Who is the greatest powerlifter of all time? Well, we picked a diverse group of 5 people that have achieved great things across the powerlifting spectrum, as well as individual achievements. Here are our picks:
- Ed Coan: Widely considered one of the greatest powerlifters, Ed Coan has numerous world records across multiple weight classes. His dominance in the 220-pound class and his versatility make him a legend in the sport.
- Konstantin Konstantinovs: Known for his incredible deadlifting prowess, Konstantinovs set multiple records in the deadlift and gained a reputation for his strength and intensity.
- Andrey Malanichev: Hailing from Russia, Malanichev is known for his exceptional squatting ability. He has set world records in the squat and total in various weight classes.
- Lary “Mr. Powerlifting” Pacifico: A pioneer in powerlifting during the 1970s, Pacifico set numerous records and became the first man to total 2,000 pounds in a powerlifting meet.
- Hafthor Bjornsson: While best known as “The Mountain” from Game of Thrones, Bjornsson is also a former strongman and powerlifter. He set a deadlift world record in 2020 by lifting 501 kg (1,104 lbs).
Every day there are new powerlifters coming onto the scene, like Larry “Wheels”, Joe Thumbarello, John Haack, and many others. Who will be the next to break all the records and dominate?
