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Great Article about the WABDL’s own Karen Campbell

courtesy of Bangor Daily News — WINTERPORT, Maine — The growth Karen Campbell has seen in her powerlifting over the years has been incremental, but after recently setting a world record in the bench press she insists that seeing even the slightest amount of improvement is encouraging. “When you get close to your max, baby

Dr. Fred Hatfield – aka “Dr. Squat”

18MayRonL

click photos for larger versions The sporting world lost a legend this last week when Dr. Fred Hatfield died. Fred was born October 21, 1942, in Williamsport, Massachusetts and died May 14, 2017, in Clearwater, Florida. He was a nationally ranked gymnast and pole-vaulter and participated in juggling and acrobatic shows. He also ran cross

WABDL Lifter Jeff Mumaw Wins Bodybuilding Title

1AprilRonL

written by Ron L’Huillier 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

In Memory of Dr. Gilbert “Guy” Powell ~1969 – 2017

10MarchRonL

Guy Powell passed away unexpectedly on February 19, 2017. Guy was a devoted father, husband, principal, mentor and athlete. Guy spent many years competing in the world of powerlifting. Aside from his family, powerlifting was his truest love. Over the years Guy faced obstacles of injury and serious illness, many times reluctantly forcing him away

Jeff Magruder – Born: ~September 5, 1953 in Mineche, Germany – Died ~February 24, 2017 in Tacoma, Washington

1MarchRonL

by Gus Rethwisch I have been in the sport for 45 years and I feel Jeff Magruder was the greatest bencher of all time. At 240 lbs., Jeff did a 640 raw bench. At 220 lbs, he did a 560 raw bench press. Jeff did a 661 lb. raw bench in the gym weighing 246

Beyond the Game: High school weightlifting program transforms special needs students

21FebruaryRonL

We have many outstanding lifters in the WABDL, but our federation is also full of outstanding individuals. Eddie Morgan is both. He is a World Champion lifter, but more importantly he is an outstanding human being. TRUMANN, Ark. (KATV) — In a small northeast Arkansas town like Trumann, it can be especially difficult to raise

Please hold Harry and Dolores (Garcia) Munroe high in your hearts and prayers

20FebruaryRonL

~by Jill Porter WABDL Family: Please hold Harry and Dolores (Garcia) Munroe high in your hearts and prayers. Below is what Dolores posted on her FB page, so many of you may have seen this, but for those who have not they are in order from what she posted first until today: Feb 10th –

G. Jeffrey Thornton ~Born 1948, ~Died 2016

15FebruaryRonL

Born in 1948 and died in 2016. Jeff worked for the Phoenix, Arizona VA and was one of the top experts in the country in helping veterans get off of drugs due to war trauma. He also helped with civilians who were addicted to drugs. He served in the Marine Corp in Vietnam and was

Roy Max Kahn ~Born 1922, ~Died 2016

15FebruaryRonL

Roy was from Oakland, California and was born in 1926. He died in 2016 – he was 90 years old. He lifted in WABDL for a short time. He left a lasting impression with his spirted platform demeanor. He had the energy and enthusiasm of a man much younger. He holds the WABDL California State

Jim Nickerson of Medford, Oregon ~Born November 19, ~1970 Died January 14, 2017

15FebruaryRonL

click pic for larger version Jim Nickerson of Medford, Oregon Born November 19, 1970 Died January 14, 2017 Jim Nickerson died in a fire at his home on January 14, 2017. He saved his wife and niece by getting them out of the burning house. He went back in to get their dogs and

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Great Article about the WABDL’s own Karen Campbell

Dr. Fred Hatfield – aka “Dr. Squat”

WABDL Lifter Jeff Mumaw Wins Bodybuilding Title

In Memory of Dr. Gilbert “Guy” Powell ~1969 – 2017

Jeff Magruder – Born: ~September 5, 1953 in Mineche, Germany – Died ~February 24, 2017 in Tacoma, Washington

Beyond the Game: High school weightlifting program transforms special needs students

Please hold Harry and Dolores (Garcia) Munroe high in your hearts and prayers

G. Jeffrey Thornton ~Born 1948, ~Died 2016

Roy Max Kahn ~Born 1922, ~Died 2016

Jim Nickerson of Medford, Oregon ~Born November 19, ~1970 Died January 14, 2017