAPL
2016-10-13
Raw Nationals
MR-O
1741.6
478.11
Location
USA-GA
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
MR-O
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
231.5
Weight
229.5
Squat
562.2
595.2
622.8
622.8
Bench
352.7
374.8
396.8
396.8
Deadlift
661.4
694.5
722
722
GLP
97.93
2
USAPL
2016-10-13
Raw Nationals
MR-Jr
1741.6
478.11
Location
USA-GA
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
MR-Jr
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
231.5
Weight
229.5
Squat
562.2
595.2
622.8
622.8
Bench
352.7
374.8
396.8
396.8
Deadlift
661.4
694.5
722
722
GLP
97.93
1
USAPL
2016-07-23
Border Bash Alabama vs Georgia
MR-Jr
1603.9
441.33
Location
USA-AL
Competition
Border Bash Alabama vs Georgia
Division
MR-Jr
Age
21
Equipment
Raw
Class
231.5
Weight
228.2
Squat
518.1
534.6
556.7
556.7
Bench
352.7
363.8
380.3
380.3
Deadlift
606.3
633.8
666.9
666.9
GLP
90.43
1
USAPL
2016-07-23
Border Bash Alabama vs Georgia
MR-O
1603.9
441.33
Location
USA-AL
Competition
Border Bash Alabama vs Georgia
Division
MR-O
Age
21
Equipment
Raw
Class
231.5
Weight
228.2
Squat
518.1
534.6
556.7
556.7
Bench
352.7
363.8
380.3
380.3
Deadlift
606.3
633.8
666.9
666.9
GLP
90.43
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
Analyze Lifts
Jamal Browner’s new bench press PR has revealed a lot about his current shape. Most importantly, we can now see that he is feeling good and strong, sitting at a heavier bodyweight than usual. According to Jamal, he plans to lose weight after his Strongman outing. So, it remains to be seen if he is able to keep his strength after the process.
Published: 30 July, 2023 | 10:23 AM EDT
Powerlifter John Haack (U90KG) Takes Bronze In His Strongman Debut at 2023 Kaos Classic
John Haack is regarded as potentially the greatest pound-for-pound powerlifter in history, since he set multiple World Records. John is incredibly strong, but he decided to test his skills in Strongman, which involves a bit more unconventional events. After some training, John took part in the 2023 U90KG Kaos Classic, which took place on July 23rd, in the UK. Despite it being his Strongman debut, John managed to finish in third place, which is beyond impressive.
2023 Kaos Classic Point Standings
Dan Benson – 117.5 points
Nick O’Hare – 102 points
John Haack – 102 points
Benjamin Donin – 100 points
Jim Mitchell – 98.5 points
Mike Deli – 98 points
Tyler Davis – 91 points
CJ Krause – 89 points
Leigh Shaw -87.5 points
Tyler Young – 83 points
John Haack’s Performance
The lineup for the 2023 U90KG Kaos Classic was huge, having featured 23 athletes. So, John Haack managed to outperform 20 of his rivals. In fact, he almost finished in second place, but John and Nick O’Hare had the same points in the end. Unfortunately, John lost the tie-breaker and dropped down to third place.
Event One — Max Log Press
The first event of the competition was the Log Press for max weight. John Haack managed to lock out 130 kilograms (286.6 pounds) and tie for 11th place. The Log Press is a very technical event. So, Haack’s adaptation to it in a short time is praiseworthy.
Related: Powerlifter John Haack Cracks 415-kg (914.9-lb) Raw Deadlift PR Ahead of 2023 Ghost Clash
Event Two — Axle Deadlift
The second event was more up John Haack’s alley, as the deadlift is one of the three events in powerlifting as well. So, with the task being to perform as many reps with 290 kilograms (639.3 pounds), John managed to finish second. His final score was 10 repetitions, just one less than the winner of the event, Dan Benson.
However, Dan Benson and other athletes put on a deadlift suit for this event, while John Haack completed it with just a lifting belt and lifting straps.
Related: Powerlifter John Haack Cruises Through a Humongous 275-kg (606-lb) Raw Bench Press PR
Event Three — Husafell Distance
The third event tasked the athletes with picking up and carrying a 150-kilogram (330.7-pound) Sandbag Husafell and carrying it for max distance. John was surprisingly good in this event, finishing in third place with a distance of 65.90 meters.
