Powerlifter Jessica Buettner might be one of the sport's current household names. She again showed why during a commanding performance at the 2022 Canadian Powerlifting Union (CPU) Nationals. On ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Shahram Saki Squats 510 Kilograms, More Than the Raw W/Wraps All-Time World Record, in Training
When it comes to lifting incredible amounts of weight, Shahram Saki should get comfortable in the spotlight. The Iranian powerlifter's latest mark might be his most outstanding strength achievement ... Continue Reading
71-Year-Old Powerlifter Shelly Stettner Squats 235 Pounds for a 3×3 PR
With her latest strength feat, some might point to Shelly Stettner as a consummate example of perseverance. On May 10, 2022, the 71-year-old athlete squatted 106.6 kilograms (235 pounds) for a three-set, ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Julius Maddox Hits 361-Kilogram (796-Pound) Bench Press For PR
When it comes to the bench press, only one other lifter can match Julius Maddox's unique mix of strength and focus. On May 10, 2022, the powerlifter again showed why he's one of the top two bench pressers ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Phillip Herndon Squats 410 Kilograms (904 Pounds) W/Wraps During Training
Squatting 400-plus-kilograms isn't new territory for Phillip Herndon. But two months out from his next competition, on May 9, 2022, the powerlifter posted a 410-kilogram (904-pound) squat in training, ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Marissa Wilson Captures a 260.8-Kilogram (575-Pound) 2-Rep Squat for a PR
On May 3, 2022, Marissa Wilson stepped into the squat rack and showed off impressive strength on the compound lift. During the training session, the powerlifter squatted an incredible 260.8 kilograms (575 ... Continue Reading
Watch Powerlifter Jesus Olivares Smash a 417.3-Kilogram Squat (920-Pound) During Training
On April 26, 2022, Olivares showed why he's someone to watch in the powerlifting sphere when the 23-year-old locked out a 417.3-kilogram squat (920-pound) with ease during a training session. Takes 100% ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Danny Grigsby Crushes a 437.2-Kilogram (964-Pound) Deadlift for 2 Reps
On April 24, 2022, Danny Grigsby deadlifted 437.2 kilograms (964 pounds) for two reps during training. The mark is the latest in a growing line of a recent deadlift progression for the ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Krzysztof Wierzbicki Locks Out a 490-Kilogram Deadlift (1,080 Pounds) During Training
On roughly April 20, 2022, the Polish powerlifter pulled an incredible 490-kilogram deadlift (1,080 pounds) during a training session. Notably, Wierzbicki appeared to pull the weight without a lifting belt ... Continue Reading
Tamara Walcott Notches 151.95-Kilogram Bench Press (335 Pounds) for 2 Reps
Roughly four years ago, at the age of 34, Tamara Walcott began competitive powerlifting. Ever since, as one of the sport's rising names, she's more than made up for any perceived lost time. On April 7, ... Continue Reading
Bench Press World Record Holder Julius Maddox Smashes a 775-Pound Squat in Training
Since he began his career in 2015, Julius Maddox has made a name for himself by lifting staggering amounts of weight with the bench press. While training recently, it was his squat that drew the attention ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Tiffany Chapon Exceeds Total & Squat World Records While Training
In a budding career, powerlifter Tiffany Chapon continues to show she is well on her way. On April 4, 2022, the French-born athlete — who competes in the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) at 47 ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Russell Orhii Grinds Out a Deadlift PR of 345 Kilograms (760.6 Pounds) in Training
It seems any time everyone looks over to powerlifter Russell Orhii, he's lifting staggering amounts of weight. On March 31, 2022, Orhii again demanded attention by pulling a 345-kilogram (760.6-pound) raw ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Tamara Walcott’s Next Competition Will Be the 2022 WRPF American Pro
It didn't take long for powerlifter Tamara Walcott to make a name for herself in the competitive scene. Since starting her career in 2018, she has won seven of the eight competitions she has participated ... Continue Reading
How I Got Started in Competitive Powerlifting (Athlete Journal 1)
Welcome Breaking Muscle readers! My name is Ryan Seaver, and I am here to share my training as a novice powerlifter. To start off, I'll tell you a bit about myself and how I found powerlifting. My ... Continue Reading
