2013 Collegiate National Championships

04/10/2013 Mass-Lift 0

Click Here for Live Streaming and Scores of Collegiate Nationals The 2013 USAPL Collegiate National Championships is this weekend and the excitement is building. With classes that can be 40+ competitors deep, large crowds, and ear-piercing cheering, Collegiate Nationals is the most electric powerlifting meet that you are likely to encounter. Teams from around the nation train all year for this weekend, and 2013 looks to be another great event.  Let’s take a look at Read More

Message to USA Powerlifting Members Regarding National Office

03/18/2013 Mass-Lift 0

To all Members of USA Powerlifting: I am writing to inform you of some significant changes in USA Powerlifting. As of today, March 17 the National Office is moving to Anchorage, Alaska so that the functions that are necessary to provide you with timely customer service may be more closely monitored. Many of you have noticed, and have mentioned that there has been a delay in processing memberships, providing meet support materials, and with upkeep Read More

Massachusetts at the Arnold

03/10/2013 Mass-Lift 0

Snow fell for all three days of the weekend at the 25th anniversary of the Arnold Classic, but Massachusetts lifters set the platform on fire posting several amazing lifts. The weekend began with the pro raw event on Friday with Eli Burks, who has competed in Massachusetts State Championships, posting a 1670 total including a 738 pound deadlift. Action from Massachusetts resident lifters would not begin until the weekend. On Saturday, during the Pro American Read More

Mass-Lift.com Featured Lifter- Andrew Mastone

02/22/2013 Mass-Lift 0

After his best lifter performance at the 2012 Massachusetts State Championship in December, Andrew Mastone has been selected as our newest Feature Lifter. Just as many collegiate lifters, Drew found a home in powerlifting when other athletic doors began to close. In a short time he has become one of the top ranked collegiate lifters and expects to have a strong showing this year at Collegiate Nationals.  Can you tell us a little about yourself? Read More

Powerlines- February 2013

02/15/2013 Mass-Lift 0

To view the latest issue of Powerlines the Official USA Powerlifting Newsletter Please click here Contents: President’s Message Updates Rankings Arnold Sports Festival President’s Message I would like to welcome you to Powerlines. For those of you who don’t remember, we have several versions of our newsletter, including hard copy, and electronic over the years. We feel it is an important vehicle to convey information to our members and to let you know what is Read More

Mass-Lift.com Featured Lifter- Sam Belinksy

02/15/2013 Mass-Lift 0

This past year, I had the opportunity to lift with one of Massachusetts up and coming lifters, Sam Belinksy. Sam has competed several times in high school with the Special Olympics, and this past fall traveled to Puerto Rico to participate in the IPF World Championships in the Special Olympics division. At that meet, he placed third overall with the second highest total of the meet. Sam’s next goal is to compete in a National Read More

Mass-Lift.com Featured Lifter- Jill Arnow

02/03/2013 Mass-Lift 0

I would like to welcome Jill Arnow as our newest Featured lifter. Jill, flew across country, back to her home state to compete at the 2012 USAPL Massachusetts State Championships. For the first time in her career she was able to lift in front of her home town crowd and she did not disappoint. Despite a long recovery from a neck issue, Jill was able to bring her “A Game” and win the best Raw Read More

Come out to Support the Northeastern Women’s Powerlifting Team

01/28/2013 Mass-Lift 0

The Northeastern Woman’s Powerlifting team has grown from 8 to 20 members in the past year. Last year the team finished in 3rd place at Collegiate Nationals in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This included an all around champion of champions and two first place winners. Currently 8 women are qualified to compete in the 2013 Collegiate Nationals to take place in Killeen, Texas; more are expected to qualify at the Winter Classic being held on February 24th. The Read More

Gaston Parag, presedent of the IPF, talks about the Olympic Movement

01/02/2013 Mass-Lift 0

Norway’s IPF affiliate who is hosting the 34th Women’s and 43rd Men’s World Powerlifting Championships, posted a great interview with newly elected IPF President, Gaston Parage on their World Championship website. Gaston goes into great detail about the IPF’s push for the Olympics and the current status of Powerlifting at the international level. Being realistic, when do you believe Powerlifters will take part in the Olympics? A short answer on this not before 2020 (but Read More

Happy Holidays from Mass-Lift and Massachusetts USAPL

12/25/2012 Mass-Lift 0

Massachusetts USA Powerlifting and Mass-Lift wants to wish you and your family a happy and safe holiday season! Remember and save the date: 2/9/2013- Maine State Push/Pull & Bench Press Contest and Maine State High School Push/Pull & Bench Press Contest Application (PDF)High School Application (PDF) 2/24/2013- Northeast Winter Classic Application coming soon!!   3/10/2013- Third Annual Ryan Moore New England Open High School Powerlifting Championships Location: Xaverian Brothers High School, Westwood, MA On-Line Application: Read More

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