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Are you a Gladiator? Have you been hardened by battle in the arena, in front of an audience? If you're a competitive bodybuilder or powerlifter who has placed well in national level shows or meets, we want to recognize you as the warrior that you are here in The Forvm... What you will earn is a special avatar and title as a mark of distinction. If you are interested in joining the elite ranks of The Gladiators, post your credentials here and PM me. Few who apply will earn this high honor--your accomplishments must be great and noteworthy.
Those of who have joined the ranks of The Gladiators...
IronLeague
Naturally Huge
BigGuy345
eric downey
Thunder-Thighs
grissinger
Joshua F
Herdz
mcfly
Mr. Aestheticz
BEASTOFRAGE
Big Rich
bigbadwolfe
CarrieAnnSimmons
D-Rock
Joey D
JUGGERNAUT
Kathy Fields
NPC Chicka
PJ BRAUN
Rexor91
ryan o'neal
ToddZilla
tommygun
TXPWRLFTR
BigWides
Mr.Totality
03-07-07, 1:52 pm
Are there particular lifts that would qualify us? Just curious, I dont think I am there yet, but I might just take a shot at it
Universal Rep
03-07-07, 3:42 pm
Are there particular lifts that would qualify us? Just curious, I dont think I am there yet, but I might just take a shot at it
As I've been told, no. You need to have placed well at a couple high level national shows/meets...
IronLeague
03-08-07, 1:41 am
I hope to take an overall title in 2008...
I'm honored to rock this title with the upmost pride.
Respect,
IronLeague
Big Jawn
03-08-07, 2:08 am
I can list some records or whatever if I need to...
J-ROCK
J...someone will correct me if I'm wrong, but as you already have the "Pro" title under your name, as well as the Animal avatar, you would have to lose that so it could be changed to "Gladiator".
Your choice I suppose?
I didn't even notice to be honest....
Universal Rep
03-08-07, 9:20 am
J...someone will correct me if I'm wrong, but as you already have the "Pro" title under your name, as well as the Animal avatar, you would have to lose that so it could be changed to "Gladiator".
Your choice I suppose?
"The Pros" is a higher title than "The Gladiators", just as "The Watchmen" is a greater distinction than "The Henchmen". Regardless, congrats to J-Rock and to IronLeague for their respective titles...
Mr.Totality
03-08-07, 10:23 am
OK then I will have to bow out now. Not there yet. I am waiting till 40 for the masters division. Soon to be gladiator damn it
Iron Buster
03-08-07, 1:41 pm
Well I'm competing for the THSPL State Championship in Texas. This meet will be held 2 weeks from now. These are my numbers:
Squat: 445
Bench: 320
Deads: 465
Right now I'm weighing in at 150.2 but will need to shred to 148.5 for the weigh in in Abiline,TX. Hopefully my number (1230) will go up at least 25-30lbs. It'd be cool to be crowned this one guys. peace
ryan o'neal
03-08-07, 5:14 pm
Are you a Gladiator? Have you been hardened by battle in the arena, in front of an audience? If you're a competitive bodybuilder or powerlifter who has placed well in national level shows or meets, we want to recognize you as the warrior that you are here in The Forvm... What you will earn is a special avatar and title as a mark of distinction. If you are interested in joining the elite ranks of The Gladiators, post your credentials here. Few who apply will earn this high honor--your accomplishments must be great and noteworthy.
Those of who have joined the ranks of The Gladiators...
IronLeague
2006 SPF NATIONAL CHAMPION 165lb class, bench press
World record holder in 165lb class (Southern Powerlifting Federation)
PLUSA top 100 in 165 class, bench press
BigGuy345
03-11-07, 12:10 am
Nationally ranked bench presser
Junior Division
SHW
National Record- 424.5 lbs- 192.5kg
Personal competition best- 451 lbs- 205 kgs
National record holder in USAPL- drug free lifter and will stay that way for life.
Big Jawn
03-11-07, 1:05 am
Nationally ranked bench presser
Junior Division
SHW
National Record- 424.5 lbs- 192.5kg
Personal competition best- 451 lbs- 205 kgs
National record holder in USAPL- drug free lifter and will stay that way for life.
