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Powerlifter Bradon Gulch Attempts 525-lb Tom Platz Squat Challenge, Impresses with 21 Reps
Bodybuilding has produced many legends, but few have been as iconic as Tom Platz. Tom was, and is to this day, recognized for his incredible lower body workouts, which have proven to be quite effective considering the size of Platz’s legs. Tom became known as the “Quadfather” for good reason. His legs weren’t just a sight to behold, they were also incredibly strong, with some of his impressive feats still unmatched today. His quad muscles were the stuff of legend, and he rightly earned his place among the greats of bodybuilding and strength training. The most remarkable one was his 23-rep squat set with 525 pounds on the barbell. Platz completed this set in 1992, and ever since many world-class athletes have attempted to match it.
Everyone knows the best squatters usually come from powerlifting, which is why it’s no surprise to see a lot of them taking on the Tom Platz Challenge. Most recently, Bradon Gulch was the man who gave his maximum effort to achieve the incredible feat. In addition, he came extremely close to matching Tom Platz’s result, having performed only two reps less than him. So, after reaching his limit, Bradon ended up with a 21-rep 525-pound squat set.
Bradon Gulch utilized a pair of knee sleeves and a lifting belt to complete this set, making it raw by the majority of standards. In addition, Bradon is just 22-years-old, making his attempt even more impressive. He didn’t seem to struggle much until he hit his 18th rep, but he pushed through and managed to eke out three more. In the end, Bradon failed while attempting his 22 repetition, as he was not able to get up from the squatting position. After the spotters took the barbell from his back, Bradon fell back and decided to remain on the floor until the burning sensation in his legs started to dull.
Watch the lift here:
Related: Tom Platz Shows Off Shredded Quads in Latest Update at 67
Bradon Gulch isn’t the first elite powerlifter to tackle Tom Platz’s squat challenge. Joe Sullivan attempted the same challenge a year ago. In spite of being a World Record holder, Joe was only able to complete 20 repetitions, putting him behind Bradon.
The bodyweight of Tom Platz during his 23-rep 525-pound squat set was 198 pounds, while Bradon Gulch’s bodyweight was unknown at the time of the attempt. Just two weeks prior to his attempt, Bradon participated in a powerlifting competition, where he weighed 271.2 pounds.
It is also important to note that Bradon Gulch is focused on improving his one rep max on the squat and not improving his AMRAP sets. So, the heaviest official squat of his career came out to 705.4 pounds, which is significantly heavier than Platz’s reported PR of around 600 pounds. So, it all depends on one’s primary goals.
Overall, Bradon Gulch took part in 11 sanctioned powerlifting competitions, winning seven of them. Even though he has been competing for only two years, it is apparent that he will continue to improve for years to come.
Bradon Gulch’s Competition PR
Squat: 320 kilograms (705.4 pounds) — (2022 USAPL Liftmas Open)
Bench Press: 212.5 kilograms (468.4 pounds) — (2023 USAPL Arnold Pro Bench)
Deadlift: 300 kilograms (661.4 pounds) — (2022 USAPL Liftmas Open)
Total: 825 kilograms (1,818.8 pounds) — (2022 USAPL Liftmas Open)
Related: Leg Day Motivation: Tom Platz “I Was Willing To Die For It”
Bradon Gulch seems to be the closest man to Tom Platz’s record currently, as two reps don’t seem too far away. In addition, as explained earlier, if Bradon decides to work on his AMRAP instead of a One-Rep Max at some point, it is very likely that he would be able to surpass the 23 reps performed by Tom Platz.
Published: 5 May, 2023 | 3:22 PM EDT
72-YO Powerlifter Shelly Stettner Scores New Raw 265-lb Squat & 155-lb Bench Press All-Time PRs
Among the greatest Masters powerlifters in the world, Shelly Stettner founded the belief that no one is ever too old to become the best in what they want. Now, she is once again continuing to prove her statements, having just landed new squat and bench press Personal Records (PRs) at the age of 72-years-old. In addition, Shelly shared both of her new achievements on Instagram.
The first PR that Shelly Stettner locked out was the squat of 265 pounds (120.2 kilograms). She did so by putting on a pair of knee sleeves and a lifting belt, dropping under the barbell, and easily squatting 265 pounds (120.2 kilograms).
Shelly Stettner then scored another personal record on the bench press. After a few warm-up sets, Shelly ramped up to a 155-pound (70.3-kilogram) bench, the heaviest she has ever lifted. Although it did not look as easy as her squat PR, the bench press still looked quite comfortable for Shelly.
Watch the lifts here:
Related: 71-Year-Old Shelly Stettner (63KG) Scores Squat & Bench Competition PRs At 2022 AMP Masters Nationals
Shelly Stettner is currently preparing for the 2023 Powerlifting America (AMP) Masters Raw Nationals, which is set to take place on June 2-3, in Phoenix. Shelly won the AMP Nationals last year as well, and is now coming back to defend her title.
Apart from her National title, Shelly Stettner has also claimed other titles which lifted her to the status of the sport’s greatest athlete. Most notably, Shelly won the 63-kilogram weight class of the 2022 IPF World Masters Classic & Equipped Powerlifting Championships. In addition, Shelly also set four new masters IPF World Records at the Masters’ Championships.
So, Shelly Stettner hopes to defend both her National and World titles this year, but judging by her new PRs, she also has the potential to break some more World Records.
Overall, Shelly Stettner has taken part in nine sanctioned powerlifting competitions and won eight of them. Still, the most impressive factor is that she began competing at 68-years-old, and is now better than ever before.
