No dance video today. I got something else to celebrate. For a while I’ve had issues getting a decent night of sleep on a mattress over 10 years old. Toward the end of March, I decided to bite the bullet and purchase a new one that was going to meet my needs. Remember imma big boy in need of support. It’s been amazing. I haven’t woken up in pain or had the sweats. That’s not the main thing I’m happy about. For first time in my adult life, I’ve stuck with my plan. IT IS PAID OFF! I budgeted heavily and paid off 1400 bucks in less than two months ☺️. I’m super proud of myself because I usually let these type of linger for years, stretching beyond my means . Now I just need to tackle this student loan 😨. I hope you all have a great weekend. === #iam1stphorm #americanrawfitness #sleep #bedroom #bed #mattress #financialresponsibility #money #motivation #goodvibes #happy #happylife #recovery #rest
Chris, thank you for everything you have done and continue to do for myself and so many others. You are one of the most selfless, hard working, and humble people I have ever met. - As a former gym owner I know how hard it is in that industry and the community you have built at @americanraw_fitness is just a testament to the leader and person you are. - While you do run an amazing gym you are also one hell of a coach. In the 10 months we have worked together I have hit numbers on all 3 lifts that I never even imagined I’d touch, and now I’m hungry for more. It’s been such a fun ride so far and the beauty is we are just getting started, let’s keep it rolling homie! . . . 📸 - @t_jay182
Within two weeks, I’m back down to my competition weight from three months ago. How ironic…🤔 === Down 16lbs 😎 Photographer: @sickshotz_ === #1stphorm #americanrawfitness #kindafitkindafat #powerlifting #weightloss #weightlissjourney #goodvibes #motivation #focused #thicc #single
Very proud of my girl @jordinoeee going 9/9 on the platform yesterday hitting 2 new lifetime PR’s and winning best female lifter! - It’s always a fun time coaching this girl because she is so damn strong, does the work no questions asked, and always shows up on game day! I think I speak for everyone saying the powerlifting platform is where you belong and I can’t wait to see what numbers you put up next time! Love you ❤️ - Also thanks to everyone who came out to support her, it means the world. Lastly, thank you @cknight.ar @americanraw_fitness @wrpfarizona for putting on a hell of a meet as they always do! . . . #powercouple #shestrongstrong #powerlifting #pr #chandleraz #gilbertaz #mesaaz #hypecrew #americanrawfitness #wrpf
Came and Conquered(kinda 😝) (2nd) MEET RECAP 👇🏾 Completed my first @thewrpf meet and it’s safe to say I’m staying with this federation. It feels like home already. 🥰 I didn’t quite conquer. My goal was to go 9/9 and I went 6/9, but hey, you win some, lose some, and hopefully learn along the way. I know I sure learned a thing or two today. I did however manage to get 1st in my class and earn a medal, which is super cool. 😁 Don’t wanna do a super long meet Recap, but I’m happy with today. I pushed hard…shooooot, I went through 2 preps/2 meets in a span of 5 months…that’s a lot! 😮💨 I’m proud of the grit I showed and the grinds I endured. I’m so grateful to God, my coach @cknight.ar and the AR community/family I have been blessed with @americanraw_fitness Thank you to all involved in today’s meet that work bts to make these meets move smoothly! 😁Firstly, to @thewrpf @wrpfarizona for running such an awesome meet, and Coach for holding it at our home @americanraw_fitness @katiehambergler congrats on your first meet co-directing, you’re a beast! @anderchuck_ cool meeting and seeing you in person, @bruh_lifts so happy I finally got to do a meet with you as a judge, you’re such a hype woman, @tongan_david99 and @emilycanacakos it’s an honor being spotted by you both, thank you for hyping me up and reminding me to stay with the grind on lifts, y’all are G’s! 🙌🏾 ☺️ So many more were involved in today’s meet, including those who supported as spectators, my love @antidoron_enjoyer and my girl(long time no see sis) @mycoachmyra (sorry, IG cut off part of your head) thank you very much…it truly takes a village! 🙏🏾 ☺️ 💜 Til next time. For now we rest, recover, take a hot epsom salt bath, sleep extra, and it’s back to reality(as @gloriagaspar24 so kindly reminded me of earlier 🤣) Ig this was still long haha 🤣 😅 #powerliftingcompetition #recap #anothaone #didathing #powerlifting #americanrawfitness #wrpf #wrpfarizona #powerliftingwomen #powerlifter #powerliftergirls #fyp #az #azliving #femalepowerlifter #rawpowerlifter #trainhard #dontquit #azgirlsdoitbetter #pushyourself #pushpastyourlimits #growth #☦️
For every win, there’s many losses! 😤🥲 Finished my last week of Peak last week and boy oh boy! 😮💨 This prep took a lot out of me. Between life, wedding planning, and pushing and fighting through my first Great Lent, which is still going lol, to say these past few months were tough, would be the understatement of the year! 🤣 😮💨 That first slide was a tough day for me. I cried heavy before and after that lift, but not solely because of the lift. I struggle with rest. God has really helped me to slow down, relax, and to remember to focus on His peace. That bench day was a tough one and took a serious load out of me, but on the other side I’m much stronger and am happy with those supposed “losses.” Regardless of the trials and tribulations, small or gigantic, which our Lord promised we’d face MANY…I still made it through, only by His grace, mercy, and love! ☦️🙏🏾😌 This week is SBDs, imma rest up and recover hella, then bring my best to the platform this Sunday, April 14th, for my 2nd meet ever, but my first meet with @americanraw_fitness @wrpfarizona @thewrpf 6 DAYS OUT. LETS GET IT! 😤 Swipe to the last slide to see where I’d rather be #inthecountry Glory to God! ☦️🙏🏾😌 #monday #prep #meetprep #powerlifting #powerlifter #orthodoxpowerlifter #gymlifestyle #pushpullgrind #godholdsmetogether #peacebestill #pushyourlimits #growth #strength #powerliftergirls #fyp #gym #trainhard #stronggirls #azliving #gilbertaz #americanrawfitness #strengthbeyondnumbers #orthodoxlifter #liftheavy #consistency #patience #perseverance #godlovesyou #☦️