Props to a fellow IPF lifter.
T_N_Muscle
03-19-07, 7:54 pm
Are you a Gladiator? Have you been hardened by battle in the arena, in front of an audience? If you're a competitive bodybuilder or powerlifter who has placed well in national level shows or meets, we want to recognize you as the warrior that you are here in The Forvm... What you will earn is a special avatar and title as a mark of distinction. If you are interested in joining the elite ranks of The Gladiators, post your credentials here. Few who apply will earn this high honor--your accomplishments must be great and noteworthy.
Those of who have joined the ranks of The Gladiators...
IronLeague
Naturally Huge
DID MY FIRST SHOW AT THE AGE OF 46 YEARS OLD, AFTER ONLY LIFTING FOR ONE YEAR. IT WAS A NATIONAL QUALIFIER HERE IN VEGAS, AND I PLACED THIRD
2 YEARS LATER DID THE MUSCLE BEACH CHAMPIONSHIP AND WON MY DIVISION ( WOMENS HEAVYWEIGHT) AND CAME IN SECOND OVERALL
Thunder-Thighs
03-20-07, 3:44 am
Well here are my credentials.
Weight: 205lb
Height: 5' 9"
age: 17
in competion bests
Bench Press: 300lb (raw)
powerclean: 315lb (raw)
deadlift: 625lb (raw)
I hold Northwest Indiana state record in deadlift. And state record in totals.
My best squat ever with knee raps: 600lb.
Hope my lifts are enough to be a Gladiator. NO PAIN NO GAIN hit them hard boys cause tha weights hve no problem beating you to a bloody puple
"The Pros" is a higher title than "The Gladiators", just as "The Watchmen" is a greater distinction than "The Henchmen". Regardless, congrats to J-Rock and to IronLeague for their respective titles...
I just noticed their new avatars this morning..so guys...big congrats! Now I have a new "pro" to bother and IronLeague...well, I always bother you anyway..LOL
You guys always rocked in my eyes anyway...didnt need an avatar to impress me with all you have accomplished and the type of knowledge and expertise you bring to the table. Either way...congrats and I look foward to seeing more posts and threads from you both!
IronLeague
03-20-07, 12:16 pm
I just noticed their new avatars this morning..so guys...big congrats! Now I have a new "pro" to bother and IronLeague...well, I always bother you anyway..LOL
You guys always rocked in my eyes anyway...didnt need an avatar to impress me with all you have accomplished and the type of knowledge and expertise you bring to the table. Either way...congrats and I look foward to seeing more posts and threads from you both!
AWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW, Toni........you made me blush... lol
IronLeague...I would love to see you blush! LOL...hahahaha!
JUGGERNAUT
03-20-07, 6:59 pm
(had to move my post here, guess I don't listen either..) 2 2nd place spots, why second both times? Because the same guy in both my natural shows, who was juicing hard crossed over from Open to Novice where I was. This was a long time ago, ever hear of the AAU? I hope to compete in the Masters division in the next 2 years. For now it's Powerlifting for the most part with heavy bodylbuilding moves thrown in. I competed at 156lbs now 210 long after...... Goal 225 not sloppy, then diet. 5'6" Who gave me the idea to compete? that's right... a Female BB. I kept to myself at the gym and used to think people that looked in the mirror had an ego, she taught me that the mirror was not to look at yourself as much as it was to look at who you were and if you were ready. Animals come in all shapes and sizes let me tell you. Nothing but respect for that girl to this day.
eric downey
03-27-07, 11:14 pm
Eric Downey
5'8" 225 lbs
In my first meet I broke the APA state record with a 470
I won the apa national drug tested title in 05. Since then I've been just training in 5 weeks I look for a 650+
Then in aug I chase the big man himself JH where ill compete in the kings of bench qualifer.