Shelly Stettner’s Competition PRs
Squat: 115 kilograms (253.5 pounds) — (2022 AMP Nationals)
Bench Press: 68 kilograms (149.9 pounds) — (2022 IPF World Masters Classic & Equipped Powerlifting Championships)
Deadlift: 147.5 kilograms (314.1 pounds) — (2021 USAPL Virginia Pro)
Total: 325.5-kilogram (717.6-pound) — (2022 IPF World Masters Classic & Equipped Powerlifting Championships)
Related: Rudy Kadlub Lands 524-lb Raw Deadlift Two-Rep PR On His 74th Birthday
Shelly Stettner’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Raw
253.5
149.9
253.5
717.6
361.06
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
IPF
2022-10-08
World Masters Classic & Equipped Powerlifting Championships
Masters 4
717.6
361.06
Location
Canada-NL
Competition
World Masters Classic & Equipped Powerlifting Championships
Division
Masters 4
Age
71
Equipment
Raw
Class
138.9
Weight
132.1
Squat
242.5
253.5
-259
253.5
Bench
143.3
148.8
149.9
149.9
Deadlift
292.1
308.6
314.2
314.2
GLP
73.63
1
AMP
2022-06-18
Nationals
FR-M4
688.9
344.97
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Nationals
Division
FR-M4
Age
71
Equipment
Raw
Class
138.9
Weight
133.2
Squat
220.5
242.5
253.5
253.5
Bench
132.3
143.3
148.8
148.8
Deadlift
286.6
-303.1
-303.1
286.6
GLP
70.31
1
USAPL
2022-03-04
Arnold Masters of Iron Pro
FR-M4
696.7
349.6
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Arnold Masters of Iron Pro
Division
FR-M4
Age
70
Equipment
Raw
Weight
132.7
Squat
231.5
250.2
250.2
Bench
132.3
141.1
143.3
143.3
Deadlift
303.1
-330.7
-330.7
303.1
GLP
71.27
1
USAPL
2021-12-04
Virginia Pro
FR-M4a
711
357.13
Location
USA-VA
Competition
Virginia Pro
Division
FR-M4a
Age
70
Equipment
Raw
Weight
132.5
Squat
237
248
-253.5
248
Bench
132.3
137.8
-143.3
137.8
Deadlift
303.1
325.2
-330.7
325.2
GLP
72.81
1
USAPL
2021-06-14
Raw Masters Nationals
FR-M4
701.1
349.35
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Raw Masters Nationals
Division
FR-M4
Age
70
Equipment
Raw
Class
138.9
Weight
134.2
Squat
231.5
242.5
242.5
Bench
132.3
137.8
138.9
138.9
Deadlift
308.6
314.2
319.7
319.7
GLP
71.17
1
USAPL
2020-08-01
Motor City Summer Showdown
FR-M3b
666.9
332.56
Location
USA-MI
Competition
Motor City Summer Showdown
Division
FR-M3b
Age
69
Equipment
Raw
Class
138.9
Weight
134
Squat
203.9
226
231.5
231.5
Bench
121.3
126.8
132.3
132.3
Deadlift
270.1
303.1
-314.2
303.1
GLP
67.76
2
USAPL
2020-08-01
Motor City Summer Showdown
FR-O
666.9
332.56
Location
USA-MI
Competition
Motor City Summer Showdown
Division
FR-O
Age
69
Equipment
Raw
Class
138.9
Weight
134
Squat
203.9
226
231.5
231.5
Bench
121.3
126.8
132.3
132.3
Deadlift
270.1
303.1
-314.2
303.1
GLP
67.76
1
USAPL
2019-10-12
Michigan Rookie Rumble
FR-M3b
628.3
313.96
Location
USA-MI
Competition
Michigan Rookie Rumble
Division
FR-M3b
Age
68
Equipment
Raw
Class
138.9
Weight
133.6
Squat
198.4
209.4
220.5
220.5
Bench
115.7
-126.8
-126.8
115.7
Deadlift
275.6
292.1
-303.1
292.1
GLP
63.98
1
USAPL
2019-10-12
Michigan Rookie Rumble
FR-O
628.3
313.96
Location
USA-MI
Competition
Michigan Rookie Rumble
Division
FR-O
Age
68
Equipment
Raw
Class
138.9
Weight
133.6
Squat
198.4
209.4
220.5
220.5
Bench
115.7
-126.8
-126.8
115.7
Deadlift
275.6
292.1
-303.1
292.1
GLP
63.98
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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Shelly Stettner has encountered some difficulties during her preparation for the 2023 AMP Nationals. She has had to work around problems with injuries and new rulesets for some time now. However, none of these setbacks were enough to stop Shelly, who now set new PRs in the bench press and the squat.
Published: 5 May, 2023 | 10:07 AM EDT
Powerlifter Laura Sancho (82.5KG) Scores Huge 263-kg (579.8-lb) Raw Deadlift British Record
The professional powerlifting scene is witnessing a wave of brand new amazing athletes in the sport and the newest one comes from Wales. The 2023 GPC-GB Welsh National Championships took place on April 30th, 2023, in Swansea, and Laura Sancho stood out as a notable competitor. Laura competed in the Knee With Wraps division and won the female division overall. However, that was not the peak of her experience, since she also set a new British Raw Deadlift Record in the 82-kilogram weight class.
Laura Sancho started off with a relatively light deadlift of 230 kilograms (507 pounds), which was just enough to fire her up for the next two attempts. She immediately broke the British Record on the second attempt of 250 kilograms (551.1 pounds), but that was not enough for her.
Laura Sancho decided to load 263 kilograms (579.8 pounds) for her third and final attempt. After approaching the barbell with just some chalk and a lifting belt, Laura positioned herself perfectly for a conventional stance pull. She then grabbed the bar with a mixed grip, pulled out the slack, and crushed her third attempt for a new U82.5KG British Record.
The previous British record was also in Laura Sancho’s possession, as she lifted 247.5 kilograms (545.6 pounds) at the 2022 GPC-GB British Finals. So, with almost six months of preparation, Laura managed to add 15.5 kilograms (34.2 pounds) to her deadlift.
Watch the lift here:
Related: Powerlifter Reece Fullwood (125KG) Sets 412.5-kg (909.4-lb) Raw Squat All-Time World Record
Laura Sancho’s Full Performance
Laura Sancho weighed in at exactly 80 kilograms (176.4 pounds) for the 2023 GPC-GB Welsh National Championships. In addition, she only missed two of her squat attempts, but still came out with new competition PRs in every event.
Squat
200 kilograms (440.9 pounds) — Competition PR
Unsuccessful — 220 kilograms (485 pounds)
Unsuccessful — 220 kilograms (485 pounds)
Bench Press
100 kilograms (220.4 pounds)
107.5 kilograms (237 pounds)
112.5 kilograms (248 pounds) — Competition PR
Deadlift
230 kilograms (507 pounds)
250 kilograms (551.1 pounds)
263 kilograms (579.8 pounds) — U82.5KG British Record & Competition PR
Total — 575.5 kilograms (1,268.7 pounds) — Competition PR
Related: Powerlifter Hunter Henderson Smashes 501-lb (227.2-kg) Raw Conventional Deadlift PR
Laura Sancho’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Wraps
440.9
226
440.9
1196
507.12
Raw
209.4
209.4
88.91
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
GPC-Scotland
2022-11-27
Sultans of Squat
F-O
396.8
168.46
Location
Scotland
Competition
Sultans of Squat
Division
F-O
Age
33
Equipment
Wraps
Class
181.9
Weight
178.8
Squat
396.8
-440.9
-440.9
396.8
1
GPC-Scotland
2022-11-27
Bench Gathering
F-O
209.4
88.91
Location
Scotland
Competition
Bench Gathering
Division
F-O
Age
33
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
178.8
Bench
209.4
-231.5
-231.5
209.4
GLP
71.53
1
GPC-GB
2022-11-19
British Finals
F-O
1196
507.12
Location
England
Competition
British Finals
Division
F-O
Age
33
Equipment
Wraps
Class
181.9
Weight
179.2
Squat
-440.9
-440.9
440.9
440.9
Bench
198.4
215
226
226
Deadlift
463
507.1
529.1
545.6
545.6
1
GPC-GB
2021-11-27
British Finals
F-O
1041.7
460.85
Location
Wales
Competition
British Finals
Division
F-O
Age
32
Equipment
Wraps
Class
165.3
Weight
164.9
Squat
358.3
374.8
385.8
385.8
Bench
170.9
187.4
-198.4
187.4
Deadlift
-418.9
440.9
468.5
468.5
1
GPC-GB
2021-06-26
Scottish Championship
F-O
903.9
393.35
Location
Scotland
Competition
Scottish Championship
Division
F-O
Age
32
Equipment
Wraps
Class
181.9
Weight
170.2
Squat
308.6
330.7
-396.8
330.7
Bench
132.3
-165.3
165.3
165.3
Deadlift
352.7
374.8
407.9
407.9
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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Laura Sancho has been competing for less than two years, but she has already accumulated six sanctioned appearances. What is even more impressive is that she is still holding a perfect streak, having won each of the six competitions. Moreover, her recent 263-kilogram (579.8-pound) raw deadlift is the Fourth-Heaviest in the world at her weight class of 82.5 kilograms. So, she is getting close to the World Record territory as well.
We do not know what Laura Sancho’s future plans are at this time. Nonetheless, as she has seen improvement in all events, she is likely to continue to raise her goals and chase records in the future.
Published: 4 May, 2023 | 2:09 PM EDT
Powerlifter Reece Fullwood (125KG) Sets 412.5-kg (909.4-lb) Raw Squat All-Time World Record
Coming into the 2023 GPC-GB Welsh National Championships, Reece Fullwood did not have too high expectations. The competition was held on one day only, April 30th, in Swansea, so Reece had the goal of completing it without any injuries. However, his achievements reached miles above that, since Reece managed to set a new All-Time World Record Raw Squat in the 125-kilogram weight class.