Posted @withregram • @spartaninvitational All 🔥 matchups @emmanuelsegura91 vs @az245gunfighter Saturday March 9th live @dosgringosaz #vanquishmmajiujitsu #payson #az #jiujitsu #spartaninvitational #bjj #arizona #americanrawfitness #bjjcops
It’s time to get down to business. I’ve got approximately 39 weeks until nationals and there’s a lot that needs to be done. First thing, I don’t want to compete in the 140kg weight class. The main reason why I started doing powerlifting was to have something to hold me accountable and drive my weight loss. I would love to hover between the top of 100kg and 110kg (I’m thinking 225-235lbs outside of comp). That’s the end goal for some time next year. This year, I’m setting the goal for 260lbs. However, I know that strength can be lost while dropping weight. So I want to take things slow. I’m going to spilt this prep into two phases. 1st 19 weeks is going a “powerbuilding” phase to work on some foundational strength and mechanics. I have a lot of bad habits to unlearn. Plus I want to increase the strength of my feet and core. That should take me all the way to June 3. At that point I will need to decide if I’m strong enough to compete at the national level along with the necessary funding (this sport is getting expensive). If so, then I’m going talk with one of the coaches at AR to see if they’d be willing to coach me for the 20 weeks after that. Plus I would want them at meet to handle me, so I gotta factor in that cost 😎. Anywho, 1st workout starts today. 🏋🏾♂️ Let’s have some fun. - Weight Today: 303.5lbs Pictures are from Dec 31, 2023 when I was 300.5lbs. Last picture is what I want to get back to but with a bit more moooocles 🤣 - #iam1stphorm #americanrawfitness #wrpfarizona #wrpf #evolveai #powerlifting
I know I'm late, don't look at me🫣 2024 WRPF Southwest Regional Championship. Man this was a hell of a meet to come back to after five years of not competing, prep was a shit show to say the least🤣. I got injured pretty much back to back and then got sick about 3 weeks out, but I powered through and stepped my ass on that platform. This one was more than just a comeback meet, my dad died in Dec.2021, and on Jan 14th we went home to spread his ashes. I carry him with me everywhere, and everyday I try to be a better man through some of what I learned from him. Big love to my brother @sucio_liftz, the titan singlet is actually his from his first meet, I've been rolling with him since 2017 and if not for him I wouldn't be here now. Big thank you to my coach @cknight.ar, without your amazing training and dedication I wouldn't have been able to step out there in the first place. You welcomed a group of strangers into your home and I couldn't be more thankful. The boys, thank you for always believing in me, even when I was beating myself up and being stupid you guys kept me on track and my head in the shit. I can always count on y'all to steer me in the right direction. My beautiful partners for patching me up and taking care of me❤️ My brother @coldfirewolf is my constant, and y'all may be seeing him soon👀 My @americanraw_fitness family it was a pleasure competing with y'all and watching you do the damn thing, I'm excited to see where y'all go from here. Tha k you @_kategibson_ for getting these @anderchuck_ @wrpfarizona you always put on a hell of a meet and I'm glad I got to compete in one finally. Squat: 250kg/551.1lbs Bench: 160kg/352.7lbs Deads: 300kg/661lbs 317kg/ 700lbs 🔴🔴⚪ # #gainz #strongertogether #lifting #wrpf #wrpfaz #powerlifting #powerlifter #azgyms #phoenixgyms #liftevil #fitspo #power #strength #strongman #community #family #inspiration #bodybuilding #fitness #azpowerlifting #wrpfpowerliftingaz #ctfletcher #ironaddict #brothersofpowerlifting #americanraw #americanrawfitness
Calm down ladies, he's spoken for. @thejacobhawes #gainz #strongertogether #lifting #wrpf #wrpfaz #powerlifting #powerlifter #azgyms #phoenixgyms #liftevil #fitspo #power #strength #strongman #community #family #inspiration #bodybuilding #fitness #azpowerlifting #wrpfpowerliftingaz #gym #gymphotography #photography #americanraw #americanrawfitness
2024 WRPF SW Regionals Recap 💪🏾 Given all of my setbacks during this prep, I’m super proud of my performance during this competition. I was so worried about my deadlift grip. It came through tho 🔥. A big thank you to the entire @americanraw_fitness family for the training tips and cheering me on 😍. I know I’ve been a bit shy in the gym, but I’m starting to warm up to y’all. Today marks my 1 year anniversary training there. @anderchuck_ , @maxxbpower , and @wrpfarizona thanks for putting together an amazing event. The venue was super dope! @aleksloncarr - Thank you having me bring the rack position in during my squat along with various cues for my lifts. @thejacobhawes - Thank you for the motivating pep talks back stage. We’ll have to schedule a dance battle at some point. @cknight.ar - Thank you for giving me an awesome place to train, holding those amazing seminars at AR, and giving me those cues before my last deadlift attempt. @emilycanacakos - Thank you for helping me figure out my squat and deadlift attempts. Also I’m pretty good at blocking things out during my lifts. Out of everyone cheering, I heard you loud and clear 😆👊🏾. Family / Friends - I’m very grateful that my parents got the chance to come out again to see me compete, given the craziness with the weather in Chicago. I appreciate every single one of you that showed up in person and those that watched the stream. I got so many messages and my group chat was popping off 😆. Lastly, special shout out to the bestie @jextxaime @trilldollabill, @loganmarksphoto @robert_contreras_fitness for dealing with my moody/grumpy emotions throughout this prep. I love yall to the moon and back. Incoming Nationals 👀 630kg / 1389 Total === Squat 1st - 205kg / 452lbs ⚪️⚪️⚪️ 2nd - 215kg / 474lbs ⚪️⚪️⚪️ PR 3rd - 227.5kg / 501lbs ⚪️⚪️⚪️ PR - Bench Press 1st - 145kg / 320lbs ⚪️⚪️⚪️ 2nd - 152.5kg / 336lbs ⚪️⚪️⚪️ 3rd - 160kg / 353lbs ⚪️⚪️⚪️ Comp PR - Deadlift 1st - 225kg / 496lbs ⚪️⚪️⚪️ Comp PR 2nd - 242.5 / 535lbs 🔴🔴⚪️ (a lil hitch) 3rd - 242.5 / 535lbs ⚪️⚪️⚪️ Comp PR === #iam1stphorm #americanrawfitness #wrpfarizona #powerlifting #regionals #motivation #goodvibes #happy #success #mentalhealth