(had to move my post here, guess I don't listen either..) 2 2nd place spots, why second both times? Because the same guy in both my natural shows, who was juicing hard crossed over from Open to Novice where I was. This was a long time ago, ever hear of the AAU? I hope to compete in the Masters division in the next 2 years. For now it's Powerlifting for the most part with heavy bodylbuilding moves thrown in. I competed at 156lbs now 210 long after...... Goal 225 not sloppy, then diet. 5'6" Who gave me the idea to compete? that's right... a Female BB. I kept to myself at the gym and used to think people that looked in the mirror had an ego, she taught me that the mirror was not to look at yourself as much as it was to look at who you were and if you were ready. Animals come in all shapes and sizes let me tell you. Nothing but respect for that girl to this day.
I hear ya. "When I look in the mirror, it is not in vainity, but scrutany." -me
(had to move my post here, guess I don't listen either..) 2 2nd place spots, why second both times? Because the same guy in both my natural shows, who was juicing hard crossed over from Open to Novice where I was. This was a long time ago, ever hear of the AAU? I hope to compete in the Masters division in the next 2 years. For now it's Powerlifting for the most part with heavy bodylbuilding moves thrown in. I competed at 156lbs now 210 long after...... Goal 225 not sloppy, then diet. 5'6" Who gave me the idea to compete? that's right... a Female BB. I kept to myself at the gym and used to think people that looked in the mirror had an ego, she taught me that the mirror was not to look at yourself as much as it was to look at who you were and if you were ready. Animals come in all shapes and sizes let me tell you. Nothing but respect for that girl to this day.
AAU..Hell yeah!
I did the AAU America in 1995, when it was drug tested in Wshington, DC.
18 guys in my class, I got third!
JUGGERNAUT
04-09-07, 11:05 am
Good shit Big Ant, it was so primitive back then and I miss the rawness of it all. They seemed to rent the oddest places to hold their events, like anything goes just as long as the show goes on kinda thing. I just found a tape of one of my events but you can all be sure never to see that haha! 3rd in 18 huh? Great work man...just went down stairs to look at the dates on the Trophies...both in 1989 The Northeastern and Champions of America in PA, still have the medals and everything, wow I'm old.
Good shit Big Ant, it was so primitive back then and I miss the rawness of it all. They seemed to rent the oddest places to hold their events, like anything goes just as long as the show goes on kinda thing. I just found a tape of one of my events but you can all be sure never to see that haha! 3rd in 18 huh? Great work man...just went down stairs to look at the dates on the Trophies...both in 1989 The Northeastern and Champions of America in PA, still have the medals and everything, wow I'm old.
Yeah I did the AAU Champions of America, (Larry Factor of Champions Gym in Colmar, PA promoted it) Northeastern USA (at Fisher's Tuder house in Bensalem, PA) Mike Charnick's Eastern Seaboard and Mr. New Jersey.
Mike Charnick is still promoting shows, I won his Mr. Jersey on 10/14/06 in Vineland, NJ
Remember Dave Mayor, he was always judging...
AAU stopped bodybuilding becuase the year after I did the America (1996) a competitor sued becuase he tested positive in the urine test. He said it was not an accurate test and swore he was clean...It got to be a big mess....Real ugly for the AAU...was all over the magazines.
Greg Long, Joe Bucci, Bruce Quinn are some guys who I trained with, helped me back in the day...all were great AAU Bodybuildrs....
And you can't forget Peter Lareau, Joe Meeko, Benny Poda and Tim Belknap--some more of the greats!
Good shit Big Ant, it was so primitive back then and I miss the rawness of it all. They seemed to rent the oddest places to hold their events, like anything goes just as long as the show goes on kinda thing. I just found a tape of one of my events but you can all be sure never to see that haha! 3rd in 18 huh? Great work man...just went down stairs to look at the dates on the Trophies...both in 1989 The Northeastern and Champions of America in PA, still have the medals and everything, wow I'm old.
I bet we competed with each other...I was in the Medium Tall class....
Remember height classes?
Universal Rep
04-10-07, 1:54 pm
Congrats to the new Gladiators. Welcome aboard fellas.
