State Department behind on Clinton emails release due to sheer volume, holidays

jeudi 31 décembre 2015

The State Department said Thursday that it will fall short of a court order requiring it to release 82 percent of Hillary Clinton’s emails by the end of 2015, blaming the holiday schedule the sheer number of documents involved.

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State Department behind on Clinton emails release due to sheer volume, holidays

resolutions

I had to post this in the right place. Besides I changed my resolutions!

I have been posting on the "What am I Grateful for" thread on FG. So I changed my resolution to think about what I need to be thankful for that day. I believe it will change me as long as I keep my mind clear for a few moments and thank God for what he has giving us for that day.

I take things for granted, and so I loose gratitude and I begin to have a attitude!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
resolutions

Ted Lindberg Benches 276....@84 yrs old!!!!

Here is a video of 84 year old (yes 84!) Ted Lindberg of Eden
Prairie, Minnesota. Ted competed in the Twin Cities Barbell UPA
Holiday Throwdown 2 on Dec 3, in Eagan Minnesota.
He won bench only best lifter with a 276 raw lift at 263lbs bodyweight.


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Ted Lindberg Benches 276....@84 yrs old!!!!

Donald Trump blasts Bill Clinton as 'one of the great abusers of the world'

Donald Trump launched new attacks against Bill and Hillary Clinton Wednesday as the war of words between both campaigns heated up.

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Donald Trump blasts Bill Clinton as 'one of the great abusers of the world'

Dober hoping holiday work pays off at UFC 195

Running errands all day, away from family and friends while sporting a black eye he got during his last sparring session, you would assume Drew Dober has experienced better Christmas holidays than this one. Still, just days before UFC 195, the upbeat lightweight’s trademark smile doesn’t show any signs of a looming weight cut or fists and shins flying towards his face. “I love Christmas,” Dober admits with a laugh. “I’m all about the trees and the presents and the cookies and everything else. But the lifestyle of a fighter, you’ve got to make sacrifice ... Read the Full Article Here

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Gladkikh, Sergey RAW total 655,5kg@66kg

mercredi 30 décembre 2015

Gladkikh, Sergey RAW total 655,5kg@66kg

Va. lawmaker wants to defund Gov. McAuliffe's armed guards over gun dispute

A Virginia state senator has thrown down the gauntlet with Democratic Gov. Terry McAuliffe in a brewing battle over gun rights -- pushing to defund the governor’s armed bodyguards unless he revokes an order that banned firearms in most state buildings.

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Va. lawmaker wants to defund Gov. McAuliffe's armed guards over gun dispute

The stage gets bigger, but Irish Joe stays humble

There is a natural ease about Joseph Duffy that is impossible to miss. With his area of expertise coming in the art of hand-to-hand combat, it would be easy to throw a clichéd tag like “grace under pressure” and the like to describe his personality, but even if that were the case, the larger point would still be missed.The 27-year-old Irishman has obtained a unique level of self-confidence, and knowing what he’s capable of inside the Octagon has allowed the other elements that come with a rising profile on the sport’s biggest stage to be something “Irish Jo ... Read the Full Article Here

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The stage gets bigger, but Irish Joe stays humble

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TRIXIE

Have a blessed and wonderful birthday iron woman we love u very much.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TRIXIE

Rubio fires back at Bush super PAC ad

mardi 29 décembre 2015

GOP presidential candidate Marco Rubio fired back Tuesday against a Jeb Bush super PAC ad attacking Rubio for missing an intelligence committee hearing after the Paris terrorist attacks to instead attend a campaign fundraising event in California.

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Rubio fires back at Bush super PAC ad

Ageless icon Lawler enjoying career resurgence

In the 2008 Brad Pitt film “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” the protagonist was born an old man and got younger and younger with each birthday. To hear American Top Team coach Kami Barzini tell it, the film might as well be about the UFC welterweight champion “Ruthless” Robbie Lawler. “He gets younger and younger with every fight,” Barzini said. “In all my years coaching I’ve never seen anything like it. The man has been fighting for 14 years and he trains like a newbie. His work ethic is unreal. He’s an anomaly.” &n ... Read the Full Article Here

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Ageless icon Lawler enjoying career resurgence

2nd Annual "Pig Iron Classic" Coming In April!

