Ron Ringewold (aka Papa Smurf) recently competed at the WABDL World Cup in Wisconsin Dells, WI on April 9, 2016. Ron came out of retirement at 80 years young and broke the WABDL Master Men 80-84 World Deadlift Record @ 181 with this 364.8 lbs 2nd attempt. The prior record was set way back in
The 2016 WABDL® Schedule of Events has been updated as of March 8, 2016. I believe the only change is that the WABDL® Texas State Bench Press and Dead Lift Championships (Tiny’s Meet) has been moved from May to June 11. It is wise to keep an eye on the Calendar and Schedule of Events
The All-Time Lists have been updated. If you see an incorrect or missing link please let me know on the WABDL Facebook Group Page, however if you see an issue with the actual data please contact the WABDL Secretary or Gus. Thank you!
Lifters there has been some confusion about push-pull rules. Please click thru to review the push pull rules (also available on the ‘Membership-Rules & Gear‘ page. Push Pull Rules
Gus called to mention the entry form for the 2016 WABDL ®- NORTH AMERICAN BENCH PRESS AND DEAD LIFT CHAMPIONSHIPS scheduled for March 12, 2016 in Portland, OR may have an incorrect deadline to get the special hotel rate. The deadline is February 11, 2016. After this time regular hotel rates will apply, which is significantly
It is with a heavy heart that the WABDL announces the passing of one of its’ own. Virginia Cornelius, James Greene’s mother passed away recently. She has competed in the Missoula, Montana meet and set state and world records. Her state records still stand. She has been James’ biggest fan ever since his first meet thirty
The 2016 Schedule of Events PDF document available on the Schedule page has been updated to reflect changes to the WABDL® – 911 Memorial Bench Press and Dead Lift Championships.
By: Tom Wylie – MTN News – KRTV GREAT FALLS, MT By day you’ll find Allen Heisler on the second floor of the Columbus Center in Great Falls working his full-time job as an outreach manager for the non-profit Student Assistance Fund. “It keeps me busy,” said Heisler. “Our mission is to provide knowledge and tools