Big gorl day 🥳 went 8/9 at the WPF Southwest Regionals. 330lbs/150kg squat. 165lbs/75kg bench; in typical Hillary fashion I missed 170.5lbs/77.5kgs but you know what, I never claimed to be a bench specialist 💃🏻 374lb/170kgs deadlift. Totaled 869/395kg and a 391 DOTS. My squat and deadlift are the first platform PRs I’ve had since 2021 and it’s been frustrating to say the least. But we keep coming back cause we love lift. I feel like I have a million people to thank for today but the two super stars were @carlossanudo and @bruh_lifts. Britt came into being my coach with 11 weeks out and having never worked with me and put together a phenomenal peak for me. I can’t say enough about who Britt is and how she is as a coach but we’re all lucky she’s here. She’s a baddie and I hope I can be half the human she is. Carlos supporting me the last 11 weeks, taking time out of his day to wrap me, and then handle me. I wouldn’t want to compete with anyone else but you. Thank you for believing in me everyday. Thank you to @desertviking92 and @ericadellinger for making the drive up from Tucson. And thank you @maxxbpower for existing. To everyone at @americanraw_fitness who have welcomed my socially anxious and awkward self into your gym 🫶🏻 it’s our gym now bby. #wrpf #wrpfarizona #rawwithwraps #edcohan #girlswhopowerlift #arizonapowerlifting #liftevil #smoketren #cancelnattyculture #flagnorfail #handleyourshit #bruhlifsathlete #powerbelly #americanrawfitness #conventionalqueen #animalpak #animal #southwestregionals #zksports
Alright peeps we’re one week out from my 2nd powerlifting meet. Start time for my session is at 2:00pm. I’ll be in flight C. If you want to attend, It’s at the Sunkist Warehouse located on 254 W Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85210. Spectator tickets are 20 bucks. There will be a live stream link that I’ll post that morning. Wish me luck 😎 === #iam1stphorm #americanrawfitness #wrpfarizona #powerlifting #motivation #goodvibes
Biggest week this prep and boy howdy did I come into it READY. 360lb deadlift. Has NEVER moved like this. 162lb & 168lb bench. I haven’t touched anything this heavy on bench since 2021. 325lb squat is an all time personal best 🥲. Big thanks to everyone who’s hyped me up this week especially @carlossanudo who has to watch me cry when I’m overwhelmed but still executing the plan. Can’t wait for next weekend 😈 #wrpf #wrpfarizona #rawwithwraps #edcohan #girlswhopowerlift #arizonapowerlifting #liftevil #smoketren #cancelnattyculture #flagnorfail #handleyourshit #bruhlifsathlete #powerbelly #americanrawfitness #4thavegym #conventionalqueen #animalpak #animal
Big gorl week. Deadlift 335 with some back downs at 320 that made me question my decisions in life. Social construct of 149 for some pauses before 160. Me and squats are heating up. 310 for a single. You can tell the second Helena by My Chemical Romance came on by the look on my face during my back downs at 270. Anyways. Two weeks until go time 😁 #wrpf #wrpfarizona #rawwithwraps #edcohan #girlswhopowerlift #arizonapowerlifting #liftevil #smoketren #cancelnattyculture #partyshark #flagnorfail #handleyourshit #bruhlifsathlete #americanrawfitness #4thavegym #emosnotdead
I’m so proud of my body and what it has allowed me to do this week. 🚂 dump or whatever the gen z kids say. Obnoxious about how chaotic my work life is and how hard it is to train after having flown for 16hrs and a mandatory timeout. But I love lift, and I love life. #doingmybest #wrpfarizona #wrpf #rawwithwraps #wrpfpowerlifting #arizonapowerlifting #americanrawfitness #girlswhopowerlift #smoketren #liftevil #animalbarbellclub #southwestregionals #handleyourshit #dontbeasoftassbitch #conventionalqueen
Today’s squats were sponsored by the @whataburger I ate last night. Thank you to @carlossanudo for continuing to show up for me in all aspects in my life. Taking an hour+ out of his morning to wrap my knees then jet off to work means the world to me. #wrpfarizona #wrpf #rawwithwraps #wrpfpowerlifting #arizonapowerlifting #americanrawfitness #girlswhopowerlift #smoketren #liftevil #animalbarbellclub
Meet Recap👌🏾 FIRST POWERLIFTING MEET IN THE BOOKS BABY, YEAAAH! I received 2nd place at my first meet, and also found out I’m an American Raw lifter(I use no equipment/accessories)which is neat! 😮💨 😁 Squats: 122.5 kg | 270.06 lbs ⚪️🔴⚪️ 122.5 kg | 270.06 lbs ⚪️⚪️⚪️ 127.5 kg | 281.08 lbs ⚪️⚪️⚪️ Bench: 62.5 kg | 137.7 lbs ⚪️⚪️⚪️ 67.5 kg | 148.8 lbs ⚪️⚪️⚪️ 72.5 kg | 159.8 lbs ⚪️⚪️⚪️ Deadlifts: 162.5 kg | 358.2 lb ⚪️⚪️⚪️ 170 kg | 374.7 lb ⚪️⚪️⚪️ 177.5 kg | 391.3 lb 🔴🔴⚪️ I’m thankful coach and I decided to go down on my final attempt, otherwise I wouldn’t have remotely pulled it. Also thankful I now know I can pull 391. This meet was a mental battle for sure. Coach was right. I enjoyed every second, the rush was so good, and the lifts even better. Thank you for an awesome and well run meet @miryamgelm @arizona_powerlifting_america @powerlifting_america I had a blast. It was lovely to finally meet you and @rodney23e 😁 I’m excited to run up the next meet prep and meet, but for now, we enjoy the last day of my rest week. 😊 Glory to God for the strength He gives me every day! ☦️🙏🏾 Coach: @cknight.ar Gym: @americanraw_fitness Shoes: @tyrsport L-1 Wide toe box lifters in Black #powerliftingmeet #powerliftingwomen #powerliftinggirls #84kg #84kgpowerlifter #americanraw #americanrawfitness #fyp #powerliftinglife #powerlifter #powerliftergirls #powerliftinggirls #femalepowerlifter #rawpowerlifter #girlswholift #girlswholiftheavy #liftheavyweights #powerliftingchicks #powerliftingamerica #powerlifters