Enter this exciting even which will include
Leroy Walker, Al Davis, Peter Edgette and Tom Haviland and many others!
By: Josh & Noah Bryant
Event Description
2nd annual Pig Iron Classic to be held April 30, 2016 at the Ft. Worth Convention Center during the Ronnie Coleman Classic expo.


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2nd Annual "Pig Iron Classic" Coming In April!

New Rules For RPS To Take Effect In 2016

Posted By Revolution Powerlifting Syndicate
As 2015 draws to a close, I just want to announce a couple of changes that will take effect in 2016.
1. Beginning Jan 1, entries submitted by mail must be paid with a Bank/ Cashiers Check or a Money Order . Personal Checks are no longer accepted (because of the actions of some irresponsible people who put stop payments on checks when we submitted them for payment)
This only applies to the RPS Meets run by Ame & I Not all RPS meets!! We will leave the decision whether they will or will not accept personal checks up to each Individual Meet Director. Please check with them prior to submitting your entry.


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New Rules For RPS To Take Effect In 2016

Chicago mayor cuts Cuba vacation short to address weekend police shooting

Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced Monday he plans to cut his family vacation in Cuba short and return to the city to work on reforming the Chicago Police Department in wake of another deadly police shooting in which one person was killed by accident when police responded to a domestic disturbance call.

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Chicago mayor cuts Cuba vacation short to address weekend police shooting

Bonica Lough squats 530lbs x 4

lundi 28 décembre 2015

* by World Powerlifting Now facebook group
USA Powerlifting National Team member Bonica Lough (SHW) squatting 530x4. Her PR is 585 which was done this past October at Raw Nationals where she totaled 1438. The All-Time squat record (without knee wraps) according to powerliftingwatch.com regardless of federation is 615 lbs. by April Mathis.


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Bonica Lough squats 530lbs x 4

Health law reporting extension issued for employers

The Treasury Department on Monday gave employers an extension of critical reporting requirements, as it seeks to manage some of the most complicated parts of the federal health care law.

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Health law reporting extension issued for employers

Trump plots big TV ad blitz that could change campaign landscape

When Donald Trump and his team were planning his presidential campaign, they drew up a budget of $25 million for television advertising in the third quarter of this year.

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Trump plots big TV ad blitz that could change campaign landscape

The 2015 review and lessons series: Daniel Bell

dimanche 27 décembre 2015

My accomplishments include RUM, February, Deland, Florida 2210 total in wraps. Pulled off my weight class win along with the heavyweight division by coefficient with 914/485/810. Battle of the Mississippi, November Dubuque, Iowa 2221 total in wraps. After my 881 2nd attempt I went for broke and nailed a 931 squat followed by a 474 bench and a 815 pull. War of the Demi-gods December Peoria, Illinois 2154 wrap less. 854 was a huge PR for me, but my wrap-less training was never consistent. Later I managed a 496 bench and 804 pull. First time going 8 for 8 on the platform at this meet.
PLW - What were your main accomplishments and setbacks in 2015?


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The 2015 review and lessons series: Daniel Bell

King says terror threat coming from mosques, calls for better surveillance

New York GOP Rep. Peter King on Sunday called again for better surveillance of mosques in the U.S., suggesting Islamic terrorists visit them and said that critics can “cry all they want” about the tactic amounting to a civil liberties violation.

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King says terror threat coming from mosques, calls for better surveillance

The 2015 review and lessons series: Kyle Keough

It's that time of the year! We have asked some people from our powerlifting community to answer a few questions about 2015 and what they expect from 2016.
Today, we talk to Kyle Keough, a former all-time world record holder at 148 pounds and now a top-20 all-time 165-pound raw powerlifter.
PLW - What were your main accomplishments and setbacks in 2015?