Reece Fullwood opened his performance with a 360-kilogram (793.6-pound) squat, which immediately looked way too easy for him. So, for the second attempt, he made a jump of 30 kilograms (66.1 pounds) for a squat of 390 kilograms (859.8 pounds). This second attempt was nothing more difficult than his first one, as he made it look like a warm-up.
However, having full confidence in his abilities, Reece Fullwood made another massive weight jump and loaded a 412.5-kilogram (909.4-pound) squat. Equipped with just a lifting belt, knee sleeves, and a swagger pair of glasses, Reece managed to push through and lock out a brand new All-Time World Record Raw Squat.
The previous record holder in the 125-kilogram weight class was Phillip Herndon. He set the old squat World Record at the 2023 USPC Mid-Atlantic Regional Championship by squatting 411 kilograms (906.1 pounds). So, not even two months have passed since Herndon set the record, but Reece Fullwood has already outperformed it.
Watch Fullwood’s lifts here:
Related: Powerlifter Russel Orhii Scores a Huge 337.5-kg (744-lb) Raw Squat Two-Rep PR
Reece Fullwood’s Full Performance
Reece Fullwood was primarily focused on the squat event at the 2023 GPC-GB Welsh National Championships, since he was unable to display his best on other events due to some injury issues. However, even with some nerve issues and an elbow injury, Reece managed to set a new British Record Squat and Total.
Squat
360 kilograms (793.6 pounds)
390 kilograms (859.8 pounds)
412.5 kilograms (909.4 pounds) — U125KG All-Time World Record, British Record, & Competition PR
Bench Press
190 kilograms (418.8 pounds)
210 kilograms (462.9 pounds)
Unsuccessful — 215 kilograms (474 pounds)
*Reece Fullwood has a heavier Competition PR of 212.5 kilograms (468.4 pounds) which he set at the 2019 GPC-GB Welsh Championships.
Deadlift
330 kilograms (727.5 pounds)
362.5 kilograms (799.1 pounds) — Competition PR
Unsuccessful — 377.5 kilograms (832.2 pounds)
Total — 985 kilograms (2,171.5 pounds) — U125KG British Record & Competition PR
Related: Hafthor Bjornsson Crushes 420-kg (925.95-Lb) Raw Squat In Training
Reece Fullwood’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Raw
716.5
180.99
Wraps
887.4
468.5
887.4
2127.5
548.6
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
GPC-GB
2022-04-09
Tattooed and Strong
M-O
716.5
180.99
Location
England
Competition
Tattooed and Strong
Division
M-O
Age
30
Equipment
Raw
Class
308.6
Weight
291.9
Deadlift
716.5
-782.6
716.5
1
GPC-GB
2019-05-05
Welsh Championships
M-O
2127.5
548.6
Location
Wales
Competition
Welsh Championships
Division
M-O
Age
28
Equipment
Wraps
Class
275.6
Weight
272.9
Squat
782.6
837.8
887.4
887.4
Bench
418.9
451.9
468.5
468.5
Deadlift
694.5
771.6
771.6
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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As Reece Fullwood competed in the third professional powerlifting competition of his career, he already claimed an All-Time World Record. He now plans on doing some bodybuilding training and working on recovering from his injuries. So, when all is set and done in about a year from now, Reece hopes to cross the 1,000-kilogram (2,204.6-pound) raw Total with ease.
Published: 2 May, 2023 | 9:17 AM EDT
Powerlifter Russel Orhii Scores a Huge 337.5-kg (744-lb) Raw Squat Two-Rep PR
Although we don’t get to see him compete very often in recent times, it is still clear that Russel Orhii is among the top powerlifters in the world. He’s always committed to his training, which is evident in his continued preparation for his upcoming professional events. Speaking of his upcoming appearance, Russel is clearly pumped up and ready to compete, as he recently achieved a new personal best by squatting 337.5 kilograms (744 pounds) for two reps. Proud of his new achievement, Russel shared the video footage on his Instagram page.
The squat has always been Russel Orhii’s greatest and most favorite event in powerlifting. One of Russel’s biggest strengths is his incredibly strong and functional legs, which enable him to lift weights that are almost 4x his own body weight. So, due to these hard-earned attributes, Russel managed to squat 337.5 kilograms (744 pounds) for two reps in a raw manner. He only utilized a lifting belt and knee sleeves.
Russel Orhii’s first rep with the 337.5 kilograms (744 pounds) looked amazing. He did not display any signs of struggle or waste any excess energy. It was only in the second rep that Russel encountered difficulties, but he passed with a smile, showing confidence in his ability to lift the weight.
“744lbs/337.5kg for 2I done got me a lil motion..My next meet is gonna go crazy”
Watch the lift here:
Related: Powerlifter Russel Orhii Lands a New 320-kg (705.5-lb) Raw Squat Three-Rep PR In Training
Russel Orhii mentioned that he will compete in the caption of his post, but did not reveal any details.It is exciting to see him set a goal for some competition, as he is known for breaking records and putting on an impressive performance.
The last time that Russel Orhii competed was in December 2022, meaning that a significant amount of time has passed since. However, that also means that he has had a lot of time to improve, which is evident in his new two-rep squat PR.
Having also focused on bodybuilding during 2022, Russel Orhii has managed to put on some muscle. So, he also jumped up in bodyweight and thus competed in the 90-kilogram weight class at the 2022 USAPL Korea Winter Showdown. However, his current bodyweight is not clear, as Russel’s plans for the future were not revealed.
Overall, Russel Orhii took part in 18 sanctioned competitions during his 8-year-long career. He won 17 of them and was considered as the king of the 83-kilogram weight class. In addition, Russel also set countless National and World records.
Russel Orhii’s Competition PRs
Russel Orhii set all of his competition PRs at the 2022 USAPL Korea Winter Showdown.
Squat: 340 kilograms (749.5 pounds)
Bench Press: 195 kilograms (429.9 pounds)
Deadlift: 350 kilograms (771.6 pounds)
Total: 885 kilograms (1,951.1 pounds)
Related: Powerlifter Russel Orhii Scores All-Time Raw Squat PR of 765-lb (347-kg)
Russell Orhii’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
No data found…
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
No data found…
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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It appears that Russell Orhii has been setting new personal records almost every week for the past few months. Also, his physique looks better than ever, which illustrates just how hard he is working to accomplish everything he has set his sights on. It is paying off, as new PRs like the 337.5-kilogram (744-pound) squat will keep coming.
Published: 29 April, 2023 | 9:43 AM EDT
Rudy Kadlub Lands 524-lb Raw Deadlift Two-Rep PR On His 74th Birthday
Rudy Kadlub’s birthday is a big deal for powerlifting fans all around the world. His celebrations have turned into a cherished tradition for him and everyone eagerly awaits the event. The most exciting part of his birthday festivities is when he performs his customary deadlift. This year he lifted one pound more than the year before. It’s an incredible feat that always leaves everyone impressed and in awe of his strength. Last year, Rudy Kadlub lifted an impressive 523 pounds (237.2 kilograms) for his birthday deadlift. This year, to surpass his record, he lifted 524 pounds (237.7 kilograms) to celebrate his 74th birthday. However, seeing that this represents his one-rep max, no one expected that Rudy would be able to complete two reps. Well, according to his Instagram, Rudy crushed both reps and landed a new two-rep PR as well.
Rudy Kadlub’s 74th birthday was on April 10th, 2023, but he had to postpone the deadlift attempt to April 27th, due to an illness earlier in the month. Despite the setbacks, Rudy was able to come in stronger than ever, surprising everyone in the gym and on Instagram.