Want to learn a highly effective way to warm up? 💪🏻 Join us on Sat Nov 4th @americanraw_fitness for an informative and interactive session led by @dr.davidskolnik.dpt What you can expect: ✨ Expert guidance from Dr. David Skolnik ✨ Hands-on stretches and mobility exercises to warm up properly ✨ Tips for preventing injuries and discomfort ✨ Q&A session to address your specific concerns 📅 Date: Saturday Nov 4th 🕒 Time: 10-Noon 🏢 Location: American Raw Fitness 🆓 Admission: Absolutely FREE! Spaces will fill up fast so make sure and pre-register with the Link in bio! #Warmup #PhysicalTherapy #MovementPrep #FreeWorkshop #AmericanRawFitness
Do what you love, and it'll love you back. #gainz #strongertogether #lifting #wrpf #wrpfaz #powerlifting #powerlifter #azgyms #phoenixgyms #liftevil #fitspo #power #strength #strongman #community #family #inspiration #bodybuilding #fitness #azpowerlifting #wrpfpowerliftingaz #gym #gymphotography #photography #americanraw #americanrawfitness
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Strength in Community. #gainz #strongertogether #lifting #wrpf #wrpfaz #powerlifting #powerlifter #azgyms #phoenixgyms #power #strength #strongman #community #family #inspiration #bodybuilding #fitness #azpowerlifting #wrpfpowerliftingaz #gym #gymphotography #photography #americanraw #americanrawfitness
Yes I yelled at Carlos not to touch my bar on that last rep 😅 Slight technique issue on set 2 but I put some Nickelback on and handled my shit on my last set. Some reps I truly surprised myself with how quickly they went up. Also watching @carlossanudo be proud of me 🥺 No longer scared of reds? No longer scared of reds. #nickelbackisanabolic #powerbelly #freedombarbellcompany #benchpress #chestwork #chickennuggets #benchspecialist #americanrawfitness #wrpf #azwrpf #wrpfarizona #benchonly #deadliftonly #usaplhillary #liftevil #trenhard #sixfeetunderbarbellclub
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Finally getting back into benching. This is the second week of applying techniques taught by @americanraw_fitness owner @cknight.ar during his lifting workshop a couple weeks ago. I’ve been working on improving my leg drive and overall benching mechanics. Let me you, today I damn near caught a cramp in my legs and 🍑 😂. I guess that means I’m doing something right (and need more water). Weight’s moving a lot better compared to last prep. === BTW there is another workshop this Saturday 9/9 at American Raw Fitness. Start time is 10am. It’s gonna be all about Meet Day. 🔥🔥🔥 5 bucks for members / 15 bucks for nom members. === #iam1stphorm #powerlifting #wrpf #wrpfarizona #prep #bench #americanrawfitness #progress #learning #technique
Today’s theme: OVERCOMING FEARS… - - - So a hidden fact about me is that I can barely swim in open water. I have this fear of drowning. It also doesn’t help that I instantly panic if I can’t see or feel underneath me. Today I decided to fight that fear. Ya boy went kayaking! There were a few times where I felt my panic level rise, especially with some of the mini-waves. However, I was able to calm myself through breathing techniques that I’ve been practicing for a couple months (coping with stress) while telling myself, “It’s okay. You’ll be fine. Just breathe.” In doing so I was able to see some cool places and views. Just being in the small parts where no boats or jet skis could go was so peaceful and relaxing. I’m looking forward to kayaking again 😎 - Side note: Using those paddles gave me a nice back and shoulder workout. I was sore immediately after we got out of the water. I’m going to add rowing in my training so I don’t fatigue quick next time 😉 === Photo Taken By: @loganmarksphoto === #iam1stphorm #americanrawfitness #kayaking #firsttime #overcome #fear #relaxing #motivation #onestepatatime #youcandoit
630x4x1 Vids from last set to warm-ups Forgot to latch my belt on set #2 lol. So that was interesting Thank you: @sucio_liftz @thicc_daddy_strong @ree_pwrlifter #jm2elite #sixfeetunderbb #americanrawfitness #singleplypowerlifting #stayhated #triggerwarningconjugate #preacherpowerbbc #arizonapowerlifting
Drive. #gainz #strongertogether #lifting #wrpf #wrpfaz #powerlifting #powerlifter #azgyms #phoenixgyms #liftevil #fitspo #power #strength #strongman #community #family #inspiration #bodybuilding #fitness #azpowerlifting #wrpfpowerliftingaz #gym #gymphotography #photography #americanraw #americanrawfitness
Decided to splurge a bit for my bday and got a bigger water bottle. I’ve been sweating a lot of more during my workouts and run out of water. Now yes I could refill it at the gym but I rather have cold/cooler water. Plus this should help me remember to drink more. Plus my old one was starting to tip a bit. Swipe to see how much damage this thing had. === I need another sticker @alchemistathletix 😝. See the homie for any of your recovery needs!!!! === #iam1stphorm #americanrawfitness #powerlifting #hydroflask #hydration #weightlossjourney #healthylifestyle
Well I hit level 37 today! What better way to celebrate than to hit a leg workout in a shirt I usually wouldn’t wear. I kinda like the color 😎. === #birthday #iam1stphorm #powerlifting #americanrawfitness #thegymmesa #bodybuilding #goodvibes #focused #motivation #thicc #trusttheprocess #putinthework #nike