Event Four — Farmer’s Carry
For the fourth event, the athletes had to pick up a 135-kilogram (297.6-pound) Farmer’s Carry implement in each hand and carry it for three lengths of 10 meters as quickly as possible. John Haack’s grip strength from raw deadlifts transferred well to this event, securing him a fourth-place finish with a time of 27.09 seconds.
Event Five — Yoke Into Sandbag Load
The fifth event was devastating for John Haack since he finished in 15th place and lost a lot of points. He was able to complete the 340-kilogram Yoke carry and one of the 120-kilogram Sandbag loads in a time of 21.26 seconds. Had he performed better in this event, John would have had a legitimate chance at winning the competition.
Event Six — Power Stairs
The final event of the competition was the Power Stairs, and John Haack spent some time preparing for them in training. So, it is no surprise that he won the event and took max points. In fact, it only took him 27.92 seconds to carry 160-kg / 170-kg / 180-kg implements up a flight of three stairs.
However, he then had to perform a Husafell Hold tiebreaker for second place against Nick O’Hare, but lost as he was the first man to drop the implement.
Related: Elite Powerlifter and Bodybuilder Hunter Henderson Wins Her Debut Strongwoman Competition
John Haack Powerlifting Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Raw
782.6
600.8
782.6
2270.8
661.52
Wraps
722
446.4
722
1885
579.97
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
WRPF
2023-02-18
The Ghost Clash 2
Pro Open
2226.7
643.28
Location
USA-FL
Competition
The Ghost Clash 2
Division
Pro Open
Age
30
Equipment
Raw
Class
220.5
Weight
204.6
Squat
705.5
749.6
782.6
782.6
Bench
523.6
562.2
-595.2
562.2
Deadlift
826.7
881.8
-909.4
881.8
GLP
132.27
1
USPA
2022-09-24
Pro Raw Championships
Open
2270.8
646.87
Location
USA-MO
Competition
Pro Raw Championships
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Raw
Class
220.5
Weight
210.8
Squat
700
744.1
766.1
766.1
Bench
529.1
567.7
600.8
600.8
Deadlift
826.7
-870.8
903.9
903.9
GLP
132.95
1
WRPF
2022-07-29
American Pro
Open
2254.2
661.52
Location
USA-VA
Competition
American Pro
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Raw
Class
198.4
Weight
198.2
Squat
716.5
760.6
-805.8
760.6
Bench
523.6
562.2
589.7
589.7
Deadlift
815.7
870.8
903.9
903.9
GLP
136.01
1
USPA
2022-01-15
Hybrid Showdown 4
Open
2182.6
630.87
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Hybrid Showdown 4
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Raw
Class
220.5
Weight
204.4
Squat
683.4
733
-755.1
733
Bench
523.6
562.2
589.7
589.7
Deadlift
-826.7
859.8
-903.9
859.8
GLP
129.72
1
WRPF
2021-09-25
The Bucked Up Showdown
Open
2216.7
651.99
Location
USA-MO
Competition
The Bucked Up Showdown
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Raw
Class
198.4
Weight
197.3
Squat
711
749.6
-766.1
749.6
Bench
518.1
551.2
579.8
579.8
Deadlift
804.7
848.8
887.4
887.4
GLP
134.04
2
WRPF
2021-04-24
Kern US Open
Open
2138.5
627.2
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Raw
Class
198.4
Weight
198.4
Squat
666.9
711
744.1
744.1
Bench
512.6
556.7
578.7
578.7
Deadlift
815.7
-881.8
-881.8
815.7
GLP
128.95
1
WRPF
2021-02-20
Hybrid Showdown III
Open
2133
625.94
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Hybrid Showdown III
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Raw
Class
198.4
Weight
198.2
Squat
661.4
705.5
727.5
727.5
Bench
501.6
551.2
573.2
573.2
Deadlift
760.6
832.2
-883
832.2
GLP
128.69
1
WRPF
2020-09-26
The Showdown
Open
2066.8
607.55
Location
USA-MO
Competition
The Showdown
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Raw
Class
198.4
Weight
197.5
Squat
655.9
-705.5
-722
655.9
Bench
496
534.6
562.2
562.2
Deadlift
749.6
804.7
848.8
848.8
GLP
124.91
1
USPA
2020-01-18
Metroflex Powermania
Open
2055.8
603.97
Location
USA-WI
Competition
Metroflex Powermania
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
198.4
Weight
197.8
Squat
-633.8
683.4
722
722
Bench
468.5
496
523.6
523.6
Deadlift
727.5
793.7
810.2
810.2
GLP
124.17
1
USPA
2019-08-03
The Tribute
Open
2000.7
615.16
Location
USA-TX
Competition
The Tribute
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
181.7
Squat
688.9
Bench
512.6