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The 2015 review and lessons series: Kyle Keough

10 Best – Greatest UFC fighters of the year

It’s all come down to this – the Highly Unofficial picks for the best fighters of 2015. As always, the rule is that someone had to have fought at least twice to be considered for the list, but with so many shows, what used to be an issue is an issue no longer, as there were plenty of top performers showing what they do best in the Octagon.10 – Neil Magny Back in the same spot he was in at this time last year, Colorado’s Neil Magny continues to impress as he climbs up the welterweight ladder. One of the busiest men in the sport, Magny went 5-0 in 2014 and he kept that he ... Read the Full Article Here

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10 Best – Greatest UFC fighters of the year

Pentagon says US hit ISIS with 17 Christmas Day airstrikes

The Pentagon says the United States hit Islamic State group targets in Iraq and Syria with 17 airstrikes on Christmas Day.

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Pentagon says US hit ISIS with 17 Christmas Day airstrikes

American reporter jailed in Iran allowed to visit with family over Christmas

samedi 26 décembre 2015

The Washington Post correspondent being held by the Iranian government for more than 500 days has been allowed a Christmas Day visit with his wife and mother.

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American reporter jailed in Iran allowed to visit with family over Christmas

10 Best – Greatest UFC fights of 2015

A great fight is a perfect storm. Put two fighters together and you never know what you’ll get, but when both have the intention of making a statement against each other and the styles mesh, it becomes something more than just an athletic competition. When that happens, there’s nothing better in all of sports. Here are 10 of the best fights from 2015, as the Highly Unofficial awards season continues.10 – Gian Villante-Corey AndersonCorey Anderson’s first pro loss was a painful one, mainly due to the teeth he had to get fixed after eating a knee from Gian Villante, but s ... Read the Full Article Here

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10 Best – Greatest UFC fights of 2015

Merry Christmas From Powerlifting Watch!

We at Powerlifitng Watch would like wish everyone a safe and Merry Christmas! We would also like to thank everyone for your years of support! Thank you very much and to show our appreciation Dave and I will open the current lifter rankings from today until Dec 31st free of charge! This is a good time to check your rankings and send us any updates by using this link: lifter Meet Result Search and Update. Reg news will resume Dec 26th....
(When you add your results, please add your entire result not just the one lift that increased)
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Merry Christmas From Powerlifting Watch!

Child vaccine mandate, minimum wage hikes and more taking effect in new year

New sex ed and child vaccine mandates, higher minimum wages and relaxed pot penalties are among the new state and local laws sweeping into effect next week when the new year arrives.

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Child vaccine mandate, minimum wage hikes and more taking effect in new year

Arson reportedly suspected in blaze at Bill Clinton birthplace

vendredi 25 décembre 2015

Bill Clinton’s birthplace reportedly was damaged in a suspected arson fire early Christmas morning.

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Arson reportedly suspected in blaze at Bill Clinton birthplace

10 Best – Top UFC knockouts of 2015

The best knockout category is always the most hotly debated, simply because the number of impressive knockouts that take place in the Octagon consistently supersedes the amount of slots on lists like this. But we must carry on, and while there may not be full agreement with the top 10 knockouts of 2015, you can’t deny that these were pretty damn good.10 – Matt Dwyer-William MacarioFights have ended in the UFC by Superman Punch before, but I never understood why. It always seemed to be a maneuver that an opponent could see coming, and even if they got hit with it, everything looked ... Read the Full Article Here

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10 Best – Top UFC knockouts of 2015

Brandon Perdue 470 X 5 Bench Press

jeudi 24 décembre 2015

Brandon just started powerlifting seriously this year but is already making waves with 485 at 205
at a USA Powerlifting meet this past August!
Brandon repping out 470 at 225lbs. body-weight RAW no wraps no belt


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Brandon Perdue 470 X 5 Bench Press

Deportations under Obama plummet during second term

For the 11 million illegal immigrants in the U.S. who otherwise stay out of trouble, the chances of being deported are less than 1 percent, according to new figures released by the Department of Homeland Security.