I just wanna be big and strong. #gainz #strongertogether #lifting #wrpf #wrpfaz #powerlifting #powerlifter #azgyms #phoenixgyms #liftevil #fitspo #power #strength #strongman #community #family #inspiration #bodybuilding #fitness #azpowerlifting #wrpfpowerliftingaz #ctfletcher #ironaddict #brothersofpowerlifting #americanraw #americanrawfitness
Also can't forget gym mom for always being there for us. #gainz #strongertogether #lifting #wrpf #wrpfaz #powerlifting #powerlifter #azgyms #phoenixgyms #liftevil #fitspo #power #strength #strongman #community #family #inspiration #bodybuilding #fitness #azpowerlifting #wrpfpowerliftingaz #gym #gymphotography #photography #americanraw #americanrawfitness
The gym dad of our hearts. @cknight.ar #gainz #strongertogether #lifting #wrpf #wrpfaz #powerlifting #powerlifter #azgyms #phoenixgyms #liftevil #fitspo #power #strength #strongman #community #family #inspiration #bodybuilding #fitness #azpowerlifting #wrpfpowerliftingaz #gym #gymphotography #photography #americanraw #americanrawfitness
Always having a good time. #gainz #strongertogether #lifting #wrpf #wrpfaz #powerlifting #powerlifter #azgyms #phoenixgyms #liftevil #fitspo #power #strength #strongman #community #family #inspiration #bodybuilding #fitness #azpowerlifting #wrpfpowerliftingaz #ctfletcher #ironaddict #brothersofpowerlifting #americanraw #americanrawfitness
Never quit. #gainz #strongertogether #lifting #wrpf #wrpfaz #powerlifting #powerlifter #azgyms #phoenixgyms #liftevil #fitspo #power #strength #strongman #community #family #inspiration #bodybuilding #fitness #azpowerlifting #wrpfpowerliftingaz #ctfletcher #ironaddict #brothersofpowerlifting #americanraw #americanrawfitness
Enjoy the moments. @americanraw_fitness @wrpfarizona @alexavier.lifts #gainz #strongertogether #lifting #wrpf #wrpfaz #powerlifting #powerlifter #azgyms #phoenixgyms #liftevil #fitspo #power #strength #strongman #community #family #inspiration #bodybuilding #fitness #azpowerlifting #wrpfpowerliftingaz #ctfletcher #ironaddict #brothersofpowerlifting #americanraw #americanrawfitness
Just trying to get that @richiegainzzzzz asthenic😏 @americanraw_fitness #gainz #strongertogether #lifting #wrpf #wrpfaz #powerlifting #powerlifter #azgyms #phoenixgyms #liftevil #fitspo #power #strength #strongman #community #family #inspiration #bodybuilding #fitness #azpowerlifting #wrpfpowerliftingaz #ctfletcher #ironaddict #brothersofpowerlifting #americanraw #americanrawfitness
. . New Summer Goal 👇🏻 . Be as strong as @cknight.ar 💪🏼 . As bro goes in to his final meet of his career, I’m over here using his 700lb deadlift as motivation to push past my own limits! And I may or may not have been dead a couple of days post this workout but it’s all good!! . BB Back Squat BB Deadlift BB Front Squat BB Split Squat Pre Squat legging adjustment and dance . PS: if you’re in AZ and want to see a large human move a lot of weight, tomorrow from 10am-2pm @americanraw_fitness is the place to be! . Happy Fry-yay 🍟
If you’ve been following me for a while, you should know that I’ve been working on getting my health in line. This includes slimming down to a healthier weight, reducing/eliminating my blood pressure meds, and getting my mind right. I feel like these things need to continue to improve before I can even consider adding a boo thang to spend the rest of my life with. Had to go back in my records to realize that in 2020, my highest weight was 323.4lbs 😱. Here I was thinking it was 318lbs. Good thing I keep notes and post stuff like this on my Instagram page. I’m super proud of myself for getting down to 270lbs for my powerlifting meet. However, I did take a little break and start supplementing with creatine. Last Saturday I got a dexa body scan along with a 3D Body Scan. Why? Well I was a bit curious to see how much had changed since my last dexa scan. Also I had seen the 3D Body scans on YouTube and wanted to see how close it got to my measurements. === Here are some numbers from my current test compared with my previous one from 2016. I’ve added some pics as well. Don’t worry I was fully clothed for the dexa scan and had on compression shorts for the 3D scan 😜. Not gonna lie, I think the 3D is pretty cool along with the measurements it did. Weight Scale: 284lbs Dexa Table Total Mass: 287lbs (303.4 prev) Lean Mass: 190lbs (182.2 prev) Fat: 89.5lbs (113.3 prev) BF%: 31.2% (38.3 prev) Android Fat: 42.5% (52.7% prev) Gynoid: 31.5% (39.0% prev) Visceral Fat: 2.66lbs (3.58lbs prev) === To answer my question from the beginning of this post: I want to give my body some time get stronger and also drop some more weight. There are some events I’m considering in Sept or Dec. However, they are not federation based. I want get down to 260lbs by the end of the summer. Currently sitting at 279lbs. === #powerlifting #meet #prep #bodybuilding #weightlossjourney #weightloss #transformation #americanrawfitness #iam1stphorm #peakaz #supplementnation #dexascan #3dbodyscan #progress #motivation
🍑Glute focused leg day🍑 Comp prep??!!🤷🏼♀️ One thing I appreciate about weight training is that the weight doesn’t care about your feelings…it just exists for you to dominate some days and vice versa other days but always there to make you better💪❤️ Thanks @animalpowered for the video😋 Thanks @my_name_is_jefffff for being our @americanraw_fitness marriage moderator today😂😬😜💪 Shout out to @corralstrong80 for the heavy 105 lb kettlebell so I could be challenged😉😂 Thanks @rh_therapies for my spots🐙and fixing this ole lady😊 #legday #bootybuilding #macros #kettlebells #strongeveryday #honoryourstrength #womenwholift #fitnessandhealth #strengthtraining #pitshark #vitamind #untamedfitnessaz #americanrawfitness #wnbfofficial #phoenicianclassic
I MADE WEIGHT!!!! WOOT WOOT! Now the only thing left to do is pick up some socks for the deadlift cause they need to be longer and just chill. I’ll probably do some mobility and flexibility work too. MEET DAY TOMORROW === #powerlifting #wrpf #americanrawfitness #iam1stphorm #peaknutrition #supplementnationaz #weightlossjourney #progress #thicc #thickthighssavelives #thiccboi