Deadlift
799.2
GLP
126.08
1
USPA
2019-04-20
Razors Barbell Mayhem
Open
1962.1
602.88
Location
USA-WI
Competition
Razors Barbell Mayhem
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
181.9
Squat
677.9
Bench
501.6
Deadlift
782.6
GLP
123.58
1
USA-UA
2018-12-15
Hybrid Deadlift Invitational
Open
771.6
237.25
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Hybrid Deadlift Invitational
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
181.7
Deadlift
771.6
1
USPA
2018-12-15
Florida SLG Series Presents Hybrid Performance Method
Open
1929
593.13
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Florida SLG Series Presents Hybrid Performance Method
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
181.7
Squat
666.9
Bench
496
Deadlift
766.1
GLP
121.57
1
USPA
2018-08-25
The Tribute
Open
1818.8
560.01
Location
USA-TX
Competition
The Tribute
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
181.2
Squat
589.7
Bench
490.5
Deadlift
738.5
GLP
114.76
DQ
USPA
2018-05-12
Kern US Open
Open
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
181.4
1
WRPF
2017-08-25
Boss of Bosses 4
Pro MR-O
1736.1
534.55
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Boss of Bosses 4
Division
Pro MR-O
Age
24
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
181.2
Squat
606.3
606.3
Bench
402.3
402.3
Deadlift
661.4
700
727.5
727.5
GLP
109.55
2
USPA
2017-04-15
CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships
LW
1885
579.97
Location
USA-CA
Competition
CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships
Division
LW
Age
24
Equipment
Wraps
Class
181.9
Weight
181.4
Squat
722
Bench
446.4
Deadlift
716.5
1
USAPL
2016-10-13
Raw Nationals
MR-Jr
1785.7
547.19
Location
USA-GA
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
MR-Jr
Age
23
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
182.8
Squat
611.8
-639.3
661.4
661.4
Bench
407.9
429.9
-446.4
429.9
Deadlift
661.4
694.5
-716.5
694.5
GLP
112.19
1
USAPL
2016-10-13
Raw Nationals
MR-O
1785.7
547.19
Location
USA-GA
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
MR-O
Age
23
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
182.8
Squat
611.8
-639.3
661.4
661.4
Bench
407.9
429.9
-446.4
429.9
Deadlift
661.4
694.5
-716.5
694.5
GLP
112.19
1
IPF
2016-06-19
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Open
1792.4
549.59
Location
USA-TX
Competition
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
23
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
182.5
Squat
595.2
628.3
657
657
Bench
407.9
429.9
440.9
440.9
Deadlift
644.9
683.4
694.5
694.5
GLP
112.68
1
USAPL
2015-10-15
Raw Nationals
MR-O
1736.1
533.81
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
MR-O
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
181.7
Squat
545.6
578.7
600.8
600.8
Bench
402.3
418.9
429.9
429.9
Deadlift
633.8
677.9
705.5
705.5
GLP
109.41
1
USAPL
2015-10-15
Raw Nationals
MR-Jr
1736.1
533.81
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
MR-Jr
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
181.7
Squat
545.6
578.7
600.8
600.8
Bench
402.3
418.9
429.9
429.9
Deadlift
633.8
677.9
705.5
705.5
GLP
109.41
1
USAPL
2015-06-13
Badger Open
MR-O
1648
509.17
Location
USA-WI
Competition
Badger Open
Division
MR-O
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
180.1
Squat
551.2
584.2
-600.8
584.2
Bench
-385.8
385.8
-424.4
385.8
Deadlift
650.4
677.9
-688.9
677.9
GLP
104.3
1
RUPC
2015-02-07
Raw Unity VIII
M-MW
1708.6
529.81
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Raw Unity VIII
Division
M-MW
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
179
Squat
562.2
606.3
-617.3
606.3
Bench
-396.8
402.3
-429.9
402.3
Deadlift
661.4
700
-705.5
700
GLP
108.49
1
UPA
2014-07-19
Iron Battle on the Mississippi
MJR-AD
1708.6
525.34
Location
USA-IA
Competition
Iron Battle on the Mississippi
Division
MJR-AD
Age
21
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
181.7
Squat
551.2
589.7
611.8
611.8
Bench
369.3
407.9
418.9
418.9
Deadlift
628.3
677.9
-705.5
677.9
GLP
107.67
2
RUPC
2014-02-07
Raw Unity VII
M-LW
1620.4
497.88
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Raw Unity VII
Division
M-LW
Age
21
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
181.9
Squat
512.6