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Deportations under Obama plummet during second term

The 2015 review and lessons series: Swede Burns

mercredi 23 décembre 2015

PLW - What were your main accomplishments and setbacks in 2015?
Swede - Well, I guess I should start with accomplishments.
I published my methodology, 5thSet for Powerlifting, which was met with critical acclaim and has since seen widespread use and success. I am beyond grateful to everyone who has adopted the system and so openly shared their achievements using it.
Writing the book and making my method accessible to such a vast audience is possibly my greatest personal accomplishment. That last part would not have been possible without the support of Dave and Traci Tate and the whole Elitefts family.


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The 2015 review and lessons series: Swede Burns

Carson suggests campaign shake-up could be coming

Republican presidential candidate Ben Carson said Wednesday he is moving toward a major shake-up of his struggling campaign, with just six weeks to go until early voting begins to select party nominees.

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10 Best – Top UFC submissions of 2015

The submission. It’s not only a way to attack in the Octagon, it can also be the great savior, the combat sports version of a two-out, bottom of the ninth home run. When done perfectly, it’s a thing of beauty. As we continue the highly unofficial awards season, here are 10 submissions from 2015 that capture just what the ground game is about in the UFC.10 – Aljamain Sterling-Takeya MizugakiAs one of the toughest and craftiest veterans in the sport, Takeya Mizugaki is not a fighter who goes away quietly. Rising bantamweight star Aljamain Sterling, in the biggest fight of his c ... Read the Full Article Here

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10 Best – Top UFC submissions of 2015

Gun, badge, flash drive among things stolen from Secret Service agent

A Secret Service confirmed Tuesday an agent’s gun, badge and flash drive were taken in broad daylight from his personal vehicle on Monday.

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Gun, badge, flash drive among things stolen from Secret Service agent

The 2015 review and lessons series: Tarra Oravec

I am a 23 year old pro powerlifter currently ranked #3 in total on PLW and #8 all-time at 181 (not sure about this because the all-time list isn’t totally updated). I have a master’s degree in social work from the University of Pittsburgh. I currently work for a human services agency in the city of Pittsburgh. I do case management with justice involved individuals who have a unique set of needs and face multiple barriers to housing, employment, education, resources, support systems, etc.
PLW - What were your main accomplishments and setbacks in 2015?


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The 2015 review and lessons series: Tarra Oravec

Emanuel Yarbrough 1964-2015

It's hard to think of a fighter who made the impression Emanuel Yarbrough did in just one UFC bout, a testament to the charisma and larger than life aura of "The Gentle Giant," who passed away on December 21 in Richmond, Virginia.He was 51."Meet the proverbial immovable object," said the voiceover on the pre-fight feature before Yarbrough's lone Octagon bout against Keith Hackney at UFC 3 in September of 1994. Standing at 6-foot-8 and weighing in at 616 pounds, New Jersey's Yarbrough was an imposing sight, but with his background in sumo wrestling, it was clear that he was an athlete, the Guin ... Read the Full Article Here

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Emanuel Yarbrough 1964-2015

Water wars could return in Northwest as Congress dams deal

mardi 22 décembre 2015

While members of Congress enjoy their holiday recess, the clock is ticking on an issue that could bring the return of an ugly water war in the West.

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Water wars could return in Northwest as Congress dams deal

California regulators propose relaxing water conservation

lundi 21 décembre 2015

California regulators on Monday proposed relaxing water conservation targets that have required communities statewide to cut use by 25 percent during historic drought.

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California regulators propose relaxing water conservation

Ten Best – The Newcomers of 2015

2015 produced one of the best rookie crops seen in the Octagon in years, and this stellar group even has a world champion in its ranks. So without further ado, let’s kick off the highly unofficial 2015 awards season today with the top newcomers of the year. 10 – Ben NguyenEveryone saw the viral video in which Ben Nguyen knocked out the fully tattooed opponent who tried to intimidate him the day before at weigh-ins, but there were still those who doubted Australia’s “Ben 10” when he stepped into the Octagon for the first time in 2015. But after a knockou ... Read the Full Article Here

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Ten Best – The Newcomers of 2015

Dennis Cornelius: Tested, Tried and True!