Quick Update (Video towards the end) - Two weeks until weigh-ins. - Currently at competition weight 😊 - Gonna try to loose a few more lbs just to have some wiggle room - Doc Visit: Bloodwork results were the best they’ve been in a while - Gotta keep track of episodes of lightheadedness (is that a word 🤔). Doc would like to do my physical in Sept to determine if he needs to lower my bp meds or remove one of them completely. However, if I get dizzy or lightheaded, I need to let him know so he can lower the meds sooner - I’ll get my testosterone checked again at that time 😎 - Life is finally moving in the right direction 😊 === #powerlifting #wrpf #americanrawfitness #iam1stphorm #peaknutrition #supplementnationaz #weightlossjourney #progress #thicc #thickthighssavelives #thiccboi
Time draws near 🐺 @thejacobhawes @americanraw_fitness #gainz #strongertogether #lifting #uspa #powerlifting #powerlifter #wilks #azgyms #phoenixgyms #fitspo #power #strength #strongman #community #family #inspiration #bodybuilding #fitness #uspaaz #azpowerlifting #usapowerliftingaz #deadlift #halloween #americanrawfitness
Decided to train in the singlet tonight. Swipe left to watch me fail benching 275lbs for 8 😎. Estimated max is 330lbs - 340lbs per @evolveai_ app. I’ve never been the best at benching (weakest lift). The one thing I need to work on is the set up. If anyone has any tips or suggestions, comment or shoot me a DM. === #powerlifting #benchpress #americanrawfitness #iam1stphorm #1stphorm #sbdapparel #kindafitkindafat #thicc #thiccboi #determined #singlet
Squat is king. Thank you @darkhammer.media for capturing this moment
2023 GOALS 🔥🔥 LFG🔥🔥🔥 Welp it’s that time again and time to put it out in the universe now Coach! It’s definitely go time. #goalsbiggerthanmydreams Coach: @cknight.ar Gym: #americanrawfitness Club: #sixfeetunderclub
I wasn’t able to show my best performance this weekend, but I still came away from the meet feeling accomplished and having a lot of fun along the way. Squats: 573lbs/ 260kg⚪️⚪️⚪️ 622lbs/ 282.5kg⚪️⚪️⚪️ 650lbs/ 295kg🔴🔴🔴 (not shown) I set a new all time PR on my second attempt with a 622lbs squat, which set me up nicely to conquer 650lbs, but it beat me once again. I ended up partially tearing my right adductor, but the spotters were quick to grab it so the damage is minimal. I’ll be back at it in no time. Bench: 375lbs/ 170kg⚪️⚪️🔴 402lbs/182.5kg🔴🔴🔴 (not shown) don’t talk to me about bench, we’re breaking up 😂. This was my worst bench showing I've ever had in a competition. Strained my shoulder on 2nd attempt, so no 3rd 🙃. Deadlift: 507lbs/ 230kg⚪️⚪️⚪️ 540lbs/ 245kg⚪️⚪️⚪️ 601lbs/ 272.5kg⚪️⚪️⚪️ For this meet I really really wanted to open at 600lbs and full send 700lbs on my third, but after my adductor went, I knew that wasn’t happening. I was operating on damage control and still managed a respectable 600, so I can’t complain too much. 1598lbs/725kg total A big thanks to the bois @sucio_liftz, @wolf.of.wakanda, @thejacobhawes for making warm ups and filming go so smoothly ❤️. Thanks to @kaileecoy for tying my shoes while I was too bloated to reach my own feet 😵💫. To @cknight.ar, @emilycanacakos, @brandont700, and the rest of the people spotting me and saving me on squats. And finally to @anderchuck_, @my_name_is_jefffff, @americanraw_fitness and the dozens of other people who put in hours of their time to make this meet run smoothly. Your efforts don't go unnoticed. #powerlifting #powerlifter #americanrawfitness #americanraw #sbd #squat #squats #bench #deadlift #deadlifts #wrpf #baddestinthevalley
Spent a few days in the sun helping officiate the WRPF Baddest in the Valley meet hosted by @americanraw_fitness and @anderchuck_. Saw some crazy strong men and women and the event itself was fantastic -55 lifters and done by 5 (those spotters/ loaders were definitely the heroes). I’m grateful to have been a part of it! Great seeing a few familiar faces along with meeting new people. Thank you for the hospitality @anderchuck_ @americanraw_fitness @apemanstrong and thank you to @nutellastrong for the escape 😊🚙👟Cheers to the start of more adventures in powerlifting #wrpf #americanrawfitness #gritandgracestrength #sunshine #friends #strength #kilos #apemanstrong #muscleitup #squat #bench #deadlift #neverquit
Today was an ok Deadlift day… But, this boy keeps me from quitting when the lifts aren’t going my way. #americanrawfitness #kidsstrength #fatherslove
Stronger Together. @aleksloncarr @cknight.ar @americanraw_fitness #gainz #strongertogether #lifting #uspa #powerlifting #powerlifter #wilks #azgyms #phoenixgyms #fitspo #power #strength #strongman #community #family #inspiration #bodybuilding #fitness #uspaaz #azpowerlifting #usapowerliftingaz #deadlift #halloween #americanrawfitness
🕷️ Happy Halloween 🕷️ @performancesuppsaz is having a 20% off sale today only🕸️ https://www.performancesupp.com 📷 @richiegainzzzzz #americanraw #americanrawfitness #performancesuppsaz #performance #powerlifting #powerliftingwomen #costume #happyhalloween #halloween #party #deadliftparty #usapl #photography #spooky #fashionnova #party #terrorfilm #terrifier
Spooky pulls? More like spooky push👻 @americanraw_fitness costume deadlift party🕷️🕸️ Nice and controlled reps are always the best @ironblood_diablo Shirt: @performancesuppsaz Morgainz10 %% #spookypulls #spookypush #rainparis #americanrawfitness #powerlifting #arching #spineday #echt #performance #performancesupps #apemanstrong #halloween #gymtok #corpsehusband #mupp #kordhell
Lean and Feeling stronger than ever! #242lbs #americanrawfitness
Finishing “chelts” with some body weight and stability core shoulder burn out. Happy Healthy shoulders in order to move the heavy schtuff 😉💪❤️ #strongeveryday #shoulders #calistenics #americanrawfitness #bodybuilding #naturalathlete #honoryourstrength #fitness #untamedfitnessaz #wnbfofficial #inbf_natural_central_valley #macros #consistencyiskey #flagnorfail #redcon1 #higheststateofreadiness
