WABDL Lifter Jeff Mumaw Wins Bodybuilding Title

written by Ron L’Huillier
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Jeff Mumaw

I’ve never understood bodybuilding. I’ve always thought why lift weights if your main goal is not to get stronger (not to say there aren’t some incredibly strong bodybuilders). I do however respect the discipline and work ethic, not to mention the courage it must take to stand on the stage in basically your underwear.

It is difficult enough to compete in Powerlifting at a high level, let alone competing, and excelling in Powerlifting and Bodybuilding at the same time.

Meet WABDL lifter Jeff Mumaw. Jeff recently took first place in the ANBF Natural Classic V in Riverview, MI (March 15, 2017).

Jeff is also an accomplished Powerlifter. He holds 16 State records across 4 federations (WABDL, APA, AAPF, and USAPL) in both the squat and deadlift. He is 55 years old, and will be pulling at the WABDL WI Dells meet next weekend (April 8, 2017), hoping for a deadlift close to 500 at 165.

Jeff has had 3 shoulder surgeries, 4 knee surgeries, and a hip replacement less than 3 years ago. Surgeon’s have told Jeff many times his career in the iron game is over. He has proven them wrong time and time again, He continues to defy the odds. Much respect.

Note: Jeff is a project manager and resides in Grand Rapids, MI.