Drug tested lifter Dennis Cornelius has not shied away from any meet no matter the fed and test protocol! He has lifted in NASA, AAU and USA Powerlifting just to name a few. Now this powerhouse has reached a milestone in breaking a legendary lifter's total record, Konstantine Konstantinovs! Many do not realize that KK's 2,171 total at 275 raw was done in a drug tested contest. Never the less, Dennis has now reached the pinnacle of the tested 275 class! At the AAU Christmas meet in Tulsa OK, he made lifts of 825 squat, 555 bench press and pulled 795 to finish with a 2,175 total at 266!


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Dennis Cornelius: Tested, Tried and True!

Sheldon Adelson's stealth purchase: Why owning a Vegas paper shouldn't be secret

It’s downright bizarre: A newspaper struggling to figure out who its owner is. And yet that’s what unfolded at the Las Vegas Review-Journal, complete with tweets from staffers asking “who’s our daddy.”

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Sheldon Adelson's stealth purchase: Why owning a Vegas paper shouldn't be secret

The 2015 review and lessons series: Amit Sapir

dimanche 20 décembre 2015

It's that time of the year! We have asked some people from our powerlifting community to answer a few questions about 2015 and what they expect from 2016.
Today, we talk to Amit Sapir, one of the most amazing lifters not only for his numbers, but also versatility. He is a Word all time squat record holder in 3 different weight classes(181,198,220), IFBB pro bodybuilder and Former Olympic weight lifter.
PLW - What were your main accomplishments and setbacks in 2015?


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The 2015 review and lessons series: Amit Sapir

Bill sent to Michigan governor limits talk on some ballot issues

Critics are urging Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder to veto a bill that would prohibit local governments from spending money to inform the public about ballot proposals within 60 days of an election.

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Bill sent to Michigan governor limits talk on some ballot issues

Nate Marquardt: Back to What Got Him Here

Nate Marquardt knew it was going to be a rough night even before he made the walk to the Octagon to face Kelvin Gastelum at UFC 188 in June. Fighting in the high altitude of Mexico City, Marquardt just wasn’t ready for that end of the equation, which came as a shock to someone who makes his home in Denver. But this was a whole other level.“I was sick,” he said. “I had thrown up right before I walked out, but I had fought sick before. It definitely sucks, but I was also having trouble with the altitude.”There was talk of pulling him from the bout, but for the vet ... Read the Full Article Here

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Nate Marquardt: Back to What Got Him Here

"Battle of the bigs" USPA LA Fit Expo 2016 "Brandon Allen vs David Douglas

Brothers in the real world.. Enemies on the platform.. Let's load the bar and big numbers takes little numbers!! Brandon Allen and I are going to war at the USPA LA Fit Expo 2016! Bringing back what it means to earn your keep!
Brandon's Best Lifts:
Squat: 860lbs
Bench: 567lbs
Deadlift: 788lbs


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"Battle of the bigs" USPA LA Fit Expo 2016 "Brandon Allen vs David Douglas

Pentagon reportedly considering stepping up cyberattacks against ISIS

The Pentagon is considering more aggressive cyberattacks on the Islamic State’s computers in an effort to decrease its propaganda on social media and prevent potential terror attacks, according to a published report.

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Pentagon reportedly considering stepping up cyberattacks against ISIS

Orlando Talking Points: dos Anjos, Diaz and more

ORLANDO If there were any questions about the legitimacy of Rafael dos Anjos’ title reign, the champion blew them up in Orlando on Saturday night. In a stunning sequence that began with a kick to the body, along with a two-punch combo that rocked challenger Donald ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone, and ended with a ferocious barrage of punches that forced a TKO stoppage, dos Anjos proved his March destruction of former champion Anthony Pettis in March was no fluke. After the fight, dos Anjos gave props to Cerrone but wasted no time calling out “The Notorious” Conor McGregor. The I ... Read the Full Article Here

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US airstrike said to hit Iraq army unit

samedi 19 décembre 2015

An airstrike by the U.S.-led coalition fighting Islamic State hit an Iraqi army unit near Fallujah on Friday, killing or injuring 10 Iraqi soldiers, Iraq’s Defense Ministry said.