How I feel now that meet prep has officially begun for the @thewrpf Baddest in the Valley at @americanraw_fitness
This is my third @powersloths event and they bring their A game everytime. If you're even a little curious about powerlifting or strongman, I highly recommend signing up. Big thanks to all the spotters, loaders, judges and everyone else for making it run smoothly. I came into the meet with some of the worst final weeks of training. Not being able to budge 90% of your 1RM with less than 2 weeks left does not bode well for your confidence. However, I re-learned that part of strength is resilience, and that a couple of bad training days doesn't necessarily define your performance on the big day. Squats: speaking of things going wrong, about 4 weeks prior, I felt a pop in my knee on a 600lbs SSB squat. It took a great deal of effort to not immediately catastrophize the incident and drop out of the meet. Instead, I took note of what I could and couldn't do, and, with some guidance from @dr.davidskolnik.dpt, made a game plan to be equally competitive and safe for the meet. Still a ways off from a PR, but a solid and mostly pain free performance. Squat 1: 501lbs/227.5kg ⚪️⚪️⚪️ Squat 2: 551lbs/250kg ⚪️⚪️⚪️ Squat 3: 578lbs/262kg ⚪️⚪️⚪️(PS weight class record) Bench: Bench was the only lift that was doing well during peak week. Unfortunately I had a small tweak in my shoulder on my second attempt, and I decided to call it there. Bench 1: 375lbs/170kg ⚪️⚪️⚪️ Bench 2: 402lbs/182.5kg 🔴⚪️⚪️ Deadlift: deadlifts were the biggest roller coaster over the past 2 months. In an attempt to copy "what strong people do" I lost sight of what works best for me. I went back to the basics and just yanked the bar as fast and as hard as I could and voila. Deadlift 1: 562lbs/255kg ⚪️⚪️⚪️ Deadlift 2: 617lbs/280kg ⚪️⚪️⚪️ Deadlift 3: 633lbs/287.5kg ⚪️⚪️⚪️ Also thanks to all the @americanraw_fitness buddies who helped out and competed along side me. You guys made it so easy to focus and have fun. #powerlifting #powersloth #sbd squat #bench #deadlift #revolutiontraining #americanrawfitness
But I don't want to lift heavy...I'll get big and bulky🤦🏼♀️🤬😵💫 I can't tell you how many times I've heard that over the years. Ladies... Listen up...unless you're taking testosterone it is impossible for you to get big like a dude...unless that's your goal then gear up! But for the average female lifter you are only going to transform your body by lifting heavy and eating properly. This is big and bulky???⬆️⬆️ Do I look big and bulky? Well, to me I do because I'm not in a cutting phase😜 but this is what heavy lifting consistently does to a female body. This is my off season which means I'm lifting heavy a$$ weights, minimal cardio (only enough to keep me sane), eating and maintaining mindfully. Enjoying life but still getting adequate macros in to hold this muscle and lift all the weights🤣😉❤️💪 Do yourself a favor and get with a trainer that is going to tell you the truth and hold you accountable, not just tickle your ears for profit. DM me if you have any questions or just want to say hey!!!😊🥰💪❤️ Go get those #gainz💪ladies!! #bodybuilder #bodybuilding #fitandforty #strongwomen #strongeveryday #liftheavy #muscleisbeautiful #women who lift #momstrong #godismysource #christianathlete #nattyforlife #shekini #off-season #wnbfofficial #inbf_natural_central_valley #phoenicianclassic #untamedfitnessaz #americanrawfitness #forte365 #healthylifestyle #fitspo
This is both a team sport and an individual sport. I could not be hear without my coach, my mentors, my friends, my gym, and my athletes. But I also have to choose to do the work, choose to gain confidence from the wins, choose to learn from the loses, and choose to stand up in that moment. Find your team, but don’t forget to give yourself credit too.
Yesterday I competed in my gym's, @americanraw_fitness , first sanctioned meet. It was incredibly smooth and lifter oriented which allowed so many incredible performances to take place. Thanks to @anderchuck_ , @cknight.ar , and all the loaders, spotters, judges, and support crew that were a part of it. For me, yesterday was much more than a powerlifting meet. For me, it was a testament that you can overcome major setbacks. In Nov 2020 I experienced a massive quad tear during a third attempt squat in competition. It required surgical reattachment, and came with the uncertainty of whether or not I'd be able to be competitive with my squat ever again. Going through surgery, physical therapy, and training to do the exact thing that caused your injury makes most people question your sanity. Getting asked if it's “time to move on from powerlifting” or “if I learned my lesson” are innocent enough, but they only added fuel to the growing fire of anxiety as I returned to squatting. In my head I know that it can all happen again, I can still remember the feeling of my leg giving out; but being able to conquer that fear and anxiety is what powerlifting is all about. Yesterday invoked a flood of emotion as I proved to myself and everyone around me that, yes, I can. I am no longer hitting "post quad tear PRs", I am hitting all time PRs. It took exactly 18 months to get here, and I felt 18 months worth of emotion after squatting 617lbs. 7/7 with my attempts: Squats Opener: 540lbs/245kg 2nd: 584/265kg 3rd: 617lbs/280kg (WRPF AZ state record [raw] brought to my knowledge by @animalpowered ) Bench Opener: 363lbs/165kg 2nd: 393lbs/177.5kg 3rd: 408lbs/185kg Deadlift Opener: 550/250kg (I competed in strongman 3 weeks ago, and I am still pretty banged up, so I chose to take a token deadlift rather than push into potential injury territory) #powerlifter #powerlifting #powerliftingmeet #americanrawfitness #squat #bench #deadlift #sbd #wrpf #raw #quadsurgeryrecovery #quadtear