Rudy Kadlub only equipped himself with a lifting belt and some chalk before coming up to the barbell. He then slowly found his perfect foot placement for the sumo stance and lifted the 524 pounds (237 kilograms) with ease. However, with multiple members of his team rooting for him, Rudy completed the second repetition under peer pressure.
“For my annual birthday tradition, I pulled 524# this year, 1 pound more than last. This year, the @kabukistrength team peer pressured me into doubling it, so not only is this a raw PR deadlift weight for me, but for 2 reps!”
Watch the lift here:
Related: Powerlifter Rudy Kadlub Hits a Massive Deadlift of 523 lbs Raw To Celebrate His 73rd Birthday
Rudy Kadlub also stated that he might have to re-do his goals for next year, as it is evident that an increase of just one pound is nothing for him.
“If I can get stronger every year, by the time I am 90, I can do 700 pounds”
Rudy Kadlub already holds numerous Masters World Records in powerlifting, but it is now evident that he will further improve those records in the future. This is especially impressive, seeing that Rudy has been competing for 17 years. During that time, he took part in 40 sanctioned competitions and won 34 of them.
In addition, Rudy Kadlub has contributed to the powerlifting scene in other ways than competing. He is a co-founder of Kabuki Strength, a manufacturer of gym equipment, especially barbells.
Rudy Kadlub’s Competition PRs
Squat (wraps): 205 kilograms (551.9 pounds) — (2021 IPL Drug Tested World Championship)
Bench Press (raw): 142.5 kilograms (314.1 pounds) — (2021 IPL Drug Tested World Championship)
Deadlift (raw): 235 kilograms (518 pounds) — (2020 USPA Drug Tested North American Championships)
Total (raw w/wraps): 578 kilograms (1,274.2 pounds) — (2021 IPL Drug Tested World Championship)
Related: 73-Year-Old Powerlifter Rudy Kadlub Crushes 210-kg (463-lb) Raw Deadlift Two-Rep PR In Training
Rudy Kadlub’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Wraps
457.5
314.2
457.5
1274.3
362.11
Raw
402.3
308.6
402.3
1207
339.38
Multi-ply
611.8
463
611.8
1603.9
458.23
Single-ply
369.3
507.1
148.72
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
USPA
2022-12-03
Oregon State Championships
Masters 70-74
1257.7
353.64
Location
USA-OR
Competition
Oregon State Championships
Division
Masters 70-74
Age
73
Equipment
Wraps
Class
220.5
Weight
216.9
Squat
402.3
435.4
457.5
457.5
Bench
242.5
270.1
286.6
286.6
Deadlift
474
490.5
513.7
513.7
1
USPA
2022-05-27
Drug Tested National Championships
Masters 70-74
303.1
85.12
Location
USA-GA
Competition
Drug Tested National Championships
Division
Masters 70-74
Age
73
Equipment
Raw
Class
220.5
Weight
217.6
Bench
275.6
303.1
-319.7
303.1
GLP
63.38
1
USPA
2022-05-27
Drug Tested National Championships
Masters 70-74
606.3
170.24
Location
USA-GA
Competition
Drug Tested National Championships
Division
Masters 70-74
Age
73
Equipment
Wraps
Class
220.5
Weight
217.6
Squat
137.8
137.8
Bench
275.6
303.1
-319.7
303.1
Deadlift
165.3
165.3
1
IPL
2021-11-04
Drug Tested World Championship
Masters 70-74
1274.3
358.94
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Drug Tested World Championship
Division
Masters 70-74
Age
72
Equipment
Wraps
Class
220.5
Weight
216.1
Squat
402.3
431
451.9
451.9
Bench
281.1
303.1
309.7
314.2
314.2
Deadlift
474
502.7
512.6
512.6
1
USPA
2021-07-12
Drug Tested National Championships
Masters 70-74
1234.6
347.76
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Drug Tested National Championships
Division
Masters 70-74
Age
72
Equipment
Wraps
Class
220.5
Weight
216.1
Squat
402.3
-429.9
429.9
429.9
Bench
270.1
292.1
303.1
308.6
308.6
Deadlift
474
501.6
-518.1
501.6
1
USPA
2021-07-12
Drug Tested National Championships
Masters 70-74
501.6
141.28
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Drug Tested National Championships
Division
Masters 70-74
Age
72
Equipment
Raw
Class
220.5
Weight
216.1
Deadlift
474
501.6
-518.1
501.6
1
USPA
2021-07-12
Drug Tested National Championships
Masters 70-74
303.1
85.39
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Drug Tested National Championships
Division
Masters 70-74
Age
72
Equipment
Raw
Class
220.5
Weight
216.1
Bench
270.1
292.1
303.1
308.6
308.6
GLP
63.6
1
USPA
2020-11-06
Drug Tested North American Championships
Masters 70-74
518.1
143.91
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Drug Tested North American Championships
Division
Masters 70-74
Age
71
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
223.1
Deadlift
474
501.6
518.1
518.1
1
USPA
2020-11-06
Drug Tested North American Championships
Masters 70-74
1251.1
347.52
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Drug Tested North American Championships
Division
Masters 70-74
Age
71
Equipment
Wraps
Class
242.5
Weight
223.1
Squat
-396.8
429.9
-451.9
429.9
Bench
-270.1
275.6
303.1
303.1
Deadlift
474
501.6
518.1
518.1
1
USPA
2020-11-06
Drug Tested North American Championships
Masters 70-74
303.1
84.2
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Drug Tested North American Championships
Division
Masters 70-74
Age
71
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
223.1
Bench
-270.1
275.6
303.1
303.1
GLP
62.64
1
USPA
2020-09-04
Drug Tested National Championships
Masters 70-74
1174
332.06
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Drug Tested National Championships
Division
Masters 70-74
Age
71
Equipment
Wraps
Class
220.5
Weight
214.1
Squat
-303.1
347.2
402.3
402.3
Bench
253.5
281.1
297.6
297.6
Deadlift
435.4
474
-501.6
474
1
IPL
2019-10-24
Drug Tested World Championships
Masters 70-74
1229.1
362.11
Location
Ireland
Competition
Drug Tested World Championships
Division
Masters 70-74
Age
70
Equipment
Wraps
Class
198.4
Weight
196.7
Squat
407.9
-429.9
429.9
429.9
Bench
264.6
292.1
-303.1
292.1
Deadlift
451.9
485
507.1
507.1
1
USPA
2019-05-11
Masters Cup
Masters 70-74
1185
348.73
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Masters Cup
Division
Masters 70-74
Age
70
Equipment
Wraps
Class
198.4
Weight
197.1
Squat
424.4
Bench
286.6
Deadlift
474
1
IPL
2018-11-08
Drug Tested World Championships
Masters 65-69
1262.1
356.34
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Drug Tested World Championships
Division
Masters 65-69
Age
69
Equipment
Wraps
Class
220.5
Weight
215
Squat
451.9
Bench
303.1
Deadlift
518.1
1
IPL
2018-05-12
Masters Cup
Masters 65-69
1234.6
347.6
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Masters Cup
Division
Masters 65-69
Age
69
Equipment
Wraps
Class
220.5
Weight
216.3
Squat
440.9
Bench
292.1
Deadlift
501.6
1
IPL
2017-11-02
Worlds
Masters 65-69
1201.5
336.78
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Worlds
Division
Masters 65-69
Age
68
Equipment
Wraps
Class
220.5
Weight
218.5
Squat
429.9
Bench
286.6
Deadlift
485
1
IPL
2017-05-13
Masters Cup
Masters 65-69
1091.3
307.96
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Masters Cup
Division
Masters 65-69
Age
68
Equipment
Wraps
Class
220.5
Weight
215.2
Squat
418.9
Bench
253.5
Deadlift
418.9
1
GPC
2015-09-13
World Championships
M6
1460.6
408.49
Location
USA-NV