(had to move my post here, guess I don't listen either..) 2 2nd place spots, why second both times? Because the same guy in both my natural shows, who was juicing hard crossed over from Open to Novice where I was. This was a long time ago, ever hear of the AAU? I hope to compete in the Masters division in the next 2 years. For now it's Powerlifting for the most part with heavy bodylbuilding moves thrown in. I competed at 156lbs now 210 long after...... Goal 225 not sloppy, then diet. 5'6" Who gave me the idea to compete? that's right... a Female BB. I kept to myself at the gym and used to think people that looked in the mirror had an ego, she taught me that the mirror was not to look at yourself as much as it was to look at who you were and if you were ready. Animals come in all shapes and sizes let me tell you. Nothing but respect for that girl to this day.
hit me with a pm
we can talk old school training/contests..
where do you train now?
Big Rich
04-12-07, 2:55 pm
I'm not sure if this qualifies me or not.
I am a member of the NAS - North American Strongman - and have competed on a local level in the Chicago (Platinum Level), Fox Cities (Gold Level), and NE Wisconsin Strongman (Pro-Am Level) events.
I compete in the MW or Masters class.
It's tough to compete against these young guys now since some contests do not have a Masters class, but I always give them a run for their money!
Gladiator?
Hell yes!
TXPWRLFTR
04-18-07, 10:43 pm
2006 NASA USA Nationals 242 class winner
2007 West Texas Bench Press Classic and Expo...benched 465 to win
I'm not really sure if this qualifies me or not seeing as how it's not related to lifting. I was a serious bodybuilder for 3 years but I switched that focus to MMA ( mixed martial arts)
I recently competed in the NAGA World Championship ( North American Grapplers Association) The worlds largest submission fighting circuit.
January 1st 07' I was 221lbs.
On Saturday April 21st I fought at 196.8lbs in the cruiser weight division.
I won my weight class.
So I figured I'd drop my name in the pile for this distinction of honor.
BEASTOFRAGE
05-24-07, 12:46 am
i currently do full meets and bench only meets
Competition History: 1997 TIGER BENCH CLASSIC, FIFTH PLACE(TEEN DIVISON) 250 @ 220
1999 SOUTHERN STATES BENCH PRESS CHAMPIONSHIP, SECOND PLACE(TEEN 265 @ 242)
1999 LION'S DEN BENCH PRESS CONTEST, FIRST PLACE(TEEN 285 @ 242)
1999 LION'S DEN DEADLIFT CONTEST, FIRST PLACE(TEEN 430 @ 242)
1999 WNPF ALABAMA STATE CHAMPION(TEEN 420-300-460 @ 242)
2000 WNPF ALABAMA STATE CHAMPION(JUNIOR 450-300-510 @ 242)
2000 USPF ALABAMA STATE CHAMPION(JUNIOR 450-320-515 @ 275)
2000 MAXWELL/GUNTER POWERLIFTING MEET (NOVICE 450-320-540 @ 242)
2001 BILL KAZMAIER BENCH PRESS MEET (NOVICE 340 @ 275)
2002 APA BENCH PRESS MEET (JUNIOR 405 @ 250 IN 275 CLASS)
2003 WABDL RIVERFEST BENCH PRESS & DEADLIFT MEET( JUNIOR 451 BENCH @ 275; JUNIOR 633 DEADLIFT @ 275)
2006 SPF ALABAMA STATE (OPEN 720-535-705 @ 308)
2006 APF ALABAMA STATE (OPEN 750-545-710 @ 308)
2006 APF NORTH GEORGIA STATE(OPEN MEN 308S BENCH @ 567)
i have a bench meet comin up followed by a full meet in september...
TB
JUGGERNAUT
05-25-07, 6:14 pm
I bet we competed with each other...I was in the Medium Tall class....
Remember height classes?
I was in the short class haha mmm and I'm not any taller today LOL
2005 100% Raw Powerlifting Nationals - Full Power
242,came in at 223, Mens Open 1st & Mens Junior 1st
Squat - 450, 480, 510
Bench - 300, 0, 0
Deadlift - 460, 490, 520
Total - 1330
Only my 3rd comp., I don't think I did too bad with training myself and no supportive gear.