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Diaz, Johnson ready to bring it in Orlando

// ORLANDONate Diaz and Michael Johnson are two fighters at very different stages of their careers.Diaz is the grizzled veteran who has been through everything inside the Octagon during his eight-plus year UFC career. Johnson is in his prime and potentially on the doorstep of a title shot.But fortunes change quickly in the UFC and a win for Diaz puts him right back in the center of the title picture, and Johnson knows that a game Diaz presents a tough test.“It’s an incredible fight. I’m happy that Nate Diaz looks like he’s coming in shape and he’s ... Read the Full Article Here

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Shawna Mendelson in FPO/IPA Record Breakers Powerlifting Meet

Shawna Mendelson will represent the USA in the FPO/IPA Record Breakers Powerlifting Meet promoted by the FPO and the IPA in Savonlinna, Finland, January 30, 2016.
Check out her opener on this training video:


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Shawna Mendelson in FPO/IPA Record Breakers Powerlifting Meet

Krauthammer on reports Obama didn't watch enough cable TV: 'He was being sarcastic'

vendredi 18 décembre 2015

Syndicated columnist Charles Krauthammer responded Friday on “Special Report with Bret Baier” to a New York Times report that President Obama told journalists he was slow to respond to Americans’ anxiety after the attacks in Paris and San Bernardino because he “did not see enough cable television.”

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Krauthammer on reports Obama didn't watch enough cable TV: 'He was being sarcastic'

LG Sciences signs LeRoy Walker

12/08/2015 * Atlanta, Ga. Continuing in the tradition of mass, power and muscle, LG Sciences is
proud to announce the signing of American Bench Press Record holder LeRoy Walker. LeRoy has
gone undefeated in his storybook bench press career and the 2016 season is lining up to be his
biggest yet. His current mission is to become the fifth man in the history of powerlifting to bench


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LG Sciences signs LeRoy Walker

Alvey, Sarafian Set for Steel City Showdown

An all-action fight will be expected at Pittsburgh's Consol Energy Center, when middleweights Sam Alvey and Daniel Sarafian meet in a UFC Fight Night bout on Sunday, Feb. 21.Entertaining in and out of the Octagon, former Ultimate Fighter competitor Alvey has emerged victorious in three of his last four bouts, with each win over Dylan Andrews, Cezar Ferreira and Dan Kelly coming by way of knockout. Brazil's Sarafian, an aggressive battler who was a finalist on the first season of TUF Brazil, is coming off a stoppage of Antonio dos Santos in his return to 185 pounds in December of 2014.The card ... Read the Full Article Here

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Bernie Sanders group feeling 'Berned' over library snub

The Milwaukee Public Library is feeling the Bern over a campaign booking controversy.

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Billy Toledo wins in his weight class on his first powerlifting meet (USPA NORCAL Championships)

jeudi 17 décembre 2015

Published on Dec 14, 2015
Billy Toledo lifted in his first USPA powerlifting meet in Merced CA this weekend 12/12/2015. He had a very good Meet with a #330 squat #259 Bench and a #423 deadlift totaling #1013 in the #148 open weight class (first place).


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Billy Toledo wins in his weight class on his first powerlifting meet (USPA NORCAL Championships)

Myles Jury determined to walk own path in new division

If 2015 has proved one thing, it’s that Myles Jury is a young man who doesn’t do anything quite like anyone else.“I think that's a good thing,” Jury laughs. “I don't want to be like everybody else. It's my path, my journey, so I'm making decisions that I feel are best for me and my close, core group. That's the way I like to roll the dice in this game. When you hear “roll the dice,” there’s a gambler’s component to such a statement, but the 27-year-old has made his risks as calculated as possible.But any time you make a move in t ... Read the Full Article Here

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Gary Hunter Jr Pulls 500 at 132 in Training!

Preparing for the USPA San Antonio in January 2016, 132 pound competitor maxed out at Metroflex Austin gym and pulled 500 raw! This has been a dream lift for Gary for the last 5 yrs. No telling what he may pull this January as he may be planning on lifting in singleply.