Competition
World Championships
Division
M6
Age
66
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
219.6
Squat
501.6
551.2
-600.8
551.2
Bench
248
435.4
457.5
457.5
Deadlift
451.9
-534.6
451.9
1
GPC
2015-09-13
World Championships
M6
1460.6
408.49
Location
USA-NV
Competition
World Championships
Division
M6
Age
66
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
219.6
Squat
501.6
551.2
-600.8
551.2
Bench
248
435.4
457.5
457.5
Deadlift
451.9
-534.6
451.9
1
SPF
2015-02-28
Myrtle Beach Classic
Masters 65-69
1375
385.15
Location
USA-SC
Competition
Myrtle Beach Classic
Division
Masters 65-69
Age
65
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
218.8
Squat
505
Bench
435
Deadlift
435
1
APF
2015-01-10
Winter Classic
M_MR_6_APF
1207
339.38
Location
USA-OR
Competition
Winter Classic
Division
M_MR_6_APF
Age
65
Equipment
Raw
Class
220.5
Weight
216.9
Squat
402.3
Bench
303.1
Deadlift
501.6
GLP
69.7
1
WPC
2013-08-29
Amateur Worlds
M_MEM_5_AAPF
1344.8
378.13
Location
USA-ID
Competition
Amateur Worlds
Division
M_MEM_5_AAPF
Age
64
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
216.9
Squat
540.1
Bench
242.5
Deadlift
562.2
1
WPC
2013-08-29
Amateur Worlds
M_MEM_5_AAPF
242.5
68.19
Location
USA-ID
Competition
Amateur Worlds
Division
M_MEM_5_AAPF
Age
64
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
216.9
Bench
242.5
1
APF
2013-04-26
Amateur National Powerlifting Championships
M_MEM_5_AAPF
1603.9
455.58
Location
USA-MI
Competition
Amateur National Powerlifting Championships
Division
M_MEM_5_AAPF
Age
64
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
212.1
Squat
507.1
562.2
606.3
606.3
Bench
242.5
440.9
463
463
Deadlift
485
534.6
-556.7
534.6
1
APA
2013-03-23
Spring Championships
Masters 60-64
1537.7
432.76
Location
USA-OR
Competition
Spring Championships
Division
Masters 60-64
Age
~63.5
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
216.5
Squat
451.9
507.1
556.7
556.7
Bench
242.5
446.4
-468.5
446.4
Deadlift
474
512.6
534.6
534.6
DQ
WPC
2012-11-06
World Championships
M_MEM_5_WPC
Location
USA-NV
Competition
World Championships
Division
M_MEM_5_WPC
Age
63
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
198.4
Squat
-551.2
-551.2
-551.2
1
APF
2012-05-26
Masters Teen & Junior Nationals
M_MEM_5_APF
1493.6
439.56
Location
USA-LA
Competition
Masters Teen & Junior Nationals
Division
M_MEM_5_APF
Age
63
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
197.1
Squat
551.2
Bench
429.9
Deadlift
512.6
1
APF
2011-03-09
EDC Spring Meet
M_MEM_5_APF
1598.3
458.23
Location
USA-OR
Competition
EDC Spring Meet
Division
M_MEM_5_APF
Age
61
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
207.9
Squat
-600.8
600.8
-622.8
600.8
Bench
-451.9
-457.5
457.5
457.5
Deadlift
496
523.6
540.1
540.1
1
APF
2011-03-09
EDC Spring Meet
M_MEM_5_AAPF
1598.3
458.23
Location
USA-OR
Competition
EDC Spring Meet
Division
M_MEM_5_AAPF
Age
61
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
207.9
Squat
-600.8
600.8
-622.8
600.8
Bench
-451.9
-457.5
457.5
457.5
Deadlift
496
523.6
540.1
540.1
7
APF
2010-04-18
Amateur & Raw Nationals
M_OEM_APF
1427.5
418.67
Location
USA-MI
Competition
Amateur & Raw Nationals
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
61
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
198.4
Squat
551.2
Bench
413.4
Deadlift
463
1
APF
2009-08-22
Summer Power Challenge
M_MEM_5_AAPF
1537.7
451.76
Location
USA-OR
Competition
Summer Power Challenge
Division
M_MEM_5_AAPF
Age
60
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
197.8
Squat
-578.7
578.7
611.8
611.8
Bench
385.8
-407.9
407.9
407.9
Deadlift
479.5
518.1
-534.6
518.1
1
APF
2009-03-14
Spring Powerlifting Challenge
M_MEM_4_AAPF
1471.6
432.07
Location
USA-OR
Competition
Spring Powerlifting Challenge
Division
M_MEM_4_AAPF
Age
59
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
198
Squat
-501.6
523.6
551.2
551.2
Bench
242.5
363.8
385.8
402.3
402.3
Deadlift
463
523.6
534.6
534.6
1
WABDL
2008-11-12
World Championships
Masters 54-60
369.3
108.31
Location
USA-NV
Competition
World Championships
Division
Masters 54-60
Age
59
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
198.4
Bench
369.3
GLP
56.5
1
WABDL
2008-11-12
World Championships
Masters 54-60
507.1
148.72
Location
USA-NV
Competition
World Championships
Division
Masters 54-60
Age
59
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
198.4
Deadlift
507.1
1
APA
2008-04-12
Northwest Open Iron War
Masters 50-59
1305
382.92
Location
USA-WA
Competition
Northwest Open Iron War
Division
Masters 50-59
Age
59
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
198.2
Squat
435
455
465
465
Bench
-335
335
-345
335
Deadlift
475
505
-510
505
3
WABDL
2007-11-15
World Championships
Masters 54-60
507.1
148.72
Location
USA-CA
Competition
World Championships
Division
Masters 54-60
Age
58
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
198.4
Deadlift
507.1
2
WABDL
2007-11-15
World Championships
Masters 54-60
336.2
98.61
Location
USA-CA
Competition
World Championships
Division
Masters 54-60
Age
58
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
198.4
Bench
336.2
GLP
51.44
1
APA
2007-08-18
Oregon Open Championships
Masters 50-59
1303
382.56
Location
USA-OR
Competition
Oregon Open Championships
Division
Masters 50-59
Age
58
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
198
Squat
424.4
451.9
-463
451.9
Bench
315
335
350
350
Deadlift
451
476
501
501
5
WABDL
2006-11-15
World Championships
Masters 54-60
424.4
124.47
Location
USA-NV
Competition
World Championships
Division
Masters 54-60
Age
57
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
198.4
Deadlift
424.4
5
WABDL
2006-11-15
World Championships
Masters 54-60
303.1
88.91
Location
USA-NV
Competition
World Championships
Division
Masters 54-60
Age
57
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
198.4
Bench
303.1
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Apart from being an incredible powerlifter, Rudy Kadlub is one of the most inspirational figures in strength sports. His feats become even more impressive each year, especially during his birthday deadlift sessions. This year’s 524-pound (237.7-kilogram) two-rep raw deadlift is his greatest one yet, so the upcoming season could see Rudy break some more records as well.
Published: 28 April, 2023 | 4:20 PM EDT
Powerlifter Dan Bell Suffers Injury After a Massive 425-kg (937-lb) Raw Squat
This year was supposed to be a real delight for all powerlifting fans, as Dan Bell and Hafthor Bjornsson both had goals to set new World Records and battle against each other. However, the situation has quickly changed for the worse, as both men injured themselves. Dan’s injury is the more recent one, having suffered it at the 2023 USA-UA Pioneer on the Beach and revealed it just a few days ago on Instagram.
Dan Bell injured himself while performing a 425-kilogram (937-pound) squat on his third attempt. He got stuck in the middle of the lift, but somehow managed to push through. Although it looked like it was time to celebrate, Dan immediately showed signs of injury, barely being able to walk out of the squat rack.
