John LaFlamme (71 years old) squatted 193.7 kg!

John is a 71-year-old elite powerlifter who has consistently put on impressive performances over the past few years. He looks absolutely timeless as he continues to improve despite his advanced age. LaFlamme has proven many times that age can be overcome

LaFlamme holds the official world record for squat performances at 193 kilograms (425.5 pounds), which he set in 2021 at the IPF World Classic Powerlifting Championships. John made his powerlifting debut in 1978 at the age of 27. Since then, he has competed in 48 sanctioned competitions and recorded 28 wins.

If he keeps this up, Laflamme could become the first powerlifter in the IPF Masters 4 division (age 70+) to squat 200 kilograms (440.9 pounds). He has made steady progress in recent years and currently appears to be in excellent health.

John LaFlamme's personal bests:

• Squat : 210 kilograms (462.9 pounds) - (2018 USAPL Virginia State Championships)
• Bench Press : 112.5 kilograms (248 pounds) - (2018 USAPL Virginia State Championships)
• Deadlift : 245 kilograms (540.1 pounds) - (2016 USAPL American Open & Police-Fire Nationals)
• Total: 557.5 kilograms (1,229 pounds) - (2018 USAPL Virginia State Championships)

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