Time to brag a little

[creekrat]

So my 16yo decided a couple weeks ago that he would be doing powerlifting this year as opposed to pole vaulting for track. Had 2 days of "practice" and today was his first meet ever. As a scrawny 16yo that we have been trying to put weight on, he is in the 145lb class at 142.xx. Had a total of 655 for the day.

Bench PR at 145
https://i.imgur.com/Jm7O1ft.mp4

Squat at 235
https://i.imgur.com/eryAX6T.mp4

Deadlift at 235. Later pulled 275. Need to work on his DL sumo technique a little
https://i.imgur.com/p1ZRTij.mp4

 

[Tauras1966]

Nothing beats these proud poppa moments !!!!

 

[JackDMegalomaniac]

Wow pole vaulting seems a long way from power lifting, what made him do that transition?

 

[creekrat]

Most likely since the wife and I have both been in the gym a ton lately. Plus, he's wanting to pack on some weight for football season which is counter to pole vaulting

 

[permabulker]

As I said in the chat earlier super impressive for his age. Like father like son I guess.

 

[snake]

Good stuff Creek. One day, he'll out lift you and you will be just as proud then.

 

[DEADlifter]

Hell yea, Creek. Was he happy with his lifts?

 

[BrotherIron]

That's awesome. Yeah, you have some tweaks to the sumo pulls. He turned it into a 2 part lift. Push those knees out and the hips don't rise up first and then back. Still, be proud of your kid. Most don't have the balls to step on a platform.

 

[creekrat]

He was happy with his numbers for it being his first time. He knows he needs some work on the sumo and I wish I had more time at home to work on it with him but I'm sure we can get him squared away in short order

 

[CohibaRobusto]

That's so cool man, congrats!

 

[Blusoul24]

That's great for him! He should feel proud for a strong first showing.

 

[CJ]

Don't let him quit pole vaulting though!!!

It's one of the most athletic events you can do. I may be biased, I was a pole vaulter in high school.

 

[Ortiz7983]

Nice. Keep supporting him!