“This one hurt. Felt like my left glute was getting torn in half then following the leg simply locked up and wouldn’t work. It was wild.”
Dan Bell tried to rest for some time in the hopes that his injury was just a small tweak of some sorts. However, after a few days it only got worse.
“Woke up Monday 4/17 unable to feel or move my toes. Absolutely wild a week after.”
However, Dan Bell took a positive approach to this, hoping to find out what the injury is and recover in the best way possible. After visiting two different hospitals, he finally found out the extent of his injuries.
“Moving forward with morphine and 2 different hospitals finding one of the largest MRI machines in Florida to find out my spine and 6 bulging discs have seen better days.”
Dan Bell’s recovery process has begun and he wants to avoid surgery if possible. However, his future is currently very uncertain.
“Already in the process of working things out and avoiding surgery at all costs… Got to be honest the future is up in the air. Just one day at a time.”
Watch the squat here:
Related: Hafthor Bjornsson and Dan Bell Lock Out 395-kg (870.8-lb) Raw Deadlifts At 2023 Arnold Sports Festival
Dan Bell has experienced some injuries throughout his career, but he has always managed to come back better than he was. Thus, he built an incredible resume, appearing in 36 sanctioned competitions and winning 27 of them. Alongside that, Dan has claimed a number of World Records as well.
Dan Bell’s Raw Competition PRs
Squat: 455 kilograms (1,003.1 pounds) — (2020 RPS Sarasota Showdown)
Bench Press: 275 kilograms (606.2 pounds) — (2021 WRPF Kern US Open)
Deadlift: 412.5 kilograms (909.4 pounds) — (2022 APF Showdown at the Storm)
Total: 1,127.5 kilograms (2,485.7 pounds) — (2020 RPS Sarasota Showdown)
Dan Bell’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Wraps
1113.3
606.3
1113.3
2607
606.47
Raw
1003.1
584.2
1003.1
2485.7
583.1
Multi-ply
1102.3
683.4
1102.3
2667.6
621.54
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
WRPF
2022-09-03
Clash on the Columbia
Open
2513.3
586.74
Location
USA-WA
Competition
Clash on the Columbia
Division
Open
Age
35
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
391.3
Squat
948
1014.1
1047.2
1047.2
Bench
529.1
562.2
584.2
584.2
Deadlift
837.8
881.8
881.8
1
USPA
2022-07-30
Iron Knightmare 4
Open
2314.9
541.24
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Iron Knightmare 4
Division
Open
Age
35
Equipment
Raw
Class
308.6
Weight
389
Squat
749.6
-859.8
903.9
931.5
931.5
Bench
501.6
551.2
-584.2
551.2
Deadlift
749.6
804.7
859.8
859.8
GLP
105.22
1
RPS
2022-06-18
Showcase Super Classic 2
Pro Open
2446.4
568.3
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Showcase Super Classic 2
Division
Pro Open
Age
35
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
399.1
Squat
1002.8
Bench
584.1
Deadlift
859.6
1
APF
2022-05-28
Showdown at the Storm
M_OR_APF
909.4
211.68
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Showdown at the Storm
Division
M_OR_APF
Age
35
Equipment
Raw
Class
308.6
Weight
395.9
Deadlift
837.8
881.8
909.4
909.4
1
UPA
2022-03-26
Ghost Strong Pro-Am
MOR
2474.7
574.74
Location
USA-IA
Competition
Ghost Strong Pro-Am
Division
MOR
Age
35
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
399.5
Squat
1025.1
1074.8
-1107.8
1074.8
Bench
551.2
-584.2
-584.2
551.2
Deadlift
848.8
848.8
1
WRPF
2022-02-12
Ghost Clash
Open
2502.2
584.67
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Ghost Clash
Division
Open
Age
35
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
390
Squat
1003.1
1058.2
1080.3
1080.3
Bench
529.1
562.2
-573.2
562.2
Deadlift
804.7
837.8
859.8
859.8
1
WRPF
2021-04-24
Kern US Open
Open
2579.4
603.92
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
34
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
386.9
Squat
1025.1
1069.2
1113.3
1113.3
Bench
573.2
600.8
606.3
606.3
Deadlift
859.8
-903.9
-903.9
859.8
1
WRPF
2021-02-20
Hybrid Showdown III
Open
2607
606.47
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Hybrid Showdown III
Division
Open
Age
34
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
396.8
Squat
1025.1
1074.8
1102.3
1102.3
Bench
551.2
589.7
600.8
600.8
Deadlift
859.8
-903.9
903.9
903.9
1
WRPF
2020-09-26
The Showdown
Open
2403
562.14
Location
USA-MO
Competition
The Showdown
Division
Open
Age
34
Equipment
Raw
Class
308.6
Weight
388.2
Squat
925.9
970
-1014.1
970
Bench
551.2
584.2
-600.8
584.2
Deadlift
848.8
-898.4
848.8
GLP
109.3
1
APF
2020-07-25
Showdown at the Storm
M_OEM_APF
2667.6
621.54
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Showdown at the Storm
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
33
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
394.4
Squat
1014.1
1102.3
-1201.5
1102.3
Bench
683.4
-749.6
683.4
Deadlift
826.7
881.8
881.8
1
USPA
2020-07-11
Pioneer Open
Open
2491.2
581.27
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Pioneer Open
Division
Open
Age
33
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
392.2
Squat
925.9
1003.1
-1041.7
1003.1
Bench
551.2
584.2
584.2
Deadlift
804.7
854.3
903.9
903.9
1
RPS
2020-02-29
Sarasota Showdown
Pro Open
2485.7
583.1
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Sarasota Showdown
Division
Pro Open
Age
33
Equipment
Raw
Class
308.6
Weight
384
Squat
1003.1
Bench
578.7
Deadlift
903.9
GLP
113.47
1
WRPF
2019-11-23
American Barbell Club Open
Open
2518.8
583.62
Location
USA-FL
Competition
American Barbell Club Open
Division
Open
Age
33
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
403.2
Squat
1003.1
1036.2
1063.7
1063.7
Bench
551.2
573.2
-584.2
573.2
Deadlift
837.8
-881.8
881.8
881.8
2
USPA
2019-08-03
The Tribute
Open
2292.8
537.13
Location
USA-TX
Competition
The Tribute
Division
Open
Age
32
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
386
Squat
903.9
Bench
551.2
Deadlift
837.8
4
SPF
2018-11-10
Slingshot Record Breakers
Open
2281.8
533.37
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Slingshot Record Breakers
Division
Open
Age
32
Equipment
Wraps
Class
242.5
Weight
389.4
Squat
903.9
-1003.1
-1003.1
903.9
Bench
-518.1
573.2
-600.8
573.2
Deadlift
804.7
-859.8
804.7
1
UPA
2018-04-21
National Championships
MOR
2458.2
579.54
Location
USA-IA
Competition
National Championships
Division
MOR
Age
31
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
376.5
Squat
-1003.1
1003.1
1025.1
1025.1
Bench
523.6
551.2
-562.2
551.2
Deadlift
837.8
881.8
-903.9
881.8
1
UPA
2017-12-02
War of the Demigods
MOR
2243.2
535.39
Location
USA-IL
Competition
War of the Demigods
Division
MOR
Age
31
Equipment
Raw
Class
308.6
Weight
359.1
Squat
854.3
881.8
-903.9
881.8
Bench
501.6
523.6
523.6
Deadlift
804.7
837.8
837.8
GLP
104.78
3
ProRaw
2017-10-15
Big Dogs 2
M-OR
2375.5
563.66
Location
Australia-VIC
Competition
Big Dogs 2
Division
M-OR
Age
31
Equipment
Wraps
Weight
367.3
Squat
881.8
981.1
-1014.1
981.1
Bench
501.6
523.6
540.1
540.1
Deadlift
804.7
854.3
-903.9
