NIKE 1972 Power Bar Named Bench Press Bar for 2026 American Pro
The countdown to the 2026 American Pro is on, and the buzz is only growing as the big event approaches. That buzz can now be magnified as the premiere powerlifting…
Stronger Together: Leonetta Richardson and Susan Salazar’s Powerlifting Legacy
Leonetta Richardson and Susan Salazar have accepted invitations to compete at the 2026 American Pro, taking place August 8 in Richmond, Virginia. More than a decade after the only time they previously shared a platform - the two will step onto the same stage once again - this time as Salazar celebrates her 50th trip around the sun. For fans in attendance, it represents a rare and meaningful convergence of legacy, longevity, and mutual respect
Melanie Jones Recaps Her Three-year Odyssey To Deadlifting 500 Pounds
Any lifter or athlete knows the feeling of setting a lofty goal and pursuing it for a long time. If the person in question is fortunate and put in the work necessary, they also know the feeling of achieving that goal. That process may be three to six months or even a year or longer. Imagine taking three years to make that aspiration a reality.