Weight-208
Height-5'9"
Age-18
At the THSPA
Bench-325
Squat-650
Deadlift-500
PRs
Bench-325
Squat-650
Deadlift-550
Wonder what this is going to get me
poppa flex
06-10-07, 10:25 pm
19 years old 165lb
IPA records
565 squat
375 bench
1445 total
19 years old 181lb
400lb bench press record
mite as well throw that in there too
20 yr old
193lbs
bench 225x3
leg press 1000x5
squat 325x3
stiff leg deads 255x8
deads 365x2
June 19- 4th at Canadians- Junior Devision at 168lbs
Oct 27- Won 1st BB Comp- Junior devision at 168lbs, 4th in Mens Open Middle weight
AnabolicMass02
12-27-07, 10:18 am
I am doing my first NPC amateur bodybuilding competition on May 3, 2008. I will compete in the light heavyweight division.
paintrain69
01-08-08, 7:36 pm
congrats to all the gladiators...gotta couple questions for the top dogs runnin the show...this is just national records and not state records...what about if im still in high school and still break a bench record statewide or nationwide record...cause march 8 im lookin to break the 155 bench press record for the state of ohio in high school it's 285 raw...and then the national/american record for my weight class in NASA is...330 with a single ply bench shirt...and if i keep bustin my ass ill go for the world record at 405 with a bench shirt...because im def. lookin to get on this fuckin gladiator list...thanks brothers
boysrepublic
01-11-08, 1:59 pm
Im Not In Any Competitions, Meets, Sports Or Anyhting. Whilst I Support And Respect Each And Every Animal That Is Dedicated To That World, I Lift For Different Reasons. I Lift To Control My Anger And For Relief From Stress Of Life... I Lift For Meditation And To Gain The Discipline To Overcome Personal Obstacles And To Be A Stronger Person Mentally And Physically!
I Emphasize That I Support The Bodybuilders That Compete, I Personally Dont Care Much For All That, But What Is The Point Of Badges And Labels If We're All Equal Animals In This Forvm? So You Only Get A Badge Or A Label If You Prove It To The World?
Maybe Im Misunderstanding... I Apologize If I Come Off Negatively, Its Not My Intention... Im Just Curious?
Im Not In Any Competitions, Meets, Sports Or Anyhting. Whilst I Support And Respect Each And Every Animal That Is Dedicated To That World, I Lift For Different Reasons. I Lift To Control My Anger And For Relief From Stress Of Life... I Lift For Meditation And To Gain The Discipline To Overcome Personal Obstacles And To Be A Stronger Person Mentally And Physically!
I Emphasize That I Support The Bodybuilders That Compete, I Personally Dont Care Much For All That, But What Is The Point Of Badges And Labels If We're All Equal Animals In This Forvm? So You Only Get A Badge Or A Label If You Prove It To The World?
Maybe Im Misunderstanding... I Apologize If I Come Off Negatively, Its Not My Intention... Im Just Curious?
I sense no disrespect here bro. You ask a very valid question. We all do belong to one brotherhood and are all Animal's in many aspects-- we all have that same underlying love for the sacrifice that goes into striving to be the best that we can each and everyday. However, each of us may be at different parts of our journey-- some are just beginners, others are semi-experienced, while some have made it a bit further than the rest of us in the competition realm and have acquired a special knowledge along the way. Because of the knowledge that these folks have accumulated from training specifically to compete, I think it's important to reward them for their hard work that they performed by taking it to a whole other level. By competing, and taking the step to compete, which takes some major balls -- they have acquired extra knowledge along the way, which I think is important to show to others. By seeing the title "Gladiator", we know that if we ever think to compete, we can ask them for advice, as we they have battled in that arena before. Hope that helps to address your question.