854.3
1
UPA
2017-07-22
Iron Battle on the Mississippi
MOR
2403
565.11
Location
USA-IA
Competition
Iron Battle on the Mississippi
Division
MOR
Age
30
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
380.3
Squat
959
-1014.1
1014.1
1014.1
Bench
501.6
529.1
540.1
540.1
Deadlift
804.7
848.8
848.8
1
UPA
2017-01-22
Raw Powerlifting Championship
MOR
2375.5
562.09
Location
USA-IA
Competition
Raw Powerlifting Championship
Division
MOR
Age
30
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
371.3
Squat
881.8
959
1008.6
1008.6
Bench
501.6
523.6
-540.1
523.6
Deadlift
-804.7
843.3
-870.8
843.3
1
UPA
2016-07-16
Iron Battle on the Mississippi
MOR
2116.4
506.51
Location
USA-IA
Competition
Iron Battle on the Mississippi
Division
MOR
Age
29
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
355.4
Squat
854.3
-914.9
-920.4
854.3
Bench
474
512.6
-534.6
512.6
Deadlift
749.6
749.6
DQ
RPS
2016-04-23
US Open
Pro Open
Location
USA-CA
Competition
US Open
Division
Pro Open
Age
29
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
353
Bench
529.1
Deadlift
821.2
1
UPA
2016-04-16
Powerlifting Nationals
MOR
2270.8
547.02
Location
USA-IA
Competition
Powerlifting Nationals
Division
MOR
Age
29
Equipment
Raw
Class
308.6
Weight
346.6
Squat
848.8
903.9
942.5
942.5
Bench
501.6
523.6
-534.6
523.6
Deadlift
804.7
-837.8
-837.8
804.7
GLP
107.43
1
UPA
2016-01-24
Raw Powerlifting Championship
MOR
2303.8
562.16
Location
USA-IA
Competition
Raw Powerlifting Championship
Division
MOR
Age
29
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
330.3
Squat
881.8
948
981.1
981.1
Bench
474
501.6
512.6
512.6
Deadlift
744.1
810.2
-826.7
810.2
3
SPF
2016-01-16
No Retreat No Surrender
Open
2200
532.76
Location
USA
Competition
No Retreat No Surrender
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
339.8
Squat
900
Bench
500
Deadlift
800
1
UPA
2015-12-05
War of the Demigods
MOR
2155
536.34
Location
USA-IL
Competition
War of the Demigods
Division
MOR
Age
29
Equipment
Raw
Class
308.6
Weight
307.3
Squat
749.5
804.7
854.3
854.3
Bench
440.9
485
496
496
Deadlift
749.5
804.7
804.7
GLP
106.74
2
UPA
2015-11-14
Power Weekend
MOR
2221.2
552.35
Location
USA-IA
Competition
Power Weekend
Division
MOR
Age
29
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
308.2
Squat
826.7
881.8
931.5
931.5
Bench
440.9
474
-501.6
474
Deadlift
749.6
815.7
-826.7
815.7
1
WUAP
2015-10-08
World Championships
Open
1967.6
480.38
Location
USA-IL
Competition
World Championships
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
329.6
Squat
777.1
-826.7
-832.2
777.1
Bench
418.9
440.9
-463
440.9
Deadlift
705.5
749.6
-815.7
749.6
2
UPA
2015-04-18
Powerlifting National Championship
MOR
2121.9
530.16
Location
USA
Competition
Powerlifting National Championship
Division
MOR
Age
28
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
303.1
Squat
837.8
881.8
-925.9
881.8
Bench
457.5
-485
-501.6
457.5
Deadlift
749.6
782.6
-815.7
782.6
1
RUPC
2015-02-07
Raw Unity VIII
M-HW
2210.1
552.43
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Raw Unity VIII
Division
M-HW
Age
28
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
302.7
Squat
815.7
881.8
914.9
914.9
Bench
440.9
-474
485
485
Deadlift
716.5
771.6
810.2
810.2
1
IPA
2014-10-18
Ohio Grand Prix
Pro Open
2200
547.19
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Ohio Grand Prix
Division
Pro Open
Age
28
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
308
Squat
900
Bench
495
Deadlift
805
1
UPA
2014-07-19
Iron Battle on the Mississippi
MOR
2039.3
507.33
Location
USA-IA
Competition
Iron Battle on the Mississippi
Division
MOR
Age
27
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
307.8
Squat
788.2
-832.2
-854.3
788.2
Bench
440.9
474
-501.6
474
Deadlift
711
749.6
777.1
777.1
1
WUAP-USA
2014-06-28
National Powerlifting and Benchpress Championships
Open
2022.7
504.75
Location
USA-IL
Competition
National Powerlifting and Benchpress Championships
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
304.5
Squat
788.2
815.7
-837.8
815.7
Bench
424.4
451.9
474
474
Deadlift
705.5
733
-749.6
733
2
UPA
2014-02-15
Powerlifting & Bench Press National Chamionships
MOR
1907
476.16
Location
USA-IA
Competition
Powerlifting & Bench Press National Chamionships
Division
MOR
Age
27
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Weight
303.8
Squat
650.4
705.5
749.6
749.6
Bench
380.3
413.4
440.9
440.9
Deadlift
683.4
716.5
-749.6
716.5
DQ
APF
2005-03-12
Illinois State Meet
M_TCR_3_APF
Location
USA-IL
Competition
Illinois State Meet
Division
M_TCR_3_APF
Age
18
Equipment
Wraps
Class
308.6
Squat
451.9
-600.8
-617.3
451.9
Bench
319.7
352.7
-402.3
352.7
Deadlift
-501.6
-600.8
-600.8
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
Analyze Lifts
Any injuries around the spine are extremely risky and complicated. So, Dan Bell definitely needs to take his time and make sure that he is healed properly before coming back to the sport. Luckily, Bell is experienced enough to avoid making any mistakes, which should be good enough to see him back on the stage in the future.
Published: 24 April, 2023 | 11:06 AM EDT
Powerlifter Hunter Henderson Smashes 501-lb (227.2-kg) Raw Conventional Deadlift PR
Hunter Henderson is a highly inspiring and impressive personality in the fitness community, who has achieved great success in both powerlifting and bodybuilding. Despite having accomplished more than what most athletes can only dream of, Hunter Henderson still strives for more and seeks new challenges to achieve a sense of satisfaction. Recently, she managed to achieve just that by setting a new personal record in the conventional deadlift, crushing an incredible weight of 501 pounds (227.2 kilograms). This accomplishment has left her and her fans excited and motivated for what’s next to come.
Even Hunter Henderson has stated that the deadlift is her least proficient lift on a few occasions, but that only means that there is room for improvement. So, she is trying to switch things up and that includes transitioning from a sumo to a conventional stance. In addition, she has now deadlifted over 500 pounds (226.8 kilograms) with a conventional stance for the first time ever. So, Hunter was more than thrilled to share it on Instagram.
“My first time EVER pulling 500 conventional. This is so fucking cool for me? I tried a belt this week and just wore it pretty loose. It felt comfy!
It has been a long fucking time since a deadlift has excited me. Tonight was cool.”
Hunter Henderson’s new personal record (PR) of 501 pounds (227.2 kilograms) for a conventional deadlift was achieved without any assistance from supportive gear or equipment, making it a raw lift. She did, however, wear a lifting belt and used chalk to improve her grip. To reduce the range of motion and improve her balance, she also lifted without shoes. Holding onto the barbell during the lift can also be a challenge, but Hunter effectively utilized a mixed grip to complete the lift.