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Gary Hunter Jr Pulls 500 at 132 in Training!

CNN pushed the candidates into fighting, and that's why the debate mattered

The charge against Wolf Blitzer and company is that they tried to get the Republican presidential candidates to argue with each other.

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CNN pushed the candidates into fighting, and that's why the debate mattered

Stinn Breaks World Record; Three Gold for Locals

mercredi 16 décembre 2015

* by Marc Smith - 09 December 2015 13:24
Moose Jaw's Rhaea Stinn had a spectacular day last week at the Commonwealth Powerlifting Championships in Richmond, B.C., setting a new Open Classic World Record.
The local powerlifter had planned on attempting the world record squat at two previous events, but an injury prevented that from happening. With no injuries this time around, Stinn was able to accomplish her goal, completing the 187-kilogram squat to set the mark.


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Canada PM Trudeau calls Trump's rhetoric ignorant

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Wednesday U.S. presidential front-runner Donald Trump's rhetoric on Muslims is ignorant and irresponsible.

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Danny Castillo fighting back after recent slide

mardi 15 décembre 2015

Having lost three straight while registering just a single victory in his last five appearances, it would be understandable if veteran lightweight Danny Castillo was feeling stressed and under pressure heading into action this weekend in Orlando, but that’s not the case.Rewarded with a new contract following his most recent appearance, the long-time Team Alpha Male member has enjoyed preparing for Saturday’s preliminary card showdown with Nik Lentz and plans on instantly showing why keeping him around was the right decision.BREAKDOWN: See how the stats shape up for Castillo vs. Len ... Read the Full Article Here

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Tom Finn 1,923 Raw at 242

Tom Finn totaled 1923 Raw no wraps @ 220 at the RPS Holly Jolly meet!
This total puts him into the current number 2 spot on the current raw rankings!
He went 655.75 in the squat, 523.5 in the bench and 744.0 for a total of 1,923 pounds!
( Numbers converted and rounded properly)


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What Democratic race? Hillary coverage fades as GOP dominates the media

As we're swimming in speculation about Trump, Cruz, Rubio, Carson, Jeb and company on the eve of Tuesday’s Las Vegas debate, this question arises:

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What Democratic race? Hillary coverage fades as GOP dominates the media

Chakera Holcomb.. Awesome New Comer!


What an astonishing performance from Chakera in her very first powerlifting meet!!! Weighing in at 181 pounds she made a 501 pound number two ranked squat in the current raw w/wraps rankings. She benched 303 to ranked 2nd on bodyweight and she pulled 523 for another 2nd ranked lift. She made these lifts at the SPF Merry Gainzmas meet in Texas.


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Chakera Holcomb.. Awesome New Comer!

With rise in polls, Cruz becomes potential Trump target in Tuesday's GOP debate

The once-friendly rivalry between Ted Cruz and Donald Trump is getting edgy as the Texas senator cuts into the business mogul’s lead, setting up a potential showdown in their GOP presidential primary debate Tuesday.

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UFC GYM announces international expansion in Australia

UFC GYM, the fast-growing franchise that combines mixed martial arts (MMA) and fitness, today announced the continued expansion of its global footprint across Australia. Following the enormous success of UFC 193: ROUSEY vs. HOLM at Etihad Stadium in Melbourne, which marked the highest attended event in UFC history, UFC GYM has partnered with Ultimate Franchising Group to expand the brand throughout the continent.Since debuting in 2009, UFC GYM has opened more than 135 locations throughout the United States, Australia and Canada. The fitness franchise has continued to grow at a rapid ... Read the Full Article Here

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UFC GYM announces international expansion in Australia

Kathy Johnson squatting 470lbs

lundi 14 décembre 2015


"My wife Kathy Johnson squatting in gear for the first time in about 15 months. She is also 6 month post pregnancy with our first child Freya. So realistically she has only been training for 3 months. This video is Kathy squatting 470lbs. She is getting ready to prep for Laura Phelps Pro/Am coming up in April."


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