567.7
589.7
589.7
Bench
-352.7
369.3
-385.8
369.3
Deadlift
600.8
661.4
-705.5
661.4
GLP
102.05
1
USAPL
2013-06-15
Badger Open
MR-O
1482.6
460.36
Location
USA-WI
Competition
Badger Open
Division
MR-O
Age
20
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
178.6
Squat
-485
507.1
540.1
540.1
Bench
297.6
325.2
-341.7
325.2
Deadlift
556.7
589.7
617.3
617.3
GLP
94.25
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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It is not clear if John Haack plans on continuing his journey in Strongman, but he definitely has loads of talent for it. Powerlifting, however, remains his first love and he is also the undisputed champion of his weight class. There are numerous possibilities, so it remains to be seen what John thinks is best for him.
Published: 28 July, 2023 | 11:26 AM EDT
Larry Wheels Hospitalized With Rhabdomyolysis
Larry Wheels has been going through a lot lately, focusing on developing his strength, building an incredible physique, and as of recently, launching his first public gym. Unfortunately, all the time Larry invested in his gym, aiming to better himself, led to a significant setback. In fact, it was even something that could develop into a fatal hazard. On July 25th, Larry shared a photo of himself lying in a hospital bed, with IV’s connected to his veins. Furthermore, in the post’s caption, Larry disclosed that he has been diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis, a rare condition that has been fatal in some cases.
“I fked around and got Rhabdo. light headed af”
Rhabdomyolysis is most often caused by overtraining, and its symptoms are similar to muscle inflammation, but often develop into much more severe pains. Basically, when a person suffers from rhabdomyolysis, their injured muscles can break down, releasing the Myoglobin protein into the bloodstream.
In turn, Myoglobin can damage the kidneys, affecting their work rate or potentially even causing kidney failure. In the worst cases, rhabdomyolysis has even caused the deaths of people who had it.
The symptoms of rhabdomyolysis include weakness, muscle pain, darkening of the urine, and lightheadedness. However, rhabdo is curable, so Larry Wheels should be back to his best after some treatments.
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Interestingly, rhabdo is a fairly rare disease, as approximately 26,000 cases are reported in the USA each year. So, it is something that should be paid attention to, but not overly scared of it.
CrossFit and UFC athletes are some of the most frequent people who get rhabdo due to their highly-intense training sessions. So, as a result of his intense gym efforts, Larry Wheels ended up with rhabdomyolysis. However, it does not come as a huge surprise, since he has been going all out in preparation for his Classic Bodybuilding debut. He recently revealed what exactly attracted him to this division of bodybuilding as well.
In preparation for his Classic Bodybuilding debut, Larry Wheels partnered up with William Bonac in order to get some posing tips. Larry then also revealed that his coach assured him that nothing apart from TRT would be needed for him to be competitive in the Classic Bodybuilding division. This seemed to be correct, as Larry’s physique looked incredible in every update that he shared.
It is a known fact by now that Larry Wheels has stopped using PEDs and Steroids. However, since then, he has looked like a brand new person. He began looking younger and healthier, while also slimming down to an incredibly shredded physique. His strength has also been impressive, as Larry tested his limits in a powerlifting mock meet.
The fact that he is enjoying his current fitness journey makes it obvious that he will continue to enjoy it after he recovers from rhabdomyolysis.
Related: Larry Wheels Sporting Crazy Bicep Peak in Classic Physique Posing Before Big Debut
It is currently not clear how rhabdomyolysis will affect Larry Wheels’ plans moving forward, but he will most likely provide a detailed update when he is back to full health. Until then, we wish Larry a quick recovery from the unfortunate situation that he has found himself in.
Published: 26 July, 2023 | 10:37 AM EDT