Watch the video here:
Related: Powerlifter Hunter Henderson Lands a 515-lb (233.6-kg) Raw Squat Three Rep PR
Hunter Henderson seems to be in her offseason currently, which might be why she is experimenting with the conventional stance on the deadlifts. She last competed at the 2023 WRPF Ghost Clash 2 two months ago. Hunter walked off with some competition PRs and a new U82.5KG All-Time Raw World Record Squat of 267.5 kilograms (589.7 pounds).
Hunter Henderson has been competing professionally in powerlifting since 2018. In these five years, she has racked up nine sanctioned performances and, very impressively, managed to win all of them. Alongside that, Hunter also scored multiple World Records.
Hunter Henderson’s Competition PRs
Squat: 267.5 kilograms (589.7 pounds) — (2023 WRPF The Ghost Clash 2)
Bench Press: 155 kilograms (341.7 pounds) — (2022 WRPF FQ Classic 2)
Deadlift: 260 kilograms (573.2 pounds) — (2021 WRPF Kern US Open)
Total: 670 kilograms (1,477.1 pounds) — (2023 WRPF The Ghost Clash 2)
Apart from her powerlifting achievements, Hunter Henderson is also a very impressive bodybuilder as well. Moreover, she even earned her IFBB Pro Card at the 2021 NPC USA Championship, and competed at one more competition after it, the 2021 IFBB Tampa Pro.
Related: Powerlifter Hunter Henderson (U82.5 kg) Scores A Huge 305 kg (672.4 lbs) All-Time Squat World Record (Raw w/Wraps)
Hunter Henderson’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
No data found…
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
No data found…
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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Crossing over to a conventional stance from sumo is definitely very difficult, but it certainly shows just how talented and strong Hunter Henderson is. It is also not clear if she will continue training in this way or if her goal was purely to set this 501-pound (227.2-kilogram) PR. Either way, Hunter will continue displaying her strength and impress the powerlifting fans.
Published: 22 April, 2023 | 1:35 PM EDT
USA Powerlifting (USAPL) Forced To Cease Doing Business in Minnesota After Transgender Policy Ruling
The USA Powerlifting (USAPL) federation was recently involved in a court hearing about their transgender inclusion policy in the state of Minnesota. Having banned transgender athletes from competing in the women’s division, USAPL found themselves under a lot of pressure from the community. In addition, they lost the court case and were ordered to “cease and desist from the unfair discriminatory practice of barring transgender female athletes from competing with other women”. However, the sanctions for the USAPL federation just got even worse, as the organization was forced to stop doing business in the state of Minnesota as well.
USAPL revealed the new information through their website on April 15th. They revealed how they revised their transgender policy and submitted it to the court, but were still banned from doing business in Minnesota. However, they believe that the judge in charge of their case misinterpreted the law and made the wrong decision. So, they will submit an appeal, which they hope will correct the situation.
“As many of you know, USA Powerlifting is involved in litigation in Minnesota involving the appropriate and fair inclusion of transgender athletes. The judge assigned to this case has ordered us to cease doing business in Minnesota even though we complied with an earlier court order by submitting a revised policy concerning male to female transgender athletes. We believe the judge has misinterpreted Minnesota law in this regard and exceeded his authority in terms of the conduct of our service to our members. We will appeal this highly unusual ruling.”
However, despite their plans to submit an appeal, USAPL will still have to suspend their activities in Minnesota for now. This means that they can’t organize competitions, other events, or sell memberships.
“However, while these proceedings play out, we are ordered to suspend competitions in Minnesota and cease selling memberships to Minnesota residents. We are investigating relocating Midwest Regionals and further information will be forthcoming.”
Apart from the written statement, the USAPL’s president, Larry Maile, also released a statement explaining the organization’s beliefs, statistics, and the process.
Watch USAPL’s video here:
Related: Lee Priest Goes Off on Trans Powerlifting Ruling: ’It’s Ridiculous’
JayCee Cooper was the athlete who filed a lawsuit against the USAPL in 2021, but only got to sigh with relief two years after. Cooper received an email in 2019 informing her that she could not participate in the women’s division of the USA Powerlifting (USAPL) federation. Following this, she decided to request protection under the Human Rights Act in order to address the issue of gender discrimination.
Transgender policies have proved to be sensitive in other federations as well. For example, in the Canadian Powerlifting Federation (CPU) anyone who states that they are a woman can compete in the women’s division. This recently resulted in an interesting situation, as Avi Silverberg, a man, entered the women’s division and broke the bench press record. Furthermore, the record which he broke was previously in possession of a transgender athlete, Anne Andres, who was present at the record-breaking performance as well.
Another federation whose transgender policies were faulty was the United States Powerlifting Association (USPA), whose rules of conduct at the time prohibited transgender athletes from competing in drug-tested competitions. Their reasoning was that hormone use was not permitted in competitions that were tested. Thus, trans people who required hormonal treatment would not be allowed to compete in these sorts of competitions.
The order to stop conducting business in Minnesota has affected the USAPL already, as they have to relocate the Central and Midwest Regionals to a different state. Based on USAPL’s stance on this matter, it seems that they will fight until the end. Therefore, the outcome of the situation remains to be seen.
Published: 20 April, 2023 | 10:17 AM EDT
Powerlifter Jamal Browner Crushes 435-kg (959-lb) Raw Conventional Deadlift PR In Training
Jamal Browner is a household name in the powerlifting community, mainly because of his mind-blowing deadlift abilities. With his mastery of the sumo stance, Jamal Browner is able to lift weights that are unfathomable to most people. However, many people also claim that sumo deadlifts are easier than conventional. So, these people also doubted Jamal’s strength. However, Jamal has decided to prove them wrong and go for a one-rep max conventional deadlift. This conventional deadlift came out to 435 kilograms (959 pounds), which is a new PR for Jamal.
Jamal Browner proudly shared his newest achievement on Instagram, silencing all the haters which can often be found in the comment section. To make it even more impressive, Jamal completed the lift in a raw manner, using only a lifting belt. The majority of people who are capable of lifting this much weight are unable to do it without the help of lifting straps. However, Jamal did not need them, as his grip strength is off the charts. This comes as a result of perfecting the hook grip through many years of powerlifting.
“Small Pr ?? but happy with how it moved!”
Watch the lift here:
Related: Powerlifter Jamal Browner Deadlifts Mind-Blowing 500-kg (1,102.3-lb) In Training
Apart from silencing the naysayers, Jamal Browner also has some other motivations to improve his conventional deadlift. He has been invited and accepted the invite for the 2023 Giants Live Deadlift World Championships. The competition belongs to a Strongman organization and will take place on September 2nd at the Cardiff International Arena, in Wales. It will feature the greatest deadlifters from the Strongman community, as well as Jamal Browner, who is much smaller and lighter compared to the other competitors.
The goal at the 2023 Giants Live Deadlift World Championships is to break the All-Time World Record, currently in possession of Hafthor Bjornsson. The 2018 WSM champion locked out 501 kilograms (1,104.5 pounds) in 2020. So, If Jamal is successful in doing so, he will receive a lucrative cash prize.
Jamal Browner is not neglecting his powerlifting career, but instead plans on achieving multiple goals at the same time. This year, he has not competed, but he may make an appearance in the near future. Overall, during his seven years as a professional powerlifter, Jamal took part in 16 sanctioned events, winning 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: Powerlifter Jamal Browner Smokes 1,003-lb (455-kg) Raw Deadlift For Two-Rep 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 will not be able to perform deadlifts with a sumo stance at the 2023 Giants Live Deadlift World Championships. However, he will have permission to use lifting straps and a deadlift suit, but that will be optional. It is not clear what his choice will be, but it is clear that when it comes to raw deadlifts, he is one of the best in the world.
Published: 19 April, 2023 | 10:53 AM EDT