Papa Smurf Sets New World Record at 80 Years Young

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

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WABDL® 2016 Schedule of Events Has Been Updated As of March 8

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

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The All-Time Lists have been updated

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!

Push-Pull Rules

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

Kari Pöntinen – WABDL Worlds 2015 – Click to view video

Click thru to see this awesome video of Kari competing at Worlds 2015 (also available on the Video page).

New Deadline for Special Hotel Rates for 2016 WABDL ®- NORTH AMERICAN BENCH PRESS AND DEAD LIFT CHAMPIONSHIPS

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

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James R. Greene Honors His Mothers Memory by Lifting for Reps

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

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Venue Change for WABDL® – 911 Memorial Bench Press and Dead Lift Championships – Aug 6, 2016

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.

Athlete of the Week: Great Falls WABDL lifter Allen Heisler

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

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WABDL Worlds Live Stream was watched in 32 countries & all 50 US States

From David Palmer The final stats have been run and this year the WABDL Worlds Live Stream was watched in 32 countries, all 50 us states, 33,613 streams bringing the average of viewers right at 8,000 for the week. The internet connection was solid with zero complaints from viewers. It does not get much better

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