krazyassmexican
01-11-08, 2:55 pm
in my understanding the gladiators are pros or amateurs
in any of the branches of this bad ass sport
strongman, powerlifting bodybuilding
but they can have THE PROS
tittle since they are not sponsored by universal
boysrepublic
01-11-08, 2:58 pm
I sense no disrespect here bro. You ask a very valid question. We all do belong to one brotherhood and are all Animal's in many aspects-- we all have that same underlying love for the sacrifice that goes into striving to be the best that we can each and everyday. However, each of us may be at different parts of our journey-- some are just beginners, others are semi-experienced, while some have made it a bit further than the rest of us in the competition realm and have acquired a special knowledge along the way. Because of the knowledge that these folks have accumulated from training specifically to compete, I think it's important to reward them for their hard work that they performed by taking it to a whole other level. By competing, and taking the step to compete, which takes some major balls -- they have acquired extra knowledge along the way, which I think is important to show to others. By seeing the title "Gladiator", we know that if we ever think to compete, we can ask them for advice, as we they have battled in that arena before. Hope that helps to address your question.
Right on, I think i was lacking to understand the rewarding aspect of the hole subject. Perhaps your right... A different REALM it is, just as my reasons for this life style are different. Testicular fortitude is not relevant tho, i think accepting a certain challenge and overcoming it by CHOICE is a better definitoin.
NONE THE LESS, I SUPPORT ALL COMPETITORS/ ANIMALS 100%!
kcinnitram91
05-16-08, 10:10 pm
I benched 325 raw in a competition last year. Does that qualify me? I placed 1st in the teen division and 3rd in the men's novice. I also deadlifted 405 3 years ago in the same competition. I placed 1st in the teens then as well. Either way I will be competing in my first bodybuilding competition in early 09' so if it doesn't then thats cool.
RooRooTJ
10-13-08, 9:19 am
Bumping for updates.
I'll try to get it this weekend when i go for the overall
Mr. Dead
11-06-08, 3:21 pm
Bumping for updates.
Missed my WNBF pro card by 6 places... Maybe next show...
Joshua F
11-11-08, 9:35 pm
Are you a Gladiator? Have you been hardened by battle in the arena, in front of an audience? If you're a competitive bodybuilder or powerlifter who has placed well in national level shows or meets, we want to recognize you as the warrior that you are here in The Forvm... What you will earn is a special avatar and title as a mark of distinction. If you are interested in joining the elite ranks of The Gladiators, post your credentials here and PM me. Few who apply will earn this high honor--your accomplishments must be great and noteworthy.
Those of who have joined the ranks of The Gladiators...
IronLeague
Naturally Huge
BigGuy345
eric downey
Thunder-Thighs
grissinger
Joshua F
Herdz
mcfly
Mr. Aestheticz
BEASTOFRAGE
Big Rich
bigbadwolfe
CarrieAnnSimmons
D-Rock
Joey D
JUGGERNAUT
Kathy Fields
NPC Chicka
PJ BRAUN
Rexor91
ryan o'neal
ToddZilla
tommygun
TXPWRLFTR
BigWides
Sorry, I didn't see this earlyI'm so consentrated on my prep. for Atlanta but thanks for naming me a Gladiator. Believe me it's a true honor!!! I hope i won't let you guys down in Atlanta next week. I've been busting my ass off.....
Ashley219
11-20-08, 12:09 am
Nationally Qualified - 2x Figure Champion - undefeated in my class
1 time being from the 2nd biggest show in my region....
7 more relentless months and we'll be lookin' at the Jr. Nationals stage.
Congrats to all the Gladiators who have made the cut already!
Supe527
11-27-08, 11:55 pm
Philip "supe527" Maranto
In my second meet ever, back in 2003, i broke the state record in the DL for WABDL in an old Z Suit. THe record is now 578.8lbs @ 198. I weighed 193 when I set this record.
In 2005 I set the world bench record for AAU in the 220lbs class. I benched 480 (in a single Rage X) for the record and 1st place in the Junior Olympics. I weighed 208 for this meet.
I'm currently training to beat my own PR of 625lbs @ 222lbs (in a single Katana) in the UPA La state meet. I've hit 700 a few times in the gym, but just haven't been able to put it up in a meet yet.
I'm also currently started training heavy in a squat suit again. I'm shooting to squat upper 700's in a meet sometime next year!