Meet re-cap!!! First let me just say this was the absolute best ran meet I’ve ever participated in. Finished the day 8/9, missed my last squat but chipped away at bench, deadlift, and total PRs. Squat: 265 KGs/584.2 LBs Bench: 190 KGs/418.9 LBs Deadlift: 275 KGs/606.3 LBs Total: 730 KGs/1609.4 LBs As always, big thanks to my wife @mrsmelonexo for sticking out another hot meet, even though you basically had the day off, 😂. #powerlifting #meetrecap #americanrawfitness #wrpf #squat #bench #deadlift #garagegym #garagegymlife #garagegympowerlifting #conjugatemethod #chasingatotal #chasingprs #backtothe1600club #santanvalleybarbellclub
Bench Day Bench Hit a new rep PR 375lbs for 4 reps! Thank you @thomas_sbd_ar for the great spot! #americanrawfitness #proven #powerlifting #teampersonalrecord #teamhousestrong
Deadlifts and Squats Fatigue really got me today. Ripped my hand on my last set of deadlifts too 😂. Still trained though. Deadlifts 277.5kgs/610lbsx3x2 @RPE 9 Squats 415lbsx3x6 (video 2) #americanrawfitness #proven #powerlifting #powerbuilding #teampersonalrecord #teamhousestrong
Light Bench Bench 140kgs/308lbsx4x6 @RPE 7.5 Also Did OHP 195lbsx4x6 DB Bench Press 110lbsx4x10 DB Lateral Raises 25lbsx4x12 EZ Bar Curls 112lbsx4x12 #americanrawfitness #powerlifting #proven #teampersonalrecord #teamhousestrong
Powersloths strongman AZ state championship recap! Absolute blast. The @powersloths do not miss when they put on events. Going in I had some tall aspirations despite this being my first strongman competition. 💪Axle clean and press was the first event in powerlifting-esque style (3 attempts). Blew away my own expectations and hit a relatively easy 250lbs despite failing 205lbs multiple times in training. 💪AZ husafell at 335lbs was the second event and no, it was not fun. Anyone who tells you otherwise is lying. I went about 65feet with these. 💪Stein hold 35lbs. If you look closely you can see I do not know how to wear elbow sleeves. Or keep my elbow straight. I managed to pull off a ~33 second hold. 💪4th event: Kegs over 48" bar. 205lbs, 228lbs, 260lbs, 285lbs, 300lbs. These felt like they were the perfect weights for me and I was impressed with my performance. All the tips @atp_powerlifting gave me really paid off (seriously, the textbook for strongman is just a picture of his face), and prevented me from getting humbled by these. The downside is that I think a got a pair of partial bicep tears in return. Nothing too bad, and I'll be back at it soon enough 💪final event was deadlift for reps. I was able to choose between 550lbs and 650lbs. I told myself prior to the competition there was no way I wasn't hitting the 650lbs deadlifts at the end of the day. Let me tell you, strongman a whole different beast than powerlifting in terms of the toll it takes on your body. I couldn't get 650lbs to budge. The smarter and wiser me will know in the future to not expect the best under extreme fatigue. All in all it was a great day, I'm glad I dipped my toes in and got humbled. I'll be back once I hit my 2022 powerlifting total goal. Thanks to @cknight.ar for getting some awesome footage @emilycanacakos @kaileecoy @swagialardi and all the other AR fam who supported me! #strongman #powersloths #flagstaff #motherroadbrewing #americanrawfitness #powerlifter #axle #cleanandpress #husafell #stein #keg #kegoverbar #deadlift
Bench Day Bench 365lbsx4x2 @RPE 8 Also Did Incline Bench 265lbsx4x6 DB Arnold Press 60lbsx4x10 Single Arm DB Row 85lbsx4x12 Tricep Push Down 180lbsx4x12 #americanrawfitness #proven #teampersonalrecord #teamhousestrong
Well...it was one of those training sessions where it just didn't go as planned. 😭 Feeling things I didn't want to and form broke etc...so after my fail at my 2nd 205 I just told myself to move on and try another day😊😉💪 Got some accessory work and called it a day😉 It's all part of this journey of strength training and it's all about being smart and listening to your body and trusting that it will happen eventually...in time. Be patient, trust the process, and don't give up! #powerbuilding #bodybuilder #power #strength #squat #honoryourstrength #womenwholift #strongnotskinny #wrpf #americanrawfitness #3weeksout #godstrong #heismystrength #itsoktofail #sbdkneesleeves
Bench Day Videos in order Bench 162.5kgs/357.5lbsx4x2 @RPE 7 Also Did Incline Press 265lbsx4x6 DB Arnold Press 55lbsx4x10 Single DB Arm Rows 80lbsx4x12 Tricep Push Downs 170lbsx4x12 #americanrawfitness #powerlifting #proven #teampersonalrecord #teamhousestrong
Light Bench Day Videos in order Bench 130kgs/287lbsx3x8 @RPE 7 Also Did OHP 190lbsx3x8 DB Bench Press 115lbsx3x12 DB Lateral Raises 25lbsx3x15 EZ Bar Cable Curls 140lbsx3x15 #americanrawfitness #powerlifting #proven #teampersonalrecord #teamhousestrong
Deadlifts & Squats Videos in order Hit a gym rep PR Deadlift 280kgs/617lbs for a triple Also Did Deadlift 250kgs/551lbsx3x3 Squats 375lbsx3x6 Bent Over Rows 185lbsx3x12 Wide Grip Lat Pull Downs 100lbsx3x12 DB Step Ups 20lbsx3x15 #americanrawfitness #powerlifting #proven #teampersonalrecord #teamhousestrong
Squat & Deadlifts Thank you so much to @03_og and @xs.strength for the spot!! Videos in order Squats 475lbsx1x3 425lbsx3x3 Also Did Deadlifts 217.5ths/478lbsx3x8 Single Leg Press 325lbsx3x12 Chest Supported Rows 150lbsx3x12 DB RDL 85lbsx3x15 #americanrawfitness #powerlifting #proven #teamhousestrong #teampersonalrecord
Bench Day Videos in order Bench 365lbsx2x2 @RPE 8 325lbsx3x3 @RPE 7 Also Did Incline Bench 245lbsx3x8 DB Arnold Press 50lbsx3x12 1 Arm DB Row 90lbsx3x15 Tricep Push Down 190lbsx3x15 #americanrawfitness #powerlifting #proven #teampersonalrecord #teamhousestrong
Light Bench Day Videos in order Bench 120kgs/265lbsx3x8 @RPE 6 Also Did OHP 175lbsx3x8 DB Bench Press 115lbsx3x12 DB Lateral Raises 20lbsx3x15 EZ Bar Curls 102lbsx3x15 #americanrawfitness #powerlifting #proven #teampersonalrecord